Hussain Ali

About Hussain Ali

I am a seasoned professional in digital signage and communication technology, with over a decade of experience helping businesses transform customer engagement and operational efficiency through innovative digital solutions. As Principal at Houston Dynamic Displays, I lead the charge in creating tailored digital signage, menu boards, and drive-thru solutions for a diverse range of industries, including retail, healthcare, education, and hospitality.With a strong technical foundation and certifications like Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified Professional, and Digital Signage Certified Expert, I excel at bridging the gap between technology and tangible business impact. My hands-on approach ensures every project meets clients\' unique goals, guiding them from concept and design to seamless implementation and long-term support.Key Achievements:Successfully executed digital signage solutions for over clients, improving customer engagement and operational efficiency by up to 30% or more in some instances.Honored with the 2017 American Marketing Association Crystal Award for innovative digital signage contributions.Co-founded HD2Menus.com, a leading platform for digital menu boards, transforming restaurant customer experiences with real-time updates, visually engaging displays, and brand-customized content.At HD2Menus.com, we empower restaurant managers with solutions that simplify operations and maximize customer engagement, setting a new industry standard. My work underscores the power of visual communication to create lasting, impactful interactions with customers.Beyond my core business, I’m passionate about sustainability and aligning our strategies with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the Houston Climate Action Plan. I believe in the power of responsible, innovative digital transformation to drive growth and make a positive impact on the community.Let’s connect if you’re ready to elevate your business’s digital presence through cutting-edge technology and tailored solutions.

Experience

1. Principal, Digital Signage and Communications Consultant

   Houston Dynamic Displays

   Apr 2013 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   We focus on your communication goals by effectively using technology to improve customer experience:Digital SignageMobile/SMS MarketingWeb & Mobile Landing pagesOn Demand Email Marketing Rapid Mobile Business Applications We currently service a steadily growing clientele consisting of businesses in the Retail, Healthcare, Corporate, K-12/ Higher Education, and Quick-Serve Restaurant & Manufacturing Industries, among others by providing turnkey consultative design, engineering, project management, and system integration services for the development of Digital Signage, Kiosk & Digital Out-of-Home network solutions. Our turnkey approach has proven to eliminate mistakes often associated with large integration projects and maximizes the efficiency by which various partners complete their work. This allows for perfect System to be delivered on schedule, on budget and in perfect alignment with owners\' expectations.

Education

• St.Patricks High School

  HSC, Computer Science

  1994 — 1997

• DHA Degree Collage

  FSC, Computer Science

  1997 — 1999

• Harvard Business School

  Sustainable Business Strategy (Prof. Rebecca Henderson)

  2021 — 2021

• University of Houston

  Bachelors of Science, Information Systems

  2001 — 2005

Skills

• Business Development
• Digital Marketing
• Mobile Marketing
• System Administration
• Management
• Help Desk Support
• Microsoft Exchange
• Disaster Recovery
• Firewalls
• Cloud Computing
• IT Strategy
• IT Management
• Consulting
• Outdoor Advertising
• Executive Management
• Information Security
• Hardware
• Information Technology
• Mobile Devices
• Analysis
• Strategic Partnerships
• Switches
• Data Center
• Security
• Product Management
• Saas
• Windows
• Digital Signage
• Integration
• Erp
• Project Management
• Troubleshooting
• Infrastructure
• Databases
• Technology Planning
• Networking
• Architectural Lighting
• Visio
• Linux
• IT Operations