Kim Whittaker
President
Kim Whittaker, President of FNTS since 2017, is a visionary leader in emerging tech and managed services. With a passion for customer experience and diversity in tech, she champions innovation, mentorship, and long-term client partnerships.
Ken Marr
Chief Technology Officer
Ken Marr, CTO of FNTS, brings 25+ years of experience in IT strategy, software engineering, and digital transformation. He drives innovation and scalable solutions, ensuring clients stay ahead of change. Ken enjoys family time, travel, and outdoor adventures.
Don Pecha
Chief Information Security Officer
Don Pecha, CISO at FNTS, brings 25 years of experience in cybersecurity, risk mitigation, and compliance. A Certified CISO and Ethical Hacker, he delivers tailored security strategies and enjoys hiking, sailing, skiing, and community involvement in Nebraska.
Mike Walenta
Chief Financial Officer
Mike Walenta, CFO at FNTS, brings 30+ years of financial leadership, driving strategic planning and cost-effective IT solutions. He also serves as VP of Finance for FNBO. Mike enjoys running, baseball, and the performing arts in his free time.
Dan Chicoine
VP of Marketing
Dan Chicoine, VP of Marketing at FNTS, leads strategy, branding, and partnerships with Microsoft, VMware, and Dell EMC. With 20+ years in marketing, he brings experience from startups to Fortune 500s. Dan enjoys sports, concerts, lake life, and golf.
John Downey
VP of Sales
John Downey, VP of Sales at FNTS, brings 20+ years of leadership from IBM, Kyndryl, and Ensono. He drives growth through innovative go-to-market strategies and client partnerships. Outside of work, John enjoys scuba diving, fishing, and international travel with his family.
Jim Cannon
Senior Manager of Sales & Software
Jim Cannon, Senior Manager of Sales & Software Sales at FNTS, helps clients optimize software investments and adopt new solutions. With 24 years at IBM, he brings deep expertise in licensing, consulting, and partner ecosystems. Jim enjoys family, faith, and Kansas City sports.
Mike Chamberlain
Principle Solutions Architect
Mike Chamberlain, Principal Solutions Architect at FNTS, designs backend and cloud solutions that align with client goals. With 30+ years of IT experience and certifications in VMware and Azure, he brings a consultative, problem-solving approach. Mike enjoys hiking and cheering on the Eagles.
Scott Huber
Senior Manager of Network Engineering
Scott Huber, Senior Manager of Network Engineering at FNTS, brings 25 years of IT leadership across regulated industries. He leads a high-performing team delivering cloud network solutions and excels at translating tech into business value. Scott enjoys motorcycles and family time.
Jenni Jackman
Senior Manager of Systems Engineering & Operations
Jenni Jackman, Senior Manager of Systems Engineering and Operations at FNTS, leads high-performing teams to ensure cloud platform stability and compliance. With expertise in client integrations, data center projects, and global team management, she drives seamless transitions and operational excellence across public and private clouds.
Chris Sparks
Senior Director of Finance
Chris Sparks, Senior Director of Finance at FNTS, drives growth through strategic planning, financial modeling, and data analytics. With experience in banking, IT finance, and teaching, he supports clients and teams alike. Chris serves on local boards and enjoys coaching soccer and playing guitar.
Keith Zblewski
Manager of IBM Business Development & Offerings
Keith Zblewski, Business Development and Offering Manager at FNTS, helps clients modernize IBM Power and Cloud environments. With 25+ years of IBM expertise, he guides cloud transitions and solves IT challenges. Keith enjoys traveling and planning mountain or coastal adventures.
