ARIN PRESTON
President
Arin has been a FileMaker developer since 1995. She has a B.S. in Information Technology with concentrations in web development and project management and an MBA in data analytics.
She’s a U.S. Navy veteran, having served one tour during the Desert Storm Era as a Weapons Tech in Guam, M.I., San Diego CA, and Virginia Beach VA. After leaving the military at 22, she attended travel school and spent 3 years as a travel specialist for several agencies and scuba diving resorts in the Caymans and Honduras before going back to college to pursue a career in Information Technology.
Outside of work, Arin enjoys playing guitar and singing, riding motorcycles, playing Scrabble, and spending time with her dogs Molly, Oliver, and Echo.
E.J. Sexton
VP of Development / Senior FileMake & Web Developer
E.J. has over 15 years of experience working as a professional Certified FileMaker and PHP web applications developer. He has a B.S. in Computer Information Science and an M.S. in Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum with a focus in Secondary Mathematics.
E.J. specializes in designing and developing e-commerce solutions customized to meet clients’ business needs. He is an expert in the development and integration of third-party microservices and APIs, including PCI-compliant payment gateway integrations with Stripe, PayPal, Authorize.NET, and more.
E.J. enjoys teaching, electronics, computers, music, and traveling. He currently lives in Naples, Italy, and teaches computer science classes at the local high school.
Lynne Stolk
Product/Training Specialist
Lynne serves as lead trainer for TourTools®. With more than 30 years in the group travel industry, Lynne served as Vice President of Operations for a large Grand Rapids, Michigan based European tour operator, and became an end-user of TourTools® while working in offices in Houston, Texas; and Columbus, Ohio. During that time, Lynne was involved in the selection, installation and implementation of several reservation and network systems; and spent a great deal of time on staff training, troubleshooting and problem solving.
For 10 years, Lynne worked in technical support and training for TourTech Systems, Inc. This combination of travel industry experience and technical knowledge brings a unique perspective to her work with TourTools® clients.
Not surprisingly, Lynne has traveled extensively in the US and abroad. Her favorite destinations are those with historical significance, and – being a huge fan of Frank Lloyd Wright – she loves to visit sites designed by the famed architect.
Lara Saber
Digital Marketing Coordinator
Lara is an accomplished digital marketing coordinator with over three years of experience in the field. With a strong background in digital marketing and social media management, she plays a pivotal role in maintaining the online presence of TourTools, and use innovative digital strategies that drive digital awareness and elevate the company’s online presence.
Nathan Curd
Network/Data Security Analyst
Nathan is a CISSP Certified Systems Administrator with expertise in Vulnerability Assessment and Compliance. He holds a B.S. in Computer Networks and Cybersecurity and a M.S. in Information Technology. Nathan provides analysis and guidance to the DVT Management and IT teams in regard to safeguarding servers and data for the company and all of our clients.
William Edmunds
Senior Web Developer
Born in London, England – William has been involved in software development for over a decade and is a graduate of the University of Chester. He runs a local football team and is interested in traveling Europe and learning languages.
William’s in-depth knowledge of secure & high-performance software development brings many ideas to clients of DataVast Technologies. His keen interest in the latest technologies helps to drive the TourTools product forward with state-of-the-art solutions.
Glen Roesch
Senior FileMaker Developer
Glen is an experienced FileMaker developer specializing in WebDirect solutions, API integrations, and FileMaker Server administration/optimization. He’s also a U.S. Navy veteran and served as an Information Systems Technician and has numerous server-side technical certifications as well as experience in disaster recovery, computer/network security, and server management.
Mike Spegel
Senior FileMaker Developer
Mike has over 20 years of experience in FileMaker and IT and prides himself on being detail oriented and a creative problem solver. With his skills, he is always ready and willing to help our clients. He also has a background in PHP, JavaScript, and database management.
Cody Becker
Senior FileMaker Developer
Cody brings a wealth of experience to the team, having delved into FileMaker development 14 years ago. Certified as a FileMaker Developer, he has spent the past 10 years crafting innovative solutions to many clients. His skillset extends beyond FileMaker, with proficiency in Python and SQL, making him a well-rounded developer. Outside of work, Cody enjoys exploring the world with his wife and children, having traveled to Colombia, Italy, and across North America.
Jason Perry
Senior FileMaker Developer / Quality Assurance
Jason holds a Bachelor of Computer Science and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of New Brunswick and a PhD from Western University. Jason has many years experience as an advanced FileMaker developer and is primarily involved with QA and product development for the TourTools team. In his spare time you can always find him at the local JavaMoose coffee shop reading and enjoying life back in the Maritimes.
Phil Bowman
Senior FileMaker Developer
Phil brings 15 years of FileMaker expertise to the team, excelling in crafting Pro, Go, and Web Direct applications. His diverse experience spans across application development and customer support, ensuring he understands both the technical and user-centric aspects of creating effective solutions. Phil’s knowledge extends beyond FileMaker, with a focus on database optimization, user interface design, and user experience, making him a valuable asset for any project.
Michael van Kranenburg
FileMaker Developer
Michael brings a blend of real-world experience and technical expertise to the team. He began using FileMaker in 2016 to develop a tour management solution for a rock band, sparking his passion for the platform. Now a certified FileMaker 19 pro since 2020, he leverages his understanding of business needs to help clients automate workflows and streamline operations. Outside of work, Michael finds joy in drumming, and gardening
Sheng Zheng
FileMaker Developer
Sheng holds a Bachelors in Engineering from Penn State University and is a detail-oriented Application Developer with a strong foundation in FileMaker. His technical expertise and experience building efficient and user-friendly database solutions makes him a great fit for the TourTools support team.
Nyasha Makwavarara
Web Developer
Nyasha is a skilled software developer with over 10 years of experience working on both front-end and back-end development projects. He has a strong background in web development, with proficiency in various programming languages and frameworks including PHP, Laravel, Code Igniter, Javascript, and Vue JS. He is also experienced in database optimization and user interface design.
