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Justin Wells

CEO

Justin is passionate about helping small businesses thrive, finding innovative solutions to old problems, mentoring military veterans in entrepreneurship, and teaching his children to be decent human beings.

Jeff Gaines

COO

With an eye on operational excellence, Jeff is always searching for creative and innovative ways to help Interlaced’s partners achieve their business goals. He brings years of IT Solutions experience to Team Interlaced and loves stepping up to new challenges, learning about the latest trends in technology and working with a world-class services team. Jeff also enjoys tacos.

Thiago Batista

Thiago Batista

Director of Technical Operations

"I'm so happy to have Thiago assigned to our business. His actions and excellent customer service saved our company several hundred dollars today. Great job, Thiago!"

Anna Yakavenka

Finance & Accounting Lead

It's accrual world, but Anna comes to the rescue! Devoted to running the accounting department. Loves family & travel. Interested in psychology and photography. Passionate about automations and home renovations.

Mallory Siler

Mallory Randall

Digital Marketing Manager

Mallory is passionate about helping brands grow and becoming the best versions of themselves by helping to tell their stories. Mallory is also an avid US women’s soccer fan, most recently having traveled to the 2019 Women’s World Cup to cheer on her favorite team.

Zach Sherf

Zach Sherf

Customer Success Manager

Zach is a data privacy evangelist and Apple fanatic. As Customer Success Manager he works with both internal and external teams to drive the dialog around the ever-evolving relationship between people, privacy and technology.

Jack Segar

Customer Success Manager

Jack is hyper-focused on fostering a successful long term partnerships by removing the friction associated to IT management through strategic planning and pain-point remediation. Traveler and fitness fanatic.

Mustafa Fermawi

Customer Success Manager

"Mustafa was very helpful and responded quickly to both of my requests."

"...very helpful, patient, and willing to work on the issue until it was fixed!"

Janae Hebets

Janae Hebets

Project Manager

Janae is a passionate Project Manager, managing client initiatives including leading client onboards, MDM deployments, OneLogin deployments, Network and Device Upgrades. She's a NorCal native who loves wine, baking sourdough bread and making cardboard costumes for Halloween.

Terrance Avery

Project Manager

Terrance is an Army veteran with a passion for innovation and solving problems. He enjoys working with people from various backgrounds and experiences to get a full picture of the best way to tackle a situation. In his spare time he chases around his dogs and tries to make sure all his kids eat their vegetables and go to bed on time.

Hector Duque

Lead Systems Engineer

Hector brings ross-platform experience in systems administration, including analyzing, designing, installing, and maintaining hardware, peripherals, and networks with superior troubleshooting, technical support and customer care abilities to Interlaced. He's also a passionate human being who love to explore new places by riding a motorcycle (that’s my world).

Nicholas Reyes

Lead Systems Engineer

Nicholas has 15 years of experience in the IT field helping clients achieve new levels of success in their business through personable and professional solutions. He is obsessed with making his clients' lives as easy possible so the last thing they need to worry about is something that hums, beeps, or clicks. In his free time, he is an avid reader and likes to stay very active.

Brandon Kimbler

Lead Systems Engineer

Brandon has over 10 years of professional experience in IT and he loves working with people as much as he does technology. When he's not researching Mobile Technologies, listening to longwinded podcasts or furthering his skillset with certifications, you will find him learning Portuguese and enjoying Brazilian cuisine! You can't beat Brigadeiro!

Zac Bolick

Systems Engineer II

"Zac took time to help me troubleshoot an issue that is relatively minor during what I know must be a hectic time for Interlaced. Very courteous and helpful throughout and only took a few minutes."

Arthur Marquis

Systems Engineer II

Arthur has over 20 years of experience in the IT field. He is a geek at heart and loves anime, computers, and video games. He's worked for multiple MSP’s and puts his client needs above all other objectives. A veteran of the US Navy, Arthur is currently attending Full Sail University to obtain his degree in Game Design. He is married and has two children. In his spare time, he enjoys making video games, traveling, playing golf and chess.

Sam Alsalous

Systems Engineer II

Sam is a knowledgeable IT professional with a passion for providing world-class IT support. He uses technology and superb customer service to assist clients and solve technical issues. He is an avid enthusiast of road bikes, Gaming and running. In his spare time, he enjoys cooking and spending time with his kids.

PJ Yong

Systems Engineer II

PJ is a recent college graduate who loves working with different technologies. PJ has an extensive background working with Apple hardware and software. He joins Interlaced as an IT Systems Engineer and is eager to grow his IT knowledge and provide top quality service to all Interlaced clients.

Pedram Banishahabadi

Systems Engineer II

First and foremost, Pedram loves technology. He's worked within the industry for a long time and found that nothing gives him more satisfaction than learning more and developing new technologies. He believes in the power of IT to transform and improve the lives of people around the world. He also has an MBA degree from National University. Outside of tech, Pedram loves to travel, partake in outdoor activities, and find new adventures along the way.

Jim Wyant

System Engineer-Integration Specialist

Jim has twenty plus years working for numerous MSPs. He has provided client-focused support while fulfilling various roles. He has been a Network Engineer, Systems Engineer and a Sales Engineer and assisted his clients with maintaining and growing their IT infrastructures. Jim likes to spend his free time surfing, snowboarding and taking his dog hiking.

James Wright

Systems Engineer II

James has been working in IT for 5 years, starting with restaurant POS systems and most recently with a small local MSP. In his free time, James, an avid musician and artist, plays multiple instruments as well as produces, mixes and masters electronic music.

Cody Saunders

Systems Engineer I

Cody is a knowledgeable IT professional with a passion for technology and customer service. He is a problem solver at heart and is excited at the opportunity to solve technical issues and create relationships. Cody is new to San Diego and is excited to get to know and explore the area.

Ty Smith

Tyron Smith

Systems Engineer I

Tyron is passionate and very mission-focused on achieving a successful outcome to anything thrown at him. His experience in the Air Force has also allowed him to hone this natural ability. Tyron's main driver in life is variety. His desire to learn something new in IT, and in life, keeps him going day in and day out. Most notably, Tyron has an unquenchable craving for fish tacos.

Steven Mota

Systems Engineer I

Steven joins the Interlaced Team with years of IT experience. He has a background in system administration and customer service. His eagerness to help clients and peers achieve success is what motivates him each day. When he's not on his work computer, he is on his gaming computer. And when he decides to step away from the screens, he enjoys biking/outdoor excursions with his wife and all things fitness. Also, he loves chocolate milk.

Arta Dorafsha

Systems Engineer I

Arta is a passionate IT professional with a deep love for technology since childhood. He is a personable team player who has always strived in environments where he is working with people and works to further his knowledge every day. He is a recent graduate from San Diego State University with a degree in Information Systems. In his spare time he enjoys traveling, going to the gym, and spending time with friends.

Austin Davidson

Systems Engineer I

Austin has been in IT for a little over 6 years. He started his career path at Geek Squad and moved over to corporate client-based with Executech, where he was able to work with Podium and learn more about System Management, HelpDesk environment, SSO provisioning and MDM System setups. In addition to his IT career, Austin has learned and developed skills in Photography, Videography, Video Editing and Animation as a hobby. He enjoys every outdoor activity while enjoying the Utah landscapes and out of state cultures.

Pouyan Banishahabadi

Systems Engineer I

Pouyan is passionate about Information Technology, Networking, and Cloud Computing. Not one to rest on his laurels, he's always trying to immerse himself in new technology and prides himself on his agility to learn new systems quickly. Outside of IT, Pouyan enjoys playing soccer and traveling.

Sherwin Dolor

Systems Engineer I

Sherwin was a former Subject Matter Expert from Apple and and has 3 years of experience supporting iOS devices and Mac products. He loves his home, which is set in the mountains. In his spare time, Sherwin enjoys going to the gym and trail biking. He's also learning the joys of parenting and is enjoying his role as dad to a new baby girl.

Ryan Pattugalan

Ryan Pattugalan

Systems Engineer I

Ryan is an IT Specialist that loves assisting clients and colleagues. Don't worry - he's not all work and no play! Outside of IT, Ryan plays badminton three times a week and enjoys spending time with his kids.

Ryan Carlisle Stewart

Ryan Carlisle Stewart

Logistics Manager

Ryan comes to Interlaced after spending the last several years in Customer-facing IT roles for San Francisco-based companies such as Apple, Twitter and BMW. He has a passion for leveraging technology to better the daily lives of those around him. In his downtime, Ryan can be found at the beach with his wife and dog.

Myles Johnson

Associate Systems Engineer

Myles is passionate about technology, cars and food. He is a student studying computer science and a self-taught web developer in his spare time. He has worked with ReactJS, Express and nodeJS. He is also interested in Blockchain and looking into getting his CompTIA A+ certification. Myles was also a chef for 5 years mostly specializing in Japanese cuisine. Myles is people oriented and enjoys golfing, playing video games and cooking for friends and family.

Bradley Hughes

Associate Systems Engineer

Bradley is hyper-focused on improving client experience with technology while working towards solving their problems in an efficient and user-friendly manner. Brad enjoys tackling new challenges and is always up for hands-on learning. He is an active hockey player and fan, and an avid traveler.

Sebastian Gonzales

Accounting Associate

Sebastian is a detailed orientated Accounting Associate who loves to solve problems especially when things seem impossible. He loves to hang out with friends, travel and experience life without fear. His experiences in life & accounting have shaped him and his drive to accomplish anything that is placed before him.

Hylla Arante

Accounts Receivable Associate

Hylla is hyer-focused on performance and is also results-driven. She is also extremely compassionate and a true definition of a servant leader. When she's not solving complex accounting issues, she enjoys spending time at home with her family. Some may call it boring but for her peace can be found at home with family.

John Sabio

John Sabio

IT Logistics Coordinator

John is a student at San Diego State University, currently majoring in Computer Science. He joins Interlaced's IT Projects and Progessional Services Team and is helping to coordinate our Device Inventory Management Program. Outside of his love of all things tech, John also has a strong affinity for music, campaign and - bad jokes! His current favorite: "Who is a computer's favorite singer? A dell!"

We pay special attention to our Company Values

Interlaced is dedicated to the success of our customers by providing people-focused IT solutions, empathetic support and innovative services.

CUSTOMER OBSESSED

Insanely curious about customers’ businesses, empathetic towards their goals, and endeavor to turn our clients’ employees into superheroes.

CANDID

We believe that having honest conversations, early and often, will prevent trending problems and uncover solutions that will ensure productivity and success.

SELF STARTER

Our proactive approach to everything we do to minimize the level of reactivity across the board. We endeavor to stay ahead of the curve.

BOUNDARYLESS OWNERSHIP

We are ultra-transparent and own learning opportunities. We make sure needs are fully met and initiatives are taken over the finish line.

Fast/Trusted Response

If we can't solve an issue on the spot, we will get back to you with the quickest, most complete answer possible.

EMPATHETIC SERVICE

We will always be personable, professional, and will strive to lower the impact of technical frustrations encountered.

INNOVATIVE DELIVERY

We constantly look for cutting edge technologies that either automate or vastly improve efficiency for ourselves and our clients.

DATA-DRIVEN STRATEGY

We are our clients trusted technical advisor. We only recommend, sell, and deploy what is right for our clients’ businesses, and will help prepare for the future.