The Ignus Team

Management

Wes Henry President/CEO

As President and CEO of Ignus Technologies, Wes brings over 25 years of experience in computer programming, web design, and computer related areas to Ignus. Wes holds numerous certifications and qualifications where he scored in the top 5% in the country. Wes has also been an adjunct college instructor for over 5 years, teaching college courses for NDSCS, Aakers College, and the Skills and Technology Training Center.

Ole Gjerde COO/CIO

Ole is one of the founders of Ignus Technologies, and is the backbone of the company. Ole brings knowledge of all of the areas of work that Ignus provides including, website design, web programming, system administration, computer support, phone systems, and surveillance systems. Ole has a Bachelors of Arts in Computer Science degree from NDSU and has over 10 years of experience in the industry.

eBusiness

Kent Grueneich Web Developer

As a Web Developer at Ignus Technologies, Kent works with the presentation aspect of websites. Kent's interest in computers is the driving force behind the work he does. His in-depth knowledge of xHTML, CSS, Flash and Javascript allow him to give websites a great feel while keeping with current web standards. Kent is currently attending ITT Technical Institute where he is working on a degree in Network Administration.

Programming

Alexis Larson Programmer

As a programmer for Ignus Technologies, Alexis works in all phases of our project development. She has worked in a variety of different industries that included both mainframe and server platforms. Alexis graduated in 2004 from UND with a Bachelors of Science degree in Computer Science and a Mathematical minor. Alexis continues to grow at Ignus, with her main interest and development in .Net applications.

Ignus IT

Gary Armstrong Lead Networking/Technical Support

As the Lead Networker for Ignus Technologies, Gary does the kind of work that helps make our clients work. Computer technician/installer, phone system installation, and on site customer support are just a few of the types of work that Gary does. Gary has an Associate of Arts degree in Microcomputers and Network Technology.

Jon Erdmann Technician

With his focus on network monitoring, Jon is the technician who keeps you systems running before you even know there is a problem. Jon graduated from NDSU with a BS in Management Information Systems this past summer (2008.) He hopes to continue learning at Ignus Technologies, and is in training for his A+ and Network + certification.

Sales

Zac Paulson Sales Consultant

As a Sales Consultant for Ignus Technologies, Zac is able to help companies study, deploy, and implement strategic technology solutions to help run the IT, web, and surveillance portions of their company as a business. Zac helps maximize ROI through technology solutions creating results that lessen employee downtime, create efficient, effective means of communication, keep things secure, and maximize company productivity for companies every day.

He serves as a strategic consultant to make sure the company’s technology operates at its optimal potential. Serving as the client’s liaison, he aids in IT budget planning, hardware connectivity engineering, and general management of Ignus’ technology clientele.

Zac has worked in a variety of various consulting positions in the past, including insurance, technology, and mobile electronics fields, all while maintaining the simple philosophy of thinking of things through the customers point of view and helping them achieve the goals and objectives they need to reach through the use of technology.

Admin

Katie Peterick Admin Assistant

Katie is your first contact at Ignus Technologies. She is responsible for reception, scheduling, accounting, billing and is happy to help with any of your questions.