Technical

Erick Anderson

Senior Network Engineer, Home Office: Roanoke

Erick leads our Roanoke Network Engineering team. He handles network design and troubleshooting, web server design and installation, hardware troubleshooting, and just about everything else. Unlike many computer geeks, Erick is able to effectively communicate with clients regarding their technical needs, aside from the occasional Spanglish that he uses.

John Brandt

Technical Support Specialist, Home Office: Columbus

As a Consultant with Affinity Consulting Columbus, John provides client support for workstations, servers, and software. John obtained a Bachelor of Liberal Studies Degree from Bowling Green State University. At Bowling Green, John was a Student Manager for the University Dining Services, where he obtained experience in management, communication, and customer service.

Matthew Byrd

Technology Consultant, Home Office: Roanoke

As a Technology Consultant with Affinity’s Roanoke office, Matthew provides client support for hardware, software, and business technology processes. Matthew attended Roanoke College where he obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration. After seeing the impact of technology in business today, he enrolled at Skyline College and earned an Associate Degree of Computer & Information Science. Matthew has a wide array of skills including networking, troubleshooting, and computer virtualization as well as business administration.

Brian Cluxton

Home Office: Columbus

Brian D. Cluxton is Vice President and Senior Consultant for Affinity's Columbus, OH office. He joined Affinity as a Consultant in February 2001. He received his B.A. (Political Science) from The Ohio State University and Post-graduate Paralegal Certificate from Capital University Law School. Brian is a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), Certified Consultant for Amicus Attorney practice management software and manages the hardware/network installation services, Managed IT Services and technical support department.

Greg Fielder

Network Engineer, Home Office: Roanoke

Greg Fielder, a Network Engineer with the Roanoke, Virginia office, provides hardware and software technical support for clients in need. Greg graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Roanoke College and headed up the University's team of student PC Technicians for three years. Greg has been working with computers for over 10 years, including hardware and software troubleshooting and custom PC building and software design.

James Gregory

Technical Support Specialist, Home Office: Columbus

James M. Gregory, an IT Technical Support Specialist for the Columbus, Ohio office of Affinity Consulting he specializes in desktop support. James works with Affinity's clients providing technical support for desktop hardware and software issues. James attended DeVry University, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems.

Al Hill

Sr. Network Consultant, Home Office: Tampa

Albert T. Hill is the Senior Network Consultant/Network Manager for Affinity Consulting Group's Tampa office. He joined the Affinity Consulting team as a consultant in April 2008. Al is a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) with 10 years of technology experience. Prior to his position with Affinity, Al served his country in the U.S. Air Force for nearly 13 years and worked as a Network/Systems Engineer for other companies in the Tampa Bay area.

James LeDuc

Network Consultant, Home Office: Tampa

James LeDuc, as a Network Consultant for Affinity Consulting Group's Tampa office James works with Affinity's clients providing support for workstations, servers, software, and network equipment. James has been in the IT field for 19 years, and joined ITL in 2009.

Chris Martz

Technology Project Specialist, Home Office: Roanoke

Chris Martz, a Technology Project Specialist with the Roanoke, Virginia office, provides hardware and software technical support, network engineering and planning, and legal software consulting. Chris graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English from Virginia Tech and has 18 years of experience in the computer industry. During his career, Chris has worked as a web designer, support technician, software consultant, computer trainer and systems administrator. Prior to joining the Affinity team, Chris worked for 6 years at a mid-size law firm in Roanoke doing computer training, software implementation and systems administration. 

Dan Thomas

Network Consultant, Home Office: Columbus

Daniel M. Thomas, a Network Consultant for the Columbus, OH office of Affinity Consulting, works with Affinity's clients providing support for workstations, servers, and network equipment. Dan attended the University of Toledo, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering Technology. While attending the University of Toledo, he worked as part of the IT Department for the University. Dan also attended Stautzenburger College, where he took courses in preparation for the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Exams. Prior to coming to Affinity, Dan worked for 3 years at a popular computer and network consulting firm in Toledo. While there, he held the position of Lead Service Technician and Manager.