Category Archives: Employee profiles
A chat with Pixafy Project Manager Eric DiPalma
Eric’s tenure at Pixafy dates back to the summer of 2011, and as Pixafy’s first full-time project manager he has been heavily involved in building out Pixafy’s project management roles, helping to steer projects to a successful launch on time and on budget. He took a moment to answer a few questions.
Q: Where did you go to school, and what did you study there?
I went to NYU where I received my Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Music Technology. (more…)
Introducing Pixafy Software Engineer Darren Chen
Darren Chen is the latest software engineer to join Pixafy, and our first new hire of the year. Darren brings enthusiasm and energy to our team, and has already settled in nicely. Here’s a bit more about him:
Q: How did you discover Pixafy?
I discovered Pixafy through a recruiter. At that time, I didn’t know anything about Pixafy. The only thing I knew was that I would be coding all day. I appreciate my recruiter for sending me to this awesome place. (more…)
Meet Pixafy’s new front-end developer Kurt Kemple
Kurt Kemple has joined Pixafy as its latest front-end developer. He took the time out to answer out standard interview questions as he settled into the job.
Q: How did you discover Pixafy? What led you to apply for the job?
I discovered Pixafy on Craigslist when searching for a new job. I wanted to find a place to make a career from doing what I love, web development. I wasn’t satisfied with my previous employer because I wasn’t doing what I love. (more…)
Meet Pixafy’s newest engineer, Thomas Lackemann
Thomas Lackemann is Pixafy’s latest hire, who has been working on the web since he was 12 and already has a sizable website project of his own under his belt. We asked him some questions as he settled in at the office.
Q: How did you discover Pixafy?
I actually found Pixafy through a headhunter, but the impressive online presence and knowledge of the company is what brought me into the interview. (more…)
Introducing Pixafy Customer Support Agent Laurie Noel
Laurie is one of Pixafy’s newest hires, joining us as a customer support agent. Laurie’s job is an eclectic mix of supporting both Pixafy’s internal needs as well as those of its clients. Her diverse background experience and friendly demeanor make her a great addition to the team. Here’s a bit more about her:
Q: Where are you originally from?
West Palm Beach, FL (more…)
Interview with Pixafy Project Manager Jeff Hucker
Jeff Hucker is Pixafy’s third (and newest) project manager, whose decades of experience working with code offers a unique perspective into the role. Jeff’s expertise will be put to great use and has already settled in nicely. Jeff offers up some information about himself in our latest interview.
Q: How did you discover Pixafy?
I was introduced to Pixafy by Drew Sussberg at Workbridge. When I met him he had a lot of energy and enthusiasm about his work and I knew he would find something really great for me. (more…)
Introducing Pixafy Account Manager Alan Gagnon
Alan Gagnon joins Pixafy as its second Account Manager, joining Raechel Boston on that team. Alan will work closely with our clients to identify issues and needs and work with the staff to ensure it gets done. He sheds a bit of light about himself in our latest interview.
Q: Tell us a bit about yourself.
I am from Long Island where I still live. My family is still on Long Island as well. I have a brother, who is 21 and he is currently studying criminal justice at Nassau Community College. I have a wonderful girlfriend of almost 2 years and she is an environmental scientist for the DEP. I want a dog. (more…)
Interview with DevOps Engineer Matthew Ahrenstein
Matthew Ahrenstein has joined Pixafy’s staff and will be supporting Chris Deneen on the DevOps team. His background’s ecletcic, and his knowledge set makes him a great addition to the team. Here, he tackles Pixafy’s version of a welcome wagon: the dreaded Pixafy interview questions.
Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself.
Originally I’m from East Islip, N.Y., but I moved out to Shoreham when I was 10. I’m currently living with my parents. My father is a Cat Scan Technologist, and my mother is a Registered Nurse. My brother is in school to become a lawyer (not law school yet) and my sister is following the same path, but is 4 years behind (she’s 4 years younger than my brother). I’m in a relationship for 2 years come November, and I have a Terrier-Poodle mix named Shadow. He’s 12 now, but still acts like a puppy. (more…)
Congrats to Manny, an employee reaping rewards
We know at Pixafy that as a service business, the people are important. We also want to recognize the amazing work our team is doing regularly. So, earlier this year we kicked off a rewards and recognition program for employees that are doing stellar work, which includes demos by the employee being honored, so others can learn from techniques and tools that the honoree has found useful.
A recent recognition went to one of our original hires, Emmanuel Etienne, who’s a senior engineer here at Pixafy. Manny’s work is consistently innovative and creative, leading to some excellent solutions for our clients. We took a few photos of Manny receiving his award this week; check it out on Facebook, and while you’re there, be sure to like our page!
Interview with Pixafy Digital Interface Developer Khalid Saleem
Q: Where are you originally from? Do you still have family there? Do you have any siblings? If so, what do they do? Any significant/insignificant others? Pets?
I am originally from Afghanistan. Yes, the breaking news country! But seriously, we have many technology geeks. I used to work in the United Nations with a group of people who were not only making websites, but working more on the nationwide technology policies, laws and how it should govern. There were some real experts on developing country wide Information and Communication technology infrastructure. That was a great experience.
My family lives in Pakistan and hopefully soon they will be in the US as well.
My apartment is too small for keeping a pet and my son all together :O), I would love to have a hamster for my son, but that’s where my wife permission comes in as well, so let’s forget it. (more…)
