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OUR TEAM
A good day for us? When we help a customer quickly improve their business by offering Mac Employee Choice or iOS-based mobile tools. We’re a diverse supplier, Certified Woman-Owned company, a member of the Small Business Administration and big fans of Women in Technology.
We’re tearing down walls to incorporate Apple technology into the workplace with a touch of southern hospitality. |
Kristie king
co-founder Number cruncher. Creator of processes. The “woman” in Woman Owned. Kristie has been working with Apple since 2001, where she met Tim Hassett, who became her work partner in crime. Together, they built Appogee from the ground up and continue to enjoy the ever-changing world of technology, bringing it to clients in all verticals across the United States. Kristie lives in Greenville, NC with her amazing husband John and two cats. Her methods of stress relief include cooking, music, exploring new places and shopping.
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tim hassett
Managing partner Tim is the Managing Partner of Appogee, helping to drive Appogee’s growth through bringing aboard new strategic accounts, growing our meaningful partnerships, crafting our marketing, and collaborating with our team. A native of Annapolis Maryland, Tim now lives outside of Orlando Florida with his wife, identical twin girls, and energetic son. Tim’s first Apple product was a 1999 Wall Street PowerBook G3, which lit the spark for what is now an over 18-year relationship with Apple and its products. In his spare time, you can find Tim diving for lobsters in Islamorada, running, or busy doing family activities such as little league baseball, and youth soccer.
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jake jacob
head of business operations Jake leads our Operations team and keeps us focused on our vision. Before joining Appogee, Jake lived and worked in China. He also served as the Head of Operations at a software startup that joined Appogee on this list of fastest-growing companies in 2019. Jake grew up in Florida and currently resides in Greenville, NC. When he is not helping deploy Apple Products in the Enterprise you can find Jake out on the water or planning the next big thing in the local coffee shop.
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KIRSTIE IVIE
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Kirstie is our spreadsheet master and numbers wizard. She manages the financials and accounting department, supporting Appogee’s rapidly growing market share, while road mapping and budgeting for future growth and success. She brings to the business over nine year of experience in private sector accounting, having worked in streamlining finances for clients ranging from contractors, to restaurants and art galleries, before finding her home at Appogee.
When not at work, Kirstie spends her time investing in professional and personal advancement, cultivating her passion for photography, and planning the next great adventure with her family. |
JACKSON KELLEY
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Joining Appogee’s team of Account Executives in 2021, Jackson carries with him a well-informed background in technology solutions for today’s business landscape. Jackson prides himself on identifying every variable to your project’s equation, through collaboration with Apple and Appogee’s many partners. “People like to work with people” is his mantra. Jackson dives into customer needs with an appetite for communication and discovery. Jackson resides on the east coast, in Concord, NH, the beautiful and quaint state capital of NH. In his spare time, Jackson is an avid runner, a voracious reader, and a passionate audiophile. |
Tori Gallego
Account executive Tori joined Appogee’s sales team in August of 2021. She is a North Carolina native residing in NC’s capital city of Raleigh (GO PACK)! She brings 8 years of experience in Retail Technology with her to Appogee, and places high value on cultivating genuine relationships with her customers. Tori believes that the purpose of business should be to make life better for people, and she strives to do just that with each customer. Outside of work Tori enjoys traveling, spending time with her husband, trying new food, and venturing out anywhere her two dogs can tag along. Tori hopes to visit as many National Parks in the coming years as possible. |
Jason Manlig
Account executive |
GINGER D. POOLEY
DIRECTOR OF CLIENT SERVICES Ginger joined the Appogee family in 2011. We have not stopped growing since and as one of Appogee’s most senior members, she has had the opportunity to work in many different capacities. She really enjoys helping people and would love to help you! Ginger is passionate about customer satisfaction. "I believe the customer should never have to wait for anything, fast & efficient, that is ME!" Born and raised here in Greenville, Ginger graduated from ECU with a Bachelor’s degree in Family and Community Services. She has a giraffe named Poopsy and loves listening to music, walking, enjoying pool time, making Gingerbread cookies and spending time with her friends & family. She is truly a magical unicorn.
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Sarah lively
CLIENT SERVICES Sarah joined Appogee in December 2020 reeved up and ready to roll. Before joining our team, she enjoyed a career as Marketing Director for over 5 years with Harley-Davidson here in Greenville, NC. With over 15 years of customer service experience, she enjoys working with and helping people. When she’s not at work she enjoys spending time with her son Ryder and their dog exploring local trails. She loves music, art, dancing, and staying active. She also enjoys spending spare time refurbishing and upcycling old furniture. Even old furniture can look new with a ‘face lift’! |
LISA MONTERROSO
Client Services Lisa joined the Appogee team in March of 2021. Lisa is an East Carolina University graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Supply Chain Management and has spent her career working and finding solutions for customers in many different facets. At the end of the day, Lisa is a people person and enjoys helping her customers find exactly what they are looking for. “There is nothing more gratifying to me, then to know I have helped someone find the perfect solution. Sometimes, the tech world can be overwhelming and making that process easier and pleasant for my customers is always the goal.” Lisa is a problem solver by nature and believes there is usually a solution for any problem if you keep an open mind and a positive attitude. Outside of work, Lisa enjoys relaxing and spending time with family and friends. She is a proud dog mom and big animal lover. Lisa enjoys cooking, baking, gardening, shopping, watching shows, going to the movies, and visiting new places, especially if there is a beach involved. |
Matt Buckley
Client Services Matt resides in Buffalo, NY, and comes from a long line of experience in the customer service industry, and more recently all ends of the technology industry. Working in distribution, startups, and now with Appogee, there isn’t much he hasn’t seen. Living by the slogan “If they like you; they will buy from you” some key attributes he presents are accountability, accuracy, reliability, and sincerity. When not working Matt loves hiking with his wife and dog, climbing the Adirondack High peaks (46er in progress), going to concerts, cooking, roasting his own coffee at home, photography, and volunteering weekly at his local SPCA. GO BILLS!! |
MEGAN lively
PROJECT COORDINATOR Megan is our Project Coordinator, responsible for configuration projects and e-commerce. Before joining Appogee, Megan spent nearly a decade in the beverage industry working with startup breweries throughout North Carolina. She holds a BS in Health Fitness from East Carolina University. Megan is the proud owner of “The Dinosaur”, her original 2008 MacBook, which sparked her love of Apple products. In her spare time, you can find Megan searching for New Wave records at the local antique shop or exploring plant nurseries for new additions to her ever-growing home jungle.
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Samantha galbreath
accounting Specialist Samantha joined the Appogee family in 2021 as an Accounting Clerk, bringing with her 8 years of experience in banking. She is customer driven and focused on bringing accuracy and efficiency to the accounting department. In December 2021, Samantha will achieve her BS in Accounting. Samantha grew up in Savannah, GA and moved to Greenville, NC in March 2021 with her husband. When she’s not at work you could find her looking for the next hiking trail, playing with her dog Finn, and exploring the world. |
HAYLEY MIZELLE
ACCOUNTING CLERK Prior to joining the company in 2022, Hayley worked in retail sales for 5 years until she decided to step away from the hustle and bustle of public corporations and work with consumers in a behind-the-scenes, but pivotal, role. A natural introvert, she is able to thrive in a position that allows her to find confidence in comfort, while still being productive and an important player on the team. In her down time she enjoys reading, the world of sports (you name it, she'll watch it!), and spending time with her beloved beagle, Lola. |
Aaron harless
config specialist |
summer hart
customer service representative |
Poopsy
director of funance Work hard. Play harder. |
