Leadership. The engine behind innovation.

DataSync is a leading web software developer and integrator because of people. We have built a leadership team who will power our technology solutions into the future.

 

Our management team is among the most dedicated in our industry. The people who drive DataSync on a day-to-day basis are passionate about creating the best technology for our clients. Our leaders understand not only the technology, but also the business aspects to the tools we develop.

 

Mike Vetter - Founder & CEO

Mike Vetter, Founder & CEO of DataSync, is a open software enthusiast who is passionate about building software tools that build productivity. Since its inception in 2004, Mike has been involved in shaping the vision and direction behind DataSync, and is focused on integrating open source solutions that allow any business to take advantage of the best tools available. With an emphasis on technology consulting, Mike brings 10 years of experience in sales, marketing, and business development to our team.

Prior to founding DataSync, Mike has worked in a consulting role in a variety of industries including technology companies, media, financial services, insurance, and medical services. DataSync is Mike's outlet for using his talents to build great open source software.

Mike writes on business, technology, and open source on SiliconGrassland.com.

 

Dustin Schnabel - VP of Operations

Dustin Schnabel, VP of Operations, is the driving force behind our hosted environment and professional services teams. With his Masters degree in Information Assurance and experience in consulting, service work, networking, and administration, Dustin brings over ten years of Information Technology experience to our team. In his position, Dustin, along with the NOC team, coordinates network and system support, monitoring, maintenance, growth of all our hosted solutions. Dustin also coordinates large scale professional services projects.

Dustin writes on security and software hosting on whatan00b.com.

 

Michael Moser - VP of Engineering

Michael is responsible for the management and technical leadership of the Engineering team, which has delivered much of DataSync's innovate software solutions. In his role as the Vice President of Engineering Michael oversees the development and integration of DataSync's hosted solutions as well as the research and development of new technologies enabling small business to come more efficient and secure. With more then 20 years experience with technology and software systems Michael has a wealth of expertise in systems architecture planning and software integration.

As the Vice President of Engineering Michael has managed several initiatives to enhance businesses efficiency, profitability, and security with technology. He has lead the development of DataSync's automated backup system, a multi-store e-commerce system, a website management solution. Michael coordinated the engineering of an automated quoting system, a vendor and order management system and various integration projeects. He lead the engineering of internet based software distribution systems and was personally involved in the development of an automated form processing and reporting system.

Before joining DataSync, Michael worked as a consultant providing expertise in web based software systems. He also volunteered his expertise for a non-profit organization where he worked on the development a data records management and distribution system.

Our board holds regular meetings to discuss the most effective path forward for DataSync. This group is dynamic, knowledgeable, and gives us the oversight and accountability to ensure continuing success.

Dr. Aelred J. Kurtenbach

Chairman of the Board - Daktronics, Inc.
http://investor.daktronics.com/management.cfm

John Hemmingstad

State Director - Small Business Development Center
http://www.usd.edu/sbdc

Mari Beth Baumberger

Assistant Director - Alternative Finance, SD Enterprise Institute
http://www.sdei.org

Rich Naser

Executive Director - South Dakota Technology Business Center
http://www.sdtbc.com