People Simplifying Technology

Who Is Evolving Solutions?

Evolving Solutions is a technology solutions provider that helps clients modernize and automate their mission-critical applications and infrastructure to support business transformation.

Our business is client-centric consulting and delivery of technical solutions to enable modern operations in a hybrid cloud world.

Our Core Focus

Who we are

People simplifying technology

Our Passion

Creating enduring relationships

Our Promise

Done right, every time

Our Leaders

Jaime Gmach

Chief Executive Officer

Jaime Gmach

Chief Executive Officer

Evolving Solutions, Inc. & Keyva, Inc.
[email protected] | 612-859-5000 (c) | 763-516-6502 (o)
linkedin.com/in/jaimegmach | twitter.com/jjgmach

Jaime Gmach co-founded Evolving Solutions almost 25 years ago and continues to lead the company today as its  CEO. Together with the extended Evolving Solutions team, Jaime has built the company into a leading technology solution provider focused on helping enterprise clients modernize and automate their mission-critical infrastructure to support digital transformation.  He represents the organization externally on several vendor and partner Advisory Councils.

In conjunction with a continued focus on the delivery of modern infrastructure solutions, Evolving Solutions is investing in the development of new and innovative business practices to support clients’ success on their journey toward a hybrid cloud operating model.

In addition to Evolving Solutions, Jaime founded Keyva, a services organization focused on cloud automation, orchestration and DevOps in 2018.

One of Jaime’s true passions in life is giving back to the communities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. He has led multiple Evolving Solutions and Keyva philanthropic initiatives in which the companies provided technology, financial and labor support to charitable organizations throughout the region.

Bo L. Gebbie

President

Bo L. Gebbie

President

Evolving Solutions, Inc.
bo.g@evolvingsol.com | 402-968-5005 (c) | 763-516-6542 (o)
linkedin.com/in/bogebbie | twitter.com/BoGebbie

Bo Gebbie was appointed president of Evolving Solutions in August 2021. In this role, Bo is responsible for the P&L and daily operations of the company. Bo joined Evolving Solutions in January 2017 as the Vice President of Sales, Services and Marketing. He is a member of the Executive and Management Teams and represents the organization externally on several vendor and partner Advisory Councils.

Bo and team develop the quarterly and annual sales strategies/targets, services offerings, marketing programs and cross-team KPIs.  Additionally, Bo leads senior level relationships with key principals at clients, manufacturers, and other technology organizations.

Before joining Evolving Solutions, Bo was an IBM executive, serving last as Vice President of Server Solution Sales, North America.  In that role, he had sales and profit responsibility for a $3B portfolio across IBM’s Power Systems, Mainframe, and Server Linux brands.  Prior to that, Bo was the Business Unit Executive, Power Systems Sales, North America.

Bo served on the IBM Systems Worldwide Transformation Advisory Council, North America “Think” strategy team, IBM Systems Change Agents Task Force and was a member of the IBM Faculty.  Annually, he served as the executive sponsor for several New Seller Journey cohorts within IBM’s Global Sales School program.

Bo has a finance degree from the University of Evansville and an MBA from Creighton University.  He is the president of the board of Nebraska HOBY Youth Leadership, chairperson of the University of Evansville Board of Visitors, and chairperson of the donor development committee of the Educational Foundation Board of Lambda Chi Alpha.  Bo has previously served as the Treasurer of Hanscom Park Church and as a facilitator for Junior Achievement, Impact Leadership, and Campus Speak.

Michael Downs

Chief Technology Officer

Michael Downs

Chief Technology Officer

Michael joined Evolving Solutions in 2014 to develop solutions for our clients across hardware and software, both on and off premise. For more than 20 years, he has created architecture—including hybrid cloud, high performance computing, integration, automation, and end user computing—to solve complex business problems. His broad technology, business, and industry experience provides valuable perspective to our clients working to implement innovative technologies that support their success.

As chief technology officer, Michael leads our team of experts focused on helping clients solve their most challenging problems. He is constantly evaluating emerging technologies and sharing that information with Evolving Solutions’ technical teams so they can better help clients address their business challenges.

 

Kory Kutchmarek

Chief Financial Officer

Kory Kutchmarek

Chief Financial Officer

Kory Kutchmarek was appointed the Chief Financial Officer for Evolving Solutions in 2023. He is responsible for operations, human resources, legal, and all financial components of the company, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, treasury, tax, risk management, and internal audit.  

Kory brings more than 17 years of experience to his role and has established a proven record of shaping financial strategy to position organizational resources for meaningful growth. Prior to joining the company, Kory served as the Chief Financial Officer of The Barcode Group, a Minneapolis-based consumer brand agency. He previously held finance, investment, and accounting leadership positions with The Sierra Company, Tonka Bay Equity Partners, and Ernst & Young.  

Kory holds a degree in accounting from The College of St. Scholastica and he is a is a CPA (inactive). He lives in Plymouth, Minnesota, with his wife and three children and enjoys playing hockey and golf. 

Susanna Woods

Chief Growth Officer

Susanna Woods

Chief Growth Officer

Evolving Solutions, Inc.
[email protected] | 763-232-2888 (c)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanna-woods-53467b1/

Susanna Woods was appointed Chief Growth Officer of Evolving Solutions in January 2022.  She is responsible for driving growth and integration amongst the company’s sales, marketing, services, and practice areas. Susanna joined Evolving Solutions in 2018 as Director of Sales. She is a member of the Executive and Management Teams and represents the organization externally on several vendor and partner Advisory Councils.

Prior to joining Evolving Solutions, Susanna was an IBM Executive serving as the Director of Commercial Sales where she was responsible for sales for IBM’s Distribution clients across the organization’s entire portfolio. Before that, she served in a variety of marketing, sales, and leadership roles in the technology industry.

Susanna is passionate about developing next-generation talent. She is a formal mentor to many early-career professionals and is an active volunteer through Genesys Works.

She holds a degree in finance and accounting from the University of Johannesburg and grew up in South Africa. Susanna is married with three children and lives in Medina, MN.

Edward Anderson

Director of Sales

Edward Anderson

Director of Sales

Evolving Solutions, Inc.
[email protected] | 402-670-9260 (c) |
https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwardaanderson/

Edward (Ed) Anderson joined Evolving Solutions in January of 2022 as Director of Sales.  In this role, Ed is responsible for developing and executing sales strategies, achieving the company’s revenue and profit objectives, and leading a talented team of client-facing sales executives.

Prior to joining Evolving Solutions, Ed served in a variety of leadership, global market development, sales, and operational roles at IBM, NRC Health, and GE Healthcare.  Ed has developed deep expertise in the financial services, distribution, industrial, and healthcare markets over the past 20 years.

Ed and his wife Sarah have two children, Carman, and Beckett, and reside in Omaha, Nebraska.  He spends time coaching his children in basketball and baseball.

Jason Blake

Director of Service Delivery

Jason Blake

Director of Service Delivery

Jason, director of service delivery, joined Evolving Solutions in 2020 and brings more than 20 years of technology experience to the organization. He is responsible for all consulting and professional services engagements with our clients. Jason’s team has a wide background of experience across hybrid cloud, data center, and software solutions.

Prior to joining Evolving Solutions, Jason held other engineering and services leadership roles at leading technology organizations. He brings a deep knowledge of offering management, service delivery, strategy, and technology transformation.

Jason graduated with a degree in management information systems from Pennsylvania State University. In his free time, Jason is an avid cyclist, homebrewer, and pitmaster. He lives in Excelsior, MN, with his wife, son, and two Labrador retrievers.

Heather Doughty

Director of Human Resources

Heather Doughty

Director of Human Resources

Heather Doughty joined Evolving Solutions in June 2016 as the HR manager with 15 years of experience in the IT industry. As the director of HR, Heather is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, performance management, employee engagement, benefits administration, compliance and policy development, and supporting employee wellness.

Before joining Evolving Solutions, Heather started her career as a technical recruiter and developed in various HR roles—most recently, the director of HR at Viking Engineering. Heather graduated from St. Cloud State University with a Bachelor of Science. She is an active member of SHRM and the Minnesota High Tech Association.

Kelly Hirner

Director of Marketing

Kelly Hirner

Director of Marketing

Director of Marketing
Evolving Solutions, Inc.
[email protected] | 952-820-5810 (c)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-hirner/

Kelly Hirner is Director of Marketing for Evolving Solutions. In this role, she is responsible for the marketing and communications strategies that advance the Evolving Solutions brand, engage clients and partners, and contribute to the company’s growth.

Kelly has over 20 years of technology and IT services experience across a variety of marketing and communication management and leadership roles. Prior to joining Evolving Solutions, she served as the Senior Director of Client Marketing for Gainwell Technologies, where she co-led the launch of the healthcare IT company’s brand and oversaw client marketing programs and strategies.

Kelly graduated from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities with a degree in Journalism. She lives in Shorewood, MN, with her husband and son.

Alissa Onell

Director of Revenue Operations

Alissa Onell

Director of Revenue Operations

Alissa Onell was appointed the Director of Revenue Operations for Evolving Solutions in January 2024. In this new role, Alissa is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and overseeing the operational activities of the company. She is instrumental in developing and implementing operational systems, tools, and processes across departments that will scale the company’s continued growth.

Alissa joined Evolving Solutions in 2018 as the Controller. During this time, she has implemented a new financial and accounting system, modernized financial policies and procedures, and teamed with the sales team on deal structuring.

Alissa has over 20 years of experience in accounting, operations, and logistics. Prior to joining Evolving Solutions, she held leadership positions at several software companies ranging from start-ups to well-established organizations. Her work is fueled by a genuine passion for organizational improvement and developing people and processes.

Alissa holds a degree in accounting and management from The College of St. Scholastica.

Tony Peters

Practice Director for Networking

Tony Peters

Practice Director for Networking

Tony Peters is the Practice Director for the Network and Network Security division at Evolving Solutions. In this role, Tony is responsible for leading a team of highly skilled networking professionals. He also defines the practice strategy and oversees the delivery of best-in-class networking solutions to our clients.

Tony joined Evolving Solutions in 2021. He brings more than 21 years of experience leading the design, testing, implementation, and maintenance of large-scale enterprise networks as well as information security.

Prior to joining Evolving Solutions, Tony was a Senior Solutions Architect with Cisco. He supported a diverse large enterprise client base adopt leading classic and emerging SDN technologies and hybrid cloud solutions.

Tony is married with six children. He children and lives northeast of the Twin Cities where he is active in coaching youth sports. He also enjoys beekeeping, hunting and fishing in his free time.

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