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Jonathan Chaffer

Senior Developer

Drupal Expert

Board Game Inventor

jchaffer@rapiddg.com unclejonbob

Jonathan is experienced in a wide variety of technologies, with an emphasis in PHP, MySQL, and JavaScript. In the open-source community, he was an early contributor to the Drupal CMS project and has been a featured speaker at DrupalCon. Jonathan has also authored books on Drupal’s JavaScript framework of choice, jQuery.

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Mike Bopp

Managing Director

App Builder

Dovetail Joiner

mbopp@rapiddg.com mwbopp

Mike has been a professional software developer since 2001 and has worked in many languages and development frameworks over the years, including Java, .NET, Swift, React.js and PHP. Mike is a founding member of Rapid Development Group, and the current Managing Director. Outside of work Mike enjoys raising his family, the outdoors, home improvement and woodworking.

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Brett Chaffer

Business Strategist

Wordsmith

Composer/Arranger

bchaffer@rapiddg.com

Brett has thirty years of experience spearheading digital communications projects such as global websites constructed around modern content management systems. His clients have included Steelcase, Dematic, the Dow Chemical Company, and many other local and international firms.

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Sam Oltz

Senior Developer

Typescript Guru

Jazz Pianist

soltz@rapiddg.com pianomansam

Sam is a seasoned web developer who is passionate about seeing technology bring people together, enhance organizations, and transform entire industries. He brings an interdisciplinary approach to his field, having studied media, music, and religion in undergrad and sociology in grad school.

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Joe Maag

Front-end Developer

Theme Architect

Avid Biker

jmaag@rapiddg.com

Joe specializes in responsive design and Drupal theme implementations. Joe is a web design and development veteran with many Drupal implementations to his credit.

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Haley Troyer

UX Lead

Front-end Expert

Hedgie Whisperer

htroyer@rapiddg.com

Haley is a CPACC-certified front-end designer/developer with a background in graphic design. She is a conceptual thinker who enjoys planning and designing beautiful and intuitive user experiences from responsive websites to mobile and web applications. Haley enjoys learning new things and actively works to expand her knowledge of web development.

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Ashley Helminiak

Accessibility Lead

Theme Whiz

Music Jammer

ahelminiak@rapiddg.com

Ashley is a CPACC and WAS-certified front-end designer/developer with a diverse background in graphic design, digital accessibility and strategic planning. She has experience working with both Drupal and WordPress CMS frameworks. Ashley is always trying to see the bigger picture and look at problems from every possible angle to come up with the best people-oriented solutions.

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Benjamin Braker

Developer

Laravel Expert

D & D Master

bbraker@rapiddg.com

Benjamin is an inquisitive computer science graduate who loves figuring out how things work. He has experience in several different programming environments and seeks to bring that knowledge into the world of web development. Benjamin specializes in site infrastructure, database architecture, and the business logic that drives modern web applications.

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Lisa Gilewski

Director of Operations

Planning Coordinator

HDVCH Volunteer

lgilewski@rapiddg.com

Lisa has over twenty years experience in account management and leading successful project teams. Her client list includes Spectrum Health, Spectrum Health Innovations, Dow Chemical, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Terryberry, Rodney Strong Vineyards and smaller non profits. She loves a strong latte, strategic planning and travel.

Frank Holub

Developer

Site Builder

Mountain Man

fholub@rapiddg.com

Frank is a web developer with experience in Drupal site building, project management, theme implementation, and WebOps management. He also has experience with WordPress and ReactJS. Frank is happiest when he’s learning something new. He enjoys sci-fi/fantasy novels, hiking, and a good glass of whiskey.

Riley Rittenhouse

UX Designer

Visual Communicator

Bookworm

rrittenhouse@rapiddg.com

Riley is a CPACC-certified front-end developer with a background in graphic design. She loves being able to apply design thinking to create impactful, user-centered experiences. She enjoys reading, art, and learning new things.

Dan Billingsley

Senior Developer

Full-stack Master

Eclectic Participant

dbillingsley@rapiddg.com

In the past, he has mostly been a senior developer on corporate .NET applications, but in recent years has transitioned increasingly to PHP frameworks like Drupal and Laravel. His broad background gives him a holistic approach to application development, considering all things from database architecture to user experience excellence. Dan may show up just about anywhere in his off time, but he’s most likely wandering the national forest on foot or some scenic drive on a motorcycle.

Chase DeVries

Developer

Algorithm Designer

Mogul Master

cdevries@rapiddg.com

Chase is a web developer with experience implementing rich user interfaces, developing React applications, and being a team player. When he's not building websites, traveling, or skiing you'll likely find Chase tinkering with his keyboard, car, or 3d printer.

Megan James

UX Designer

Purposeful Designer

Water Bug

mjames@rapiddg.com

Megan enjoys solving problems through purposeful and creative design. In her free time, she likes to be outdoors, travel, and spend time with friends and family.

Dan Davis-Boxleitner

Senior Developer

Drupal Expert

Surf Guitarist

ddavis@rapiddg.com

Dan discovered coding at a young age and quickly developed a passion for the work. Today he focuses on Drupal and React, building advanced and cost-effective solutions for businesses of all sizes. Away from work, Dan trains in martial arts, is a runner, skateboards and snowboards.

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We have many experts on our team willing to share their knowledge. You're welcome.

Introducing Rapid Development Group

We have many experts on our team willing to share their knowledge.
You're welcome.