Meet the Expetec Team
Vicki Shepard
Co-Founder
Vicki believes small businesses need the same expertise and IT skills available to them as enterprise level organizations have with their internal technology departments. She created the company based on the philosophy of a team approach to serve that need. She founded Beacon Group in 1995 and Expetec as part of Beacon Group in 2005. Working for a Michigan regional bank and one of the largest automotive companies gave her valuable experience in project management, which she uses every day. Vicki received her B.S. in Education from Bowling Green State University. Her community involvement includes being a member of a non-profit IT committee for 8 years and serving on the Board of Directors for a nonprofit nature center for 21 years as well as teaching classes and giving workshops at several area universities and community colleges.
Mike Fitz-Gerald
President & Co-Founder
Mike used his experience in designing and implementing Local Area Networks and Wide Area Networks, as well as managing Information Technology and VoIP systems, in starting the company. He brought previous work experience in IT with him from Comerica, Inc., where he worked as Decision Support Specialist and Network Engineer. Mike consults with clients to set the future direction of their IT and voice networks. He customizes packages for their individual needs, while working diligently to get them up and running smoothly. He is a member of the Information Technology Committee and Strategic Planning Committee with Matrix Human Services. Mike received his B.A. in Economics and Management from Albion College.
Mike St. John
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Mike takes a proactive approach to ensuring each client’s network is taken care of before there is a problem. He embraces a “do what is right for the customer and put their needs first” business philosophy. In 2009, Championship Technologies, which he owned, merged with Expetec. Mike has a background in telecommunications dating back to 2004 and is certified by Allworx to install their VoIP based phone system. Serving as Chairman for Young Professionals of Rochester and a chamber Ambassador for Rochester are just two of the many philanthropic ventures he is involved in. Mike graduated from the Haworth College of Business at Western Michigan University and has served as Staff Sergeant for the Michigan Army National Guard for over 12 years.
Brian Shaw
Business Technology Consultant
Brian uses his strong personal and communication skills to form a successful rapport with every client. He instills confidence in our clients that they are choosing the best IT Company for their needs. Always keeping the customer in mind, Brian attends numerous training seminars to be sure he is up to date on the latest technology offerings. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Western Michigan University and was an active member in their Sales and Business Marketing Association.
Jon Mulanix
Senior Network Technician
Jon works efficiently to resolve problems for our clients to ensure they do not lose valuable information or documents. Prior to Expetec, he was Network Administrator for the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 324 and oversaw all of their IT operations. Jon is an Allworx Certified Professional and received degrees from Delta College and Michigan State University.
Ryan Fitz-Gerald
Computer Technician
Ryan troubleshoots and resolves computer issues for our customers in a timely manner so they are inconvenienced as little as possible. He performs computer maintenance, manages servers and networks, and plans roll-outs of new equipment for customers. Serving as a FIRST Robotics Mentor while at Kettering University allowed Ryan to expand his knowledge and skills in specific areas of sensors, control systems, and programming. He is studying at Oakland University for his Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering with a focus in Controls.
Natalie Tiska
Marketing Coordinator
Natalie Tiska fulfills a wide range of responsibilities for Expetec of Rochester Hills, assisting in the development of PR and sales, creating press releases, updating social media accounts, blogging and handling a number of administrative duties. Our team counts on Natalie for customer data entry in our CRM software, order fulfillment & entry, as well as project research. She brings more than seven years of experience providing administrative support, extensive software knowledge and outstanding problem solving skills to Expetec, making her an invaluable member of our growing team.
