Meet the Team
Netcom is a Hawaii based technology solutions provider bringing cloud based voice and data services with support and integration to the mainstream market. Fast, friendly, and accurate results are company key points. Netcom owns its own fiber data centers with multi homed Cloud Storage, SIP Trunks, and VoIP phone switches for both hosted and premises-based solutions. Netcom is Ubiquiti Networks certified and also a registered Dell Premier Provider. Outsourced support, Cloud Exchange, Cloud Based VoIP integration with Multi Campus Solutions are the primary product groups that make up the majority of the Netcom market.
JEFF GRAY
PRESIDENT AND CEO
Work History
1/1999 – Present - Netcom LLC - a Hawaii based LLC filing as an S corp - dba Netcom Cloud, Netcom Enterprises, jeffgray.net
President
2014 – 2016 - Hawaii County Police Commissioner
10/2006 – 01/2007 - Spring2 Solutions, Inc. Saratoga Springs, UT
Manager: Spring2 Solutions is focused on becoming the nation’s largest Avaya dealer with a focus on the convergence of voice and data with emphasis on unified messaging and hosted VoIP solutions.
3/2002 – 10/2006 - Northwest Netcom, Inc. Vancouver, WA
Partner: Co-Founded Northwest Netcom, Inc. Managed sales while building up the hardware and service department. Assisted all other divisions in sales and support.
Excellent sales personality with an expertise in hardware, telephony, structured cabling and network infrastructure. Growth phase focused on building unified messaging systems with other departmental managers. Merged into Spring2 Solutions after 4 years of steady growth.
1/1995 – 3/2002 - Computer and Network Services, Inc. Gresham, OR
Partner: Co-Founder of a startup network and support center. Identified, recruited and managed sales and support personnel. Built the foundation of hardware sales to become an Intel Premier
Provider and Microsoft Partner: Merged into Northwest Netcom after 8 years of steady growth.
4/1996 – 3/1999 - Portland State University Portland, OR
Instructor: Taught Extended Studies Courses in Multimedia Hardware
Developed Transitioning Training Course for Extended Studies
Focus Groups during the DOT.Com fallout.
3/1985 – 11/1997 - United States Army
Drill Instructor and M1A1 Tank Commander: Graduated highest in Company at Tank Commander Training Facility at Fort Knox Kentucky. Excelled in teaching and was recommended to the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Academy where I graduated in top 10% of the class.
TRAVIS GRIGGS
TECH SERVICES
A driven, ambitious, dedicated, and always learning technology professional with over 25 years of experience working in customer-facing environments ranging in size from 5 to thousands of employees…
While my familiarity with technology covers a wide categorical variety, I am most familiar with, and passionate about, making the user experience as simple as possible. I aim to provide secure solutions that outperform the average deployment. To truly understand technology, I believe you have to understand how it works; not just in the functional sense, but deep into its core. After all, how can you expect to fix a problem if you do not understand why it’s happening in the first place?
I have endeavored in my career to not being satisfied simply with how systems should be configured but also, and more importantly, why they should be configured that way. Additionally, my experience in the installation of the physical infrastructure upon which these systems reside, give me a leg up over many of my peers.
Through complementary education and experience, I have captured a better understanding of what software is doing on an execution level, which has served me well in troubleshooting. This marriage of education and experience has also provided me with the right tools needed to provide simple solutions to complex procedures.
DAVID "RIO" VIERRA
TECH SERVICES
Experienced systems administrator with a background in the print industry. 20 years of experience in IT and IT-adjacent fields. I’ve worked on Macs, PCs, Servers, Virtual Machines, Wired and Wireless Networks, Printers, Security Cameras, VoIP; developed automation scripts, application software, cryptanalysis tools, and websites. I strive to fully understand both the technology and the customer’s needs in order to provide lasting, reliable solutions to technical problems.
ANDREW LEUNG
TECH SERVICES
DAVID BUBY
TECH SERVICES
Dynamic and results-oriented IT professional with over 20 years of extensive experience in computer repairs, web development, technical support, data recovery, web servers, cloud solutions and customer service. Ability to lead projects, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver exceptional customer service across diverse sectors, including telecommunications, entertainment, administration, retail, hospitality, education and more.
JONATHAN HUMPHRIES
TECH SERVICES – AI BRANIAC
Jonathan Humphries is a seasoned Software and AI Engineer with over 20 years of experience architecting enterprise systems and leading full-stack development projects. He holds a Master’s in Information and Computer Science from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, where he specialized in neural network topology and evolutionary computation. His career spans roles as CTO, Solutions Architect, and Lead Engineer across industries from healthcare AI to video platforms and cloud infrastructure. Jonathan has built and deployed predictive models, microservice architectures, and scalable systems using technologies such as .NET, SQL Server, Python, PyTorch, and Kubernetes. He’s also a published researcher and patent holder with a strong background in DevOps, technical writing, and cross-functional team leadership.
JACOB BOYETT
TECH SERVICES
Bio Coming
DARRYL L. MORNING, SR.
TECH SERVICES
With over 30 years of experience I bring expertise to clients as a trusted IT professional. With specialties in designing and implementing essential technology systems, infrastructure, structured cabling systems, and secure network services for businesses, homes and unique custom environments.
I take the time to understand clients operational needs and challenges, then translate this understanding into actionable strategies, developing long-term IT roadmaps. Through detailed project management i deliver secure, scalable solutions built for reliability and performance. My core expertise includes infrastructure planning and installation of organized structured cabling systems, centralized network oversight, highly reliable configurations, and secure Wi-Fi solutions. With special emphasis on ensuring security and resilience while implementing comprehensive security measures (including firewalls, proactive patch management, and advanced threat protection), robust backup and recovery plans, and ensuring compliance with key industry standards.
JIM ALDRIDGE
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
72-75 Army “Wireman”
76-99 Cable TV Industry (entry level to middle management)
00-06 Fiber, Copper, & Coax Cabling construction
07-11 Satellite TV installation
11-15 Telecommunications wiring
GARRETT ALDRIDGE
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
Bio Coming
TAYLOR MARTIN
WEB DEVELOPMENT
Multimedia specialist with over a decade of professional experience delivering quality digital services across private and public sectors in Hawaiʻi. Holds a B.B.A. in Business Management from the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa. Professional highlights include founding Taylor Martin Media LLC in 2014, operating as a Website Developer and Commercial Videographer, and establishing Hawaiiverse in 2016, Hawaiʻi's largest free coupon directory. Possesses strong technical skills, highly proficient in WordPress, cPanel, and the Adobe Suite. Recognized with the People's Choice of Startup Paradise award at the 22nd Annual Hawaii Entrepreneur Awards.
PUA FURTADO
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
WAYNE COOK
SALES AND TECH SERVICES
KURT SACHEN
TECH SERVICES
Experienced Sales Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the wholesale industry. Enjoying close to 30 years as an IT Professional working with PC's, Servers, Cabling, PBX's, Thin Clients, Virtual Machines, Network hardware, etc.. Skilled in Linux System Administration, VoIP, Windows Servers, Asterisk, Network troubleshooting, Thin Clients, IP PBX's,etc.
MIKE JOHNSON
TECH SERVICES
I grew up in Washington State and moved to Hawaii in 1995. I’ve worked in Telecom for 30 years as a billing and orders (sales) specialist, call center supervisor and business sales and support.
TATE KAHABKA
SALES AND TECH SERVICES
DOUG YOUNG
TECH SERVICES
Computer repair started as a hobby for me. Computers first piqued my interest in the late 1970’s at my High School, when computers were expensive toys. Most of my skills are self-taught in computer servicing. I learned excellent customer services skill while working for a local retailer, Fred Meyer’s and have always put the customer first. I started working on computers in my garage as a side business but quickly gained enough business working from home, I opened a store in 1997 and continued until 2015. At that time I changed gears and Joined Netcom to focus on larger customers and networking. Always looking to grow my knowledge and meet new clients to help them grow.
FERLIN SLABAUGH-KAUHANE
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
Ferlin Slabaugh-Kauhane is happy to have recently joined the Netcom team, bringing with him thirty years of customer service. Having spent just as many years homesteading and developing a small farm, he is an expert at improvising and finding a way to get the job done even under difficult or unusual circumstances. This skill set enables him to be effective and efficient installing the infrastructure for your data network system.
TYMALAYA SHUELL
SALES
True connector. I am passionate about becoming a visionary partner to my clients and providing them with a myriad of technology solutions that meet their key business drivers for today and the future. Key initiatives such as:
- Building Business Efficiency
- Reducing Total Cost of Ownership
- Increasing Productivity
- Increasing Revenue
For the last 20 years I have supported the technology industry. I started in the industry implementing software to support the telecommunications infrastructure and customer data, then service delivery and eventually a central office technician installing the services internally and at the end user site. With a passion to help people and encouragement of mentors I took a leap and started a career in sales.
I am prideful of my business acumen, continued education, dedicated customer support, positive attitude, and love to help people. I care about helping my customer find the right solution, even when it is not mine.
Now that I am a dedicated technology consultant, I am empowered to provide unmatched technical expertise in advanced communications. I connect with some of the area’s esteemed executives, creating mutual beneficial, long-term relationships.
RYAN K. JONES
WEBMASTER
VERONICA BELSHAW
WEBMASTER
Experienced Senior Web Content Manager with over 15 years of success leading content development, website strategy, and CMS operations using platforms like WordPress, Drupal, Joomla, and custom-built systems. Former Director of Paid Strategy with a strong foundation in digital marketing and performance operations, now focused on creating scalable content workflows and improving UX. Skilled at collaborating across teams, managing stakeholders, and aligning web strategies with business goals. Passionate about building accessible, intuitive websites that deliver measurable results. Core skills include but are not limited to Web Content Management, WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, Custom CMS, HTML5/CSS3, Technical SEO Front-End Development, UX Optimization, Content Governance, Information Architecture Project Management, Stakeholder Communication, Google Tag Manager, Google Analytics 4 Team Leadership, CMS Migrations, Conversion Optimization, Cross-Functional Collaboration.
ERIK FLOURNOY
TECH SERVICES
DANIEL INGOLD
TECH SERVICES
From the time I first touched a computer at the age of three, technology has always fascinated me. Over the years since, I have continually sought to expand my knowledge. Through a combination of personal research and experimentation, as well as formal education, I have gained a technical expertise that, along with my problem solving skills and attention to detail, will keep your computer systems running reliably and effectively.
SAM CASH
TECH SERVICES
I was born and raised on the Big Island and have been working with computers my whole life. From a young age I was introduced to technology but never had the money for my own computer so once I turned sixteen, I got my first job and built my own computer with my first few pay checks. From then on, I began to progress my technical competence in IT related subjects. In 2016 I joined the Hawaii Air National Guard 291st Combat Communications Squadron in Hilo and began my IT career as a 3D0X2 Cyber Systems Operations Apprentice.
JASON BONACHITA
TECH SERVICES
Bio Coming