Protelo Team Member Overview

Ryan joins Protelo as a Technology Consultant after several years of teaching programming and web development through UC Davis. Prior to shifting his career to computer science, Ryan was an executive-level manager with Marriott International in Sacramento. His soft skills in resource management, emotional intelligence, and project planning contribute to his approach to technology and …

Umair comes to Protelo as Business Consultant with double-sided experience in NetSuite, having worked both as an end-user and an administrator. He served multiple hands-on roles as part of the implementation team such as leading the data team and handling all cutover activities, being an SME for manufacturing and inventory, customizations, and end-user training as …

Lynnette brings over 10 years of experience in Talent Acquisition and Recruiting to Protelo working within various industries. She worked at a major tech company early on in her career and also has a background in Workforce Development and Human Resources. Lynnette’s Workforce Development background includes contributing to the development of support services for curriculum-aligned …

Victor joins Protelo with over six years of experience in ERP consulting, working with NetSuite and various other ERP software. Victor’s interest in business led him to obtain a degree in Business Management and a minor in Accounting from Kent State University. As a lifelong learner, he particularly enjoys the flexibility of the NetSuite platform …

CJ joins the Protelo team with 13 years of wholesale distribution experience. Prior to joining Protelo, CJ worked in a variety of roles including data management, A/P, operations, purchasing, marketing, customer service and ERP administration. CJ’s varied background has allowed him to develop a thorough understanding of wholesale distribution and the needs of businesses in …

Graham joins Protelo as a Technology Consultant. His prior experience has been in sales, customer service, and resolutions which then led him into computer science. Graham has compiled all of his knowledge and experience to develop programming skills within NetSuite. With Graham’s technical abilities and business sense, he is able to solve problems using technology …

Jonathan joins Protelo as a Business Development Representative. His experience includes 30 years in the non-profit world working alongside local business and community leaders. After earning his Bachelor’s degree in Communication at California State University in Sacramento, Jonathan began his career working for a local non-profit working with at-risk teenagers. He eventually began his own …

Jessica Bruce has over 20 years of information technology and business process development and has built a reputation as a consummate problem solver. Her technical expertise encompasses hands-on implementation of new systems and integrations, project management, requirements engineering and solution design across many different industries. From startups to decades-old technology companies looking to modernize and …

Taylor joins Protelo as a business development representative. Her experience includes 10+ years in service industry management and customer service. Her breadth of experience includes management strategies, sales management, customer relations and training. Taylor has a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food from the California State University — Sacramento. Her skills with nutrition helped …

Affiliated with Protelo since 2015 and currently serving as a Senior Technology Consultant, Eddie is responsible for the design and implementation of various software strategies and solutions. He possesses an in depth knowledge of software development with previous experience in mobile applications, web design, and information technology. His far reaching skill set includes Netsuite (SuiteScript …

Karah relocated from New York City to join the Protelo team in California and lead marketing efforts, bringing with her more than seven years of experience in the industry. Always on the cusp of new marketing trends, Karah believes in taking a hands-on role in modern marketing to position Protelo as the trusted industry leader …

Having spent his early years in the United States Army and managing a family restaurant, Sean exudes passion and structure in his work ethic. Sean spent the last two decades working in IT, most recently for the State of California. He was responsible for software deployment, asset management and procurement, and providing top quality service. …

Having spent the majority of his career building and managing development and technical support teams for a variety of small and mid-sized businesses in the hospitality and retail/eCommerce space, Tom has accumulated over 20 years of experience in information technology and management. With full participation in three separate company acquisitions, he has acquired a wealth …

Claes comes to Protelo with over 25 years of experience working on software solutions for distribution and manufacturing companies in industries such as Beverage (Wine & Liquor) distribution, Pharmaceutical, Medical supplies, Plastics, Paper, Electronic components and Automotive. Claes began his career with International Business Systems (now known as Iptor) where he worked for nearly 20 …

Brianne comes with 7 + years of manufacturing experience and business system process improvement and development. She has held the titles of operations manager, administrative officer and business systems analyst in her professional years. Prior to joining Protelo, Brianne worked for a manufacturing and distribution company proving NetSuite support, applying and growing in knowledge, skill …

Travis comes with 20 years of experience in implementing enterprise software and integrating business applications. His expertise encompasses extensive technical know-how, leadership ability, business integration design, project and people management. Travis also has significant hands-on experience in leading and participating in enterprise software implementations across multiple industries such as steel, technology infrastructure, electronics manufacturing, software …

Noah joins Protelo with 6+ years of experience as an Operations Manager and NetSuite Administrator for an international dental repair and sales company. His focus was to create and streamline processes, improve efficiencies, and reduce and prevent human error using the integration of software solutions. Noah also has 13+ years of experience in the hospitality/restaurant …

Paulo offers Protelo over 25 years of knowledge and experience in the IT industry. As manager of his team in Portugal, he believes strongly in leading by example. Enthusiastic and dedicated to technology applied to business processes, he aims to pass on his passion by working closely alongside his team. Paulo started his career as …

Pedro has over 12 years of experience as an analyst and developer. His expertise is in distribution having worked with customers in a wide variety of industries. His hands-on working experience in such a broad spectrum of industries (including pharmaceutical, automotive, bookstore, appliance, and food) give him unique insight and understanding into diverse customer needs. …

Filipa has almost 10 years of experience in the distribution software industry. She’s held different roles in both analysis and development, and has also had significant involvement in functional and quality testing of software solutions with a focus on quality assurance and customer satisfaction. Filipa is knowledgeable and experienced when it comes to software development …

From design and development to software implementation, Ana has been well prepared for her position with Protelo through her 15 years of hands-on experience in the IT industry. She started her career in Portugal with International Business Systems (IBS). Working there for several years with ASW and Enterprise, she took part in many projects in …

Jon suits up with over 25 years of distribution management and supply chain technology experience. He began his career working for a wholesale distributor and was part of the team that led the very first implementation of IBS Enterprise (ASW) in the US. He later went on to work for IBS and, as a result, …

Carin offers Protelo and her clients over 25 years of distribution management and supply chain technology experience. Beginning her professional career working for a Fortune 100 food manufacturing and distribution company, she’s carried out important roles from the start including production manager, customer service manager, operations manager, and distribution center manager. For the past 15 …

Richard has over 30 years of experience in accounting and accounting systems. Most recently, Richard has focused on complex ERP software implementations of IBS Enterprise, NetSuite and the development of interfaces into ASW and IBS Enterprise. From financial accounting to designing interfaces, Richard combines technical knowledge with financial acumen to provide complete solutions. Prior to …

Approaching 25 years in the IT industry, Mike has vast experience in the design, development, and implementation of complex ERP software solutions. His experience in distribution, financials, and ecommerce crosses a variety of industries including pharmaceutical, automotive aftermarket, appliance, food, consumer goods, and industrial supply. Tenacious and dedicated, Mike is always willing to take on …

More than 25 years of supply chain management experience in ERP distribution and manufacturing implementations gives Nersi a unique combination of business process and technical expertise. His experience with project management, end-user training, distribution, and best business practices has proven highly valuable for implementations of all sizes. Nersi’s clients benefit greatly from his vast business …

Since starting his career with a large, multinational manufacturing company, Luis has accumulated almost 25 years of experience in the IT industry. He’s worked on numerous projects of high complexity and is very proficient in the design, development, and implementation of ERP solutions for numerous manufacturing and distribution industries including automotive, pharmaceutical, wood transformation, electronics, …

Roger offers a career of more than 25 years in the IT industry. His expertise has been developed through his highly valued experience in project management, software implementations, integrations, customer training, and pilot workshops in both technical and business-application roles. As Project Manager, Roger works faithfully with customers to improve their business processes, increase their …

Whether it be legacy or cutting-edge technology, Ryszard has the rare ability to learn and understand any software. His 30+ years of hands-on experience in the IT industry designing, developing, and implementing software give him a unique perspective on programming. To Ryszard, programming is nothing but a combination of zeros and ones, so there’s no …

With 15 years of design experience, Rachel provides Protelo her skill and natural talent for all visual communication. She is a marketer with professional expertise in strategy, branding, advertisements, social media management, website development, and the creative process. Rachel is extremely organized and detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage time and resources for …

Over the past 25 years, Aimee has acquired a wide array of financial and management experience that she brings to Protelo. She spent most of her career in the software industry and has worked for companies ranging from startups to global corporations in the private, non-profit, and government sectors. Aimee is responsible for all financial …

As the Chief Operating Officer, Tom oversees all customers and projects, simultaneously managing Protelo’s team of consultants. He offers valuable expertise that includes more than 25 years of supply chain management experience in senior-level consulting and management roles in software implementations and project management. Tom has led many successful large and complex projects while performing …

Christer Johansson founded Protelo in 2008 after nearly 20 years of experience in the software industry. He started his career as a hands-on technical consultant. Over time, his technical skills, business acumen, and leadership ability elevated him to an executive position of a leading global enterprise-class software company. Under Christer’s leadership, Protelo has been successful …