Our Director of Education, Anthony (Tony) Alicea, is an expert in software development, database design, and user experience.

The Smyth Group’s relationship with Tony Alicea goes as far back as the founding of the company itself. Our CEO Jamie Smyth met Tony during a volunteer project. Their love of software and a shared desire to help people made them fast friends. In addition to their ongoing volunteer work in software development, Tony worked with TSG on its first AI project in 2013, as well as on many other impactful software projects over the years.

Tony has always been a valuable partner to TSG, and he embodies three essential skills that make an ideal Director of Education—he’s a skilled web developer, a knowledgeable designer, and an engaging instructor. His teaching philosophy, "Don't Imitate, Understand," sets him apart. He emphasizes the importance of deep understanding over surface learning—preparing his students to innovate and adapt in the software world. His philosophy is one that The Smyth Group shares, as our team consistently aims to deliver high-quality custom software that reflects not only a deep understanding of the company, but the industry and the users as well.