James
Kruper
Title:
President
What I actually do:
Business Development, Staff Arbitrator, Staff Luddite, Office Trash Cans to the Curb Guy. Generally, my job is to provide direction when necessary, but otherwise stay out of the way of our very talented staff.
When something bad happens to me, I’d much rather find a way to laugh about it, rather than cry about it.
Unfortunately, I also naturally want to do that when something bad happens to others which may not go over well.
Education:
Went to college too long ago to be relevant, but I am more recently a Commercial rated pilot – am I perhaps in the wrong job?
Gina
Kruper
Title:
GM
What I actually do:
Wearer of many hats including Finance, Purchasing, HR, CAD Instructor, Landlord, Event Coordinator.
I volunteer for the YMCA of York and York County (Corporate Board of Directors, Executive Committee Secretary, Chair of Financial Development Committee), volunteer and organizer of Paula G Hamberger Memorial Fund (in honor of my mom to raise money for local non-profits).
I love dogs (Golden retrievers in particular), cats, baking, cycling, dancing with my husband, hanging out with friends and my kids.
Education:
BS in Mechanical Engineering, MS in Manufacturing Management
Andrew
Warnick
Title:
Software Developer
What I actually do:
Software Engineer, Support Technician, Technical Documentation, Fashion Policeman.
I once had a pair of red Crocs, but my wife threw them away.
The entire world wept that day…
Education:
Computer Systems Specialist Degree
Christina
Hamberger Sawmiller
Title:
Director of Sales & Customer Service
What I actually do:
Customer Service Fanatic, Customer and Partner Advocate, Filer of Files, Phone Voice, Hurdler of Objects to get to the Phone, Professional multi-tasker.
In her spare time, Christina – Who are we kidding, Christina doesn’t have any spare time.
She is a taxi driver, sports event attendee, laundry attendant, grocery shopper, and doer of all things needed.
Education:
School of Hard Knocks
Bryan
Bosley
Title:
Director of Technology
What I actually do:
Android and Windows software developer, project manager, product manager, company IT infrastructure manager.
Education:
BS in Electrical Engineering
José
Sánchez
Title:
Front End Developer
What I actually do:
App interfaces that work with a variety of devices.
Some of the things I enjoy in my free time are indie disco music, stand-up comedy, Netflix, and podcasts.
Education:
BS in Graphic Arts, Atlantic College of Puerto Rico
Rathana
Pim
Title:
Software Developer
What I actually do:
Copy and paste codes.
I like to grow plants, make ceramic pottery, and watch anime.
Education:
BS in Computer Science, Minor in Math, York College of Pennsylvania
Quintin
Herb
Title:
Web Developer
What I actually do:
I give boxes and letters on the screen personality.
I play bass and watch a lot of English Premier League soccer. My favorite team is Arsenal (#COYG).
Education:
BS in Computer ScienceYork College of Pennsylvania
Amy
Brancato
Title:
Creative Director
What I actually do:
Develop & maintain all of the components of m.kioware.com. Also, some fun stuff, like designing ads, developing, and tradeshow marketing collateral.
Amy is a NY native/PA transplant. She is obsessed with the color green, and her goal is to visit every U.S. National Park.
In her free time, she can be found snuggling her dog Mischa or getting artsy in her craft room.
Education:
BA in Graphic Design, York College of Pennsylvania
Melanee
Apol
Title:
Accounting Admin
What I actually do:
“An accountant. According to the word, it must be a cross between a counter and a mutant and that may be precisely what we need.”
I love being outside in the sun, whether that be on the lake paddleboarding or exploring a new town in search of a great coffee shop.
I love fitness and working out, particularly weightlifting.
During the winter, I do my best marathon training…on Netflix.
Education:
BBA in Accounting at The University of Georgia
Zachary
Routson
Title:
Sales and Client Services
What I actually do:
Answerer of phones, Facilitator of KioCloud, asker of questions, seeker of answers.
In my free time, I enjoy all things outdoors- particularly hiking and backpacking with my trusty canine sidekick, Bella. My life goals are to visit as many World Heritage sites as possible and put my feet on all 7 continents.
Education:
BS in Biology, Minor in Spanish, York College of Pennsylvania
Shannon
Aldinger
Title:
Systems Analyst
What I actually do:
Nationwide Coordinator of Information Technology Services, Chief Systems Administrator, Global Coordinator of Product Support, & Nationwide Internal Support Technician.
Works on 4x4 SUVs, chainmail, 3D prototyping, and electronics projects in off-hours time.
Education:
2 years of Computer Science at Penn State University, final 2 years of Computer Science at Millersville University
Chris
Fravel
Title:
Marketing Specialist
What I actually do:
I’m the Google Ads stylin', social media profilin', search engine optimizin’, content slingin’, trade show organizin’, wheelin' n' dealin' son of a gun! I’m also a Ric Flair impersonator on the weekends (I kid, I kid). I’m the Marketing Specialist for KioWare, so my job is to make sure everyone knows who we are and why they should do business with us!
When I’m not orchestrating the marketing mix for KioWare, you can find me at the gym pumping iron; playing basketball, tennis, or golf; moshing at a heavy metal concert; and hanging out with my girlfriend, friends, and family.
Education:
Bachelor of Arts, Communication – Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania – Class of 2014
Arnaud
Chekap
Title:
Scrum Master/Software Project Manager
What I actually do:
Advocate projects by Collaborating, facilitating, leading, and coaching Scrum teams responsible for developing software products(Android, Linux, Window). Guide the planning, tracking, and day-to-day activities of Web development teams. Act as a change agent during the transition from Waterfall to Agile methodologies.
I enjoy dancing and listening to music. Spend most of my spare time talking with my Family.
Education:
BS in Mathematics and Computer Science, MS in Applied Statistics
Haley
Garrison
Title:
Product Manager
What I actually do:
Practicer of Android Wizardry, Fixer of Bugs.
In her free time Haley enjoys long walks with her dog, Elmo, creating watercolor/pastel art, working on the occasional software/electronics project, and learning new things.
She also grew up riding horses and may someday return to it.
Education:
B.S. Elect. & Comp. Engineering/A.B. Int’l Studies (Lafayette College), 1.5 years Grad School (Georgia Tech)
Ben
Sentz
Title:
Software Developer
What I actually do:
Debug and develop for KioWare for Windows. Daily tasks involve fixing various bugs in the config tool, copy-pasting, and banging my head on the table when I can’t figure out why my code isn’t working.
I love to play sports and work out. In my free time I enjoy reading, programming, investing in stocks, and spending time with friends/family.
Education:
BS in Computer Science York College of Pennsylvania
Tonia
Grubb
Title:
Technical Writer
What I actually do:
Creator/Editor of Product User Guides, As-needed website/product QA, As-needed QA for marketing/corporate documents.
Singing at veterans/patriotic and community/fundraising events, leisure songwriting, playing a little piano/clarinet, collecting original sheet music, watching classic films.
Education:
BS/minor in writing communications, Juniata College
Chris
Dierdorff
Title:
Software Engineer
What I actually do:
.NET software development and testing.
In my free time I like to read and jog.
Education:
BS in Computer Science, Minor in Math, York College of Pennsylvania
Brady
Baker
Title:
Technical Support Representative
What I actually do:
Customer Support, Quality Assurance, Google Expert.
I have a dog named Mars, and a collection of succulents (mostly cacti). I love baseball (Go Pirates!), skateboarding, music, and videogames.
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and a Minor in CyberSecurity from Saint Francis University
Collin
Rehmeyer
Title:
Software Developer
What I actually do:
Web app development, QA, pet everyone else’s dogs, drink the old coffee
In my spare time I love to cook and bake, as well as play and develop video games with my friends! In the warmer months I like to go camping and backpacking on the weekends. I’ve taken up painting but I’m having trouble locating a single artistic bone in my body.
Education:
BS in Computer Science, Temple University
Christian
Egbe
Title:
QA Engineer
What I actually do:
Collaborating with developers to assure quality in the product development process and beyond. Aim to offer quality products to varied stakeholders, especially end users.
I am passionate about soccer. I love music - R&B and Rumba. Seeing others happy makes me happy too. For the record, I have no direct relationship with snakes.
Education:
MBA in Business Administration, Brussels, Belgium - Certified Scrum Master - QA trainings
