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Maurice B. Tosé founded TeleCommunication Systems (TCS) in 1987, initially as a military contractor for software development and network projects. Since then, TCS has evolved into a leader in wireless messaging and location technology. Today, TCS is delivering the essential software, services, and solutions to wireless telecommunication carriers that enable people to better manage their mobile lifestyle.
Since its inception, the company has experienced significant growth, from generating $28 million in revenues during its first 10 years to $58.1 million in revenues in 2000. The company has grown to more than 500 employees based principally in Annapolis, Seattle and Tampa. In August of 2000, TCS launched itself as a public company with a highly successful Initial Public Offering (IPO) raising $92 million.
Born in 1957 in Fort Bragg, N.C., Mr. Tosé grew up in Williamsburg, VA., and attended public schools. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1978 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Operations Analysis. Following his graduation, he served on active duty in the United States Navy for eight years in posts throughout the United States, rising to the rank of Lieutenant. Tours of duty at sea included USS Bagley as Damage Control Assistant and as the Operations Officer on USS Mauna Kea, where he was responsible for the operations and maintenance of all voice and data communications. After his service at sea, Mr. Tosé returned immediately to the Naval Academy as an instructor. For more than 10 years, Mr. Tosé has been an active member of the Naval Reserves, attaining the rank of Commander, including an extensive assignment to the staff of the United States Secretary of Defense.
Prior to founding TCS, Mr. Tosé was the Director of Department of Defense Programs for Techmatics, Inc., headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland. At Techmatics, Mr. Tosé was responsible for the marketing and management of systems integration contracts for the DoD. These contracts involved the installation, maintenance, personnel training and integrated logistics support for turnkey communications systems.
With over 21 years of experience providing technical solutions through operations research techniques in engineering, telecommunications, complex automated data processing and wireless systems, Mr. Tosé and his company have been recognized through the receipt of numerous awards including 2000 and 1997 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year finalist, The Lamond Godwin Bridge Builders Award for Excellence in Minority Business Relations, The National Association of Black Telecommunication Professional's Granville T. Woods Award for Outstanding Achievement, The AT&T Spectrum Award for Innovators, three-time winner of the Greater Washington Techology Fast 50 Award, two-time winner of the Maryland Fast 50 Award, the National Technology Fast 500 Award, five times included in the Black Enterprise Top 100, and the Government Computer News Industry Information Technology Award.
Additionally, Mr. Tosé is a member of numerous professional organizations including the Wireless Data Forum, AT&T's Diversity Roundtable, the International Engineering Consortium and the Intelligent Network Forum.
Despite the hectic schedule of a CEO, Mr. Tosé has made community service a priority. Current and past affiliations include: treasurer and vice president, U.S. Naval Academy Class of 1978; member, Annapolis Jaycees and Annapolis Kiwanis; treasurer, vice president, director, Arundel on the Bay Homeowners Association; member, Budget & Finance Council, Antioch Apostolic Church; co-founder, chairman of the board, United Stated Naval Academy Samuel P. Massie Education Endowment (through which TCS has provided over $75,000 in scholarships to at-risk youth in Anne Arundel County, MD); member, Annapolis Neck Small Area Planning Commission; member, board of directors, First Night Annapolis; member, board of directors, Ginger Cove Retirement Community.
Mr. Tosé is married and has 7 children. |
