Our Instructors

Toronto Computer Trainers

Barry Rosenthal
Barry has been a facilitator and trainer for over 22 years, with over 12 years teaching computer software and related skills. He has taught people from all walks of life, from children to adults; and from part-time staff to CEO’s of major corporations. Barry combines a strong knowledge of his subject matter with a clear understanding of how people learn. His patience and laid-back teaching style, combined with a strong background in soft skills training, make him ideal for a wide range of training situations. Barry runs train-the-trainer seminars and presentation workshops, making him a trainers’ trainer.
Holly Dean
Holly Dean has been teaching at Computer Help since 1991 with occasional breaks to do church restoration in Mexico and learn oil painting in Paris. Prior to Computer Help, she taught at Humber College and was Manager of Computer Services for Hyde Houghton, Princess House, and Grafton Fraser Inc. She has been working with micro-computer software since 1982, during which she has done a combination of training, computer software development, and small business computer consulting. This range of experience, along with her relaxed style, makes her a superb Instructor.
Jenny Kitson
Jenny has been teaching a wide variety of computer applications for more than 20 years. A programmer by background, she loves to demystify computer systems and pass on her enthusiasm to her students. Jenny has a special interest in database, spreadsheet and reporting applications. She also writes courseware and has conducted train-the-trainer courses in Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Rob MacNeill
Rob MacNeill was born in Toronto and was raised in both Toronto and London, England. After graduating from Trent University in 1980, Rob worked as an actor, studying with "The Second City" for 6 years. Rob joined a computer firm in 1985, where he was promoted to Customer Support Representative, and then to Instructor in 1986. He joined Computer Help as a Senior Instructor in 1991. Rob has an advanced level knowledge of various word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, web page design and database programs. His great sense of humour, along with 20 years of PC Training experience, make learning in his courses easy and fun.
Cynthia Whalen
Cynthia has had a career in information technology for over 15 years and has been delivering software application courses for more than ten of those years. Cynthia has experience in all the Microsoft business application with a particular focus on MS Project and MS Access. Cynthia also develops Access databases and teaches both the Access and Excel VBA courses. She has a business degree with a major in Information Technology and is currently working on her final courses towards her masters in Education.
Katie Geoghegan
Katie has been involved in education for the past 15 years. She is a certified Special Education teacher specializing in teaching children with physical disabilities and communication disorders. She taught English as a Foreign Language (EFL) overseas in Japan for a year and discovered how much she enjoyed teaching adults. After returning from Japan, Katie decided to bring her love of teaching and enthusiasm for computer software technology together. Katie taught for Computer Help for two years before moving to Boston. She has recently returned to Canada to work in our new Burlington location. Katie’s passion is Microsoft Access but she teaches enthusiastically within the entire Microsoft Office suite. Katie is a very patient instructor who strives for a comfortable and relaxed learning environment for her students.
Paul Drye
Paul spent several years as an instructor for Computer Help in the mid-1990s before starting a career as an author, writer of computer manuals, and night school instructor for the North York Board of Education. He has recently returned to Computer Help, specializing in Microsoft Office products -- particularly Excel. He runs a relaxed classroom where solid learning is mixed with good humour for a great learning experience.
Susan Surtel
Susan has over 12 years experience in the training field providing instruction on databases, contact management, communication and project management software. She has been a driving force behind many large scale roll-out projects for clients making the transition to corporate wide systems. She takes pride in her depth of knowledge in a variety of software packages and in creating a positive environment for learning.
Kristen Geminiuc
Kristen has been an educator for over 12 years. She has taught both adults and children in various capabilities throughout her career. She is a member of the Ontario College of Teachers and is a certified Special Education teacher. Kristen has developed, implemented and advised on curriculums, training programs and reference material in an interesting array of subject matter. Some include train-the-trainer workshops, employment-training programs for adults with cognitive learning disabilities, individual education plans for children, computer software training courses, as well as bookkeeping processes for a small computer consulting firm. Kristen combines her patient and congenial manner with a productive hands on approach to create a very comfortable and successful learning environment.
Janet Lowe Beauchamp
Janet's specialty is in graphic design. Her educational background is in Fine Arts and she has worked as a graphic designer for over 15 years. Some of Janet's design clients include Revlon, Elizabeth Arden, American Express, and Shoppers Drug Mart. Janet teaches all QuarkXPress, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop courses.
Donna Mills
Drawing on more than 14 years of experience in training users how to master their computer software, Donna's delivery style is professional, dynamic and engaging. She balances an information-packed class with good humour and fun. She takes special pleasure in making learning enjoyable and exciting.
Jaspreet Lamba
Jaspreet has over 8 years of experience in the IT industry, serving several major corporations, businesses and individuals in that time span. From networks to multimedia, office applications to internet and e-commerce, Jaspreet uses his highly-regarded interpersonal skills and knowledge to relate concepts and material to his students. His students find his enthusiastic style of teaching both informative and highly entertaining.
Marie Meditskos
Marie Meditskos has been a trainer and project manager for 7 years. She has taught all levels of adult learners in such industries as Automotive, Insurance, Government Agencies and Educational Institutions. She specializes in Microsoft Office products and believes that learning should always be enjoyed.