Chewy, Chief Napping Officer here at PowerApps911, is the world’s best dog at building Power Apps and Flows. How did he achieve such an amazing level of success at only 3 years old? Osmosis. Chewy has spent the majority of his life sleeping at the feet of Shane absorbing as much as possible. When Chewy isn’t doing what he does best, making apps and taking naps, you can find him taking short walks or eating. You don’t get to be a 105-pound doodle without a lot of effort.

Buddy is our beloved Barketing Manager, and the heart and soul of PowerApps911! His cheerful demeanor and boundless enthusiasm uplifts everyone around him, and ensures our team stays pawsitive and motivated. Buddy is his happiest when taking refreshing swims, chasing squirrels, and holding hands with his family. With our cute Bernedoodle by our side, everyday is filled with tail-wagging happiness and endless inspiration.

Shane Young has been a Microsoft MVP since 2005 and was named one of the first Power Apps and Flow MVPs. Microsoft has awarded him this for his work speaking at major conferences on their behalf, contributions to their training and documentation, and for his YouTube channel that has over 19 million views for teaching people Microsoft technologies. He uses his strong relationship with the Power Apps and Power Automate product teams at Microsoft to provide his clients the best, most up-to-date information, and techniques for their apps. Shane has consulted on apps across the globe, with Antarctica being the only continent not covered. So if you know anyone who needs a polar bear app, please let him know. When Shane is not teaching or consulting, you can find him chasing his very active children all over the city of Cincinnati.

Fausto Capellan, Jr is a Microsoft MVP in Business Applications, focused on the Power Platform: Microsoft Flow, PowerApps, and Power BI. He has worked with SharePoint both as an admin and as a developer for over 9 years. He is a frequent speaker at events such as the Microsoft Business Applications Summit and SharePoint Saturdays. He is also a frequent collaborator at the Microsoft Flow Community forums assisting users with solutions.

Allison Boswell began her career developing communities in need, even receiving congressional recognition for her work in New Mexico. Allison went on to further her education at Vanderbilt in the Graduate Program of Economic Development, where she completed her degree in nine months. During her time at Vanderbilt and her following tenure at Social Impact, a monitoring and evaluation company for international aid, Allison grew in her appreciation and skill for data analytics. Allison leveraged this skill and her drive towards action to become the SharePoint Administrator and Business Process Efficiency Lead for the company. After more than a year of leveraging Microsoft technologies including the Power Platform at Social Impact, Allison looked to cement herself more fully in the Power Platform, leading her to PowerApps911. In her spare time, Allison enjoys hiking and nature walks with her cocker spaniels, Adeline and Zoe. She also loves spending time with her many nieces and nephews, and curling up with a good book and cup of tea.

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Certifications - PL-100, PL-200, PL-300, PL-400, PL-600 

Daniel LeMay has experience in a wide variety of information technology roles. Skilled in Systems Administration, DevOps, RPA Development and Implementation, Infrastructure Design, Cloud Architecture and Administration, Project Management, Requirements Analysis, Process Mapping, LoB Application/Workflow Development, Technical Support, and Agile Methodologies, as well as extensive knowledge of the Microsoft Power Platform. Daniel has a strong business development professional with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Eastern Illinois University.

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Certifications - PL-100, PL-200, PL-400, PL-600, AZ-104, AZ-305

Gino Cuccia has over 10 years of experience in the Construction space. He started in 2007 working in the field as an HVAC technician, and still refers back to his experiences when designing and implementing Power Platform solutions. Being able to create flexible solutions that effect every layer of a company from a field employee up to the CEO is what he loves about the Power Platform. In his spare time, Gino enjoys being outside whether he's exercising, riding his motorcycle, or spending time with family and friends. 

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Certifications - PL-100, PL-200, PL-300

Brodie Krause began his IT career as an intern at a sign manufacturer in 2002. Years later as the Director of IT in the Funeral Industry, he migrated his company from on-premise services to Office 365 which began his journey into things like Exchange Online, Sharepoint Online, Stream, Yammer and of course the Power Platform. Brodie loves using these tools to overcome hurdles and bring aging processes into the present day. Brodie and his wife Carrie live in East Tennessee with their son and twin daughters. When not on the clock, Brodie enjoys spending time with his family, serving and studying with his church, traveling, hiking, watching movies and collecting Batman memorabilia.

Garrett Elmy began his career in politics. After completing his bachelor’s in political science, he worked as a Legislative Assistant in the House of Representatives for 3 years. Always striving to learn more, Garrett began pursuing his Master’s in Economics where he first discovered the Power Platform when using Power BI for a data analytics project. Fostering a newfound enjoyment for the platform, Garrett went on to explore Power Apps and Power Automate, and later completed the Microsoft Certification for Power Platform App Makers. In his free time, Garrett likes to play video games, play pickleball, and work on his MG.

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Certifications - PL-100, PL-200, PL-300, PL-400, PL-600, AZ-104, AZ-305

Steven Farris graduated with a Bachelor of Science from Tennessee Technological University while already interning in Information Technology at a large scale construction company in Nashville, TN. He was then hired on full time as an IT Service Technician, and in that time, Steven started working with Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, SharePoint Online, and the Microsoft Office suite. He was soon promoted to Systems Administrator where he dove even deeper into the Power Platform, developed several Power Apps and Flows, led training classes, and managed a lot of administration and governance as well. As a Systems Administrator, he also designed and implemented SharePoint online and OneDrive to help the company achieve ISO 9001 compliance. When Steven is not working, he is usually playing video games, board games, or Dungeons & Dragons with friends and family.

Juan Sebastian Grijalba, CPA began his career in corporate accounting where he specialized in reporting and financial analysis. While becoming skilled in working with data and utilizing Excel’s Power Pivot and PowerBI, he recognized the advantages associated with using both to create reports and dashboards. Juan later transitioned to a Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations functional consulting role, and began integrating Power Platform technology within business solutions. During his free time, Juan enjoys playing soccer, staying active, and spending time with family and friends.

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Certifications - PL-100, PL-200, PL-400, PL-600

Nicola Young is the CEO of PowerApps911.  Nicola has a long history in the startup and cloud space to complement her Ohio State MBA. Nicola co-founded a technology consulting company where she was a principal consultant before moving to the CEO role full time. Nicola is married to Shane Young with two sons, Grant 10 and Luke 7.  When not in front of her computer, she can usually be found watching them at a soccer or basketball game.

Jeff Taylor, aka Scuba, has over 10 years of experience in the SharePoint space. Jeff’s SharePoint career started with an internship at SharePoint911, while he was attending college at the University of Cincinnati. After graduation, he went on to work for a cloud hosting company as a SharePoint Specialist. Jeff held several different positions; Lead-Support Tech, Account Manager, and Technical Account Manager 2. He was responsible for provisioning SharePoint tenants, taking support requests, training companies as well end-users on how to best utilize the Microsoft Office Suite for their business. Jeff then took on a SharePoint Consulting position which eventually lead him to working with PowerApps911 and later joining the team. When he is not building Power Apps or doing SharePoint things, Jeff enjoys exercising, creating YouTube videos, and remodeling his place.

Anthony started his career in IT when attending Colorado State University studying Computer Information Systems and working at Geek Squad. After graduating with a degree in Business Administration, Anthony went on to become a computer support technician contractor at the United States Air Force Academy, where he would then move on to be the Web Manager for the Dean of Faculty. Anthony has been working in the Power Platform extensively for the past 3 years with knowledge of Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI. He also was recently recognized by the Air Force innovation partner AFWERX, and introduced low code/no-code development at the Air Force Academy. Anthony lives in Colorado with his wife, Chelsea, and their three children; all under the age of 5. When not watching “Baby Shark,” Anthony enjoys watching football and Formula 1 racing with the family.

Stacy has spent the last 15 years doing all things SharePointy. Needing a change, she dipped her toes into IT Project Management, and it was the most welcomed change. Knowing just enough to be dangerous with a Power Platform license in her hands, managing projects related to Power Platform is a great fit for her. When she's not busy managing projects and clients you can find her juggling her family duties with her husband Chris, and their three children, twins, Jack and Lily (6), and little Emma (3). In her spare time (ha...spare time), she enjoys a solid cup of coffee, curling up with a good book, trying a new recipe and spending time with her extended family doing whatever the season in MN calls for.

Jennifer Hammond is an experienced Client Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry, she has become a jack of all trades in her 20 years of working.  Whether it be billing, payroll, onboarding new employees, scheduling time with consultants and clients or, trying to tackle customer inquiries within Microsoft Power Apps, she is always doing it with a smile.  In her spare time, she enjoys being with her 3 children and spending time with friends and family.

Eric Lott graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a bachelor’s in Accounting. While finishing his degree, he began working in IT as an analyst in the retail industry. After graduating, he decided to stay in IT and became a developer where he discovered the Power Platform. In 2020, he was recognized as a Power Apps Community Super User after providing many solutions and sample apps for the forums. He later moved to the insurance industry where he did Power Platform analysis, development, and managed the Power Platform development team. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons, taking trips, watching Auburn football, and being outdoors. 

Certifications - PL-100, PL-200, PL-400, PL-600

Aubrey Peter began her career in corporate aviation and made the move to the IT world in 2011 taking on project and program management roles with professional services groups. Since that time, she received her PMP® and completed her MBA with Ohio University. When she is not tackling projects and building customer relationships Aubrey enjoys traveling and all modes of transportation including boats, motorcycles, cars and airplanes. She also volunteers with the Southern States Rescued Rottweiler organization.

Sara Ritter is a Project Manager and Administrator for PowerApps911.  She graduated from Miami University with a degree in Marketing and International Business and worked in management for 2 major banking corporations before taking time off to raise her children.  Over the past 15 years, she has held many volunteer roles and has helped raise over $750,000 for local organizations.  When not working or volunteering, she shuttles her 4 children, Ellie 15, Lainey 12, and twins Lexie and Chase 10, to their various activities and enjoys hanging out with family and friends.

Patrick graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point. He served as a U.S. Army Officer for 20 years in a variety of roles including Tank Platoon Leader, Tank Company Commander, Tank Battalion Executive Officer, Battalion Observer-Controller/Trainer (at the National Training Center) and Division Chief of Operations. He is a decorated veteran of the war in Iraq. After retiring from the Army, he found his Power Platform “mojo” while working as an operations manager at a manufacturing facility in Virginia. He has several years of experience with Power Apps, Power Automate and SharePoint. Patrick and his wife Nicole have three sons and one daughter. When not working, he enjoys multi-player gaming with his sons, watching sports on TV, hiking/biking with Nicole, and taking family trips to the beach. 

Haylee is a tech nerd that happens to have a master's degree in Forensic Psychology. Having spent 9 years working in various positions for a juvenile court, she developed a knack for all things Microsoft. Along the way, she discovered a passion for the Power Platform and its ability to enhance business processes and boost efficiency. With a natural curiosity and a problem-solving mindset, she enjoys helping others achieve their goals and thrives on challenges. Outside of work, you'll find Haylee exploring new destinations, playing games, listening to a podcast, or catching up on the latest TV series.

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Certifications - PL-200

Lindsay has a rich background in interior design, having specialized in the technical aspects such as AutoCAD, 3D modeling and rendering, presentation creation, and website design. She has found that her love for aesthetics and design principles translate wonderfully into Power Platform solution development.  Sharing this passion with clients has been very fulfilling along with delving deeply into data modeling, business automation, and capturing the organization’s branding professionally and beautifully.  Living a whimsical life with her husband and four teens, Lindsay is an Enneagram enthusiast, non-fiction aficionado, true crime follower, and believes every one of us has a life story worth telling.

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Certifications - PL-100, DA-100(PL-300)

Moe Chose is a 27 year veteran of the service industry. While working in hotels and as a culinary admin at a local tech company, Moe became known as the early adopter for all things technology. She has used her love of problem solving and continuous improvement to develop tools that helped her team and company improve work processes and communication.  She loves helping others make work better.  Outside of work, Moe loves to play board games with her family and spend time in her garden. 

Ryan has spent the majority of his career in non-profits where he leveraged the incredible efficiencies and capabilities of the Power Platform to advance mission-driven objectives. Alongside the Power Platform, Ryan has spent over 25 years as a full stack web developer, experience that influences his creative process of making Power Apps that are both functional and beautiful.  He is passionate about volunteerism and serving others, having launched a coffee shop dedicated to raising funds for at-risk children and led teams to volunteer across America and in Nicaragua, Mexico, and Ukraine. Ryan is an unapologetic nerd but a creative at heart. He has two music degrees, plays several instruments, and has been a featured tenor soloist at Carnegie Hall. In his free time, he loves to be outdoors with his wife and three school-age children in the mountains near their home in central Colorado. He's an avid downhill skier and has led 15+ ski retreats in Colorado as well as Schladming, Austria where he packs a separate suitcase just to bring home extra chocolate.

Certifications: PL-900, PL-100, PL-200, MS-900, AI-900

Stephen Schuster has been developing solutions for over 30 years.  A double major in Engineering and Biology he initially started his career as a typical software developer. Eventually, he expanded into web development and data analytics. When SharePoint was first released he saw the potential the platform had and migrated to a solely Microsoft solution provider while still maintaining deep development experience and has been developing across Power Platform, Azure, and SharePoint for the last 25 years

Throughout his career, he has focused on system implementations, migrations, custom solution development, and eventually Power Platform architecture and development. 

He has provided solutions for organizations across the globe and has deep insights into HealthCare, HIT, Insurance, and Pharma. 

Lately, he has been focused on helping organizations grapple with Governance across the M365 platforms with specific emphasis on CI/CD efforts across Power Platform, Security, Auditing, and overall platform governance (both with and without COE).

PS: His best marathon time is 3:07

Shanna graduated from Miami University with bachelor’s degrees in Decision Sciences and Human Resource Management. She has over 20 years of business experience managing teams, projects and processes. Her career started in Buying and Retail Merchandising before evolving to Sourcing, Product Development and Creative Direction within the realm of consumer goods. Leveraging her rich and diverse background, she now lends her experience to the IT domain, offering insights that will enhance the development of products while overseeing the entirety of each project. Alongside her husband, Brian, Shanna runs their bustling household with two sons, Cade and Colton.