Tony Linevich is August’s employee spotlight! Tony has been with CTN for over 2 years working as a Technical Consultant!

• Before working at CTN, what was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had?

I was an on-site resource for the New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association. I learned a lot of interesting and unusual information about Funeral Directors and Funeral professionals. Fun fact: They had little wooden keychains in the shape of coffins, which I think was awesome.

• What are 3 words to describe CTN?

Dedicated, Responsive, and Guiding for our clients.

• Why did you choose to work in the industry you’re in (marketing, IT, etc)?

My sister Anna and family influenced me and recommended that I attend the Eastern Center for Arts and Technology. My journey began after I completed my certification at EASTERN; I was hired by EASTERN as an Intern, during which time I gained hands-on experience, which eventually progressed into a full-fledged career in IT.

• Who would play you in a movie about your life?

If an actor played me in the movie, I hope it was Chris Pratt. He has the right mix of goofy, considerate, and action-hero.

• What is your favorite pizza topping?

My favorite pizza topping would be buffalo chicken.

• iPhone or Android?

I personally have an iPhone; however, I have been considering switching to Android recently.

• What is your favorite meal: Breakfast, lunch, or dinner? Favorite dish?

My favorite dish is soup Kharcho, a very hearty and sometimes spicy Georgian soup. It was a Soviet kitchen staple growing up, and my grandmother, Valentina, would prepare it for me as a kid. It was and always will be my favorite.

• If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

I had to look this one up, but it would be Temporal Echo. It is the ability to send consciousness into past versions of oneself, allowing for information exchange across time. It would be pretty handy whenever I lost my keys or forgot to do something I should have done.

• Tell two truths and a lie about yourself.

1. 1. I have shot a musket.
   2. I have 3 cats, Lelo, Stitch, and Clarabelle. (I only have 2, Stitch and Clarabelle)
   3. I would like to visit Japan.

• What is your favorite restaurant in Philadelphia?

My favorite restaurant in Philadelphia is Terakawa Ramen, located in Chinatown. I enjoy going there with my friends and family, especially during the colder months.