Life At Conifer

We care deeply about our customers and the quality of service we provide to them. We have grown our company in our hometowns of Groveland and Sonora since 2008, and our first customers were family, neighbors, our old school teachers, and friends. As word has spread about what we do and the access we offer, our number of customers and new friends has grown. It is our goal to give our customers the best and fastest internet connection possible using top technology. We do so with a friendly smile and a neighborly wave.

Meet the team.

David H

President

El Jefe, the boss man, head janitor, Mr. Contractor, or just "hey you". Call him anything but Dave! He's our fearless leader. While he likes to stay behind the scenes making sure everything is running smooth; we thank him for always being the first one at work and the last one to call it a night. Outside of work, you can find him... working. Still. On other things like: watering with the dogs, inventing something new, or just pondering life over a quick cup of coffee.

Sonja H

Director of Company Development

We still aren't sure exactly what Sonja does around here (because it's so much), but we know that she keeps things going. You may have spoken to her on the phone, met her at an event, or just seen her name at the bottom of an email. In her off time she's a winemaker and on the boards of a few non-profits. She's in her happy place when surrounded by friends, family, food, and wine.

Jason N

Network Engineer/ Vice President

As our tech lead and network engineer, Jason is often thinking outside the box (contrary to visual evidence) to find a way to service even the most remote locations. In fact, he was the one who brought the Conifer idea to life. When he is not typing away on a laptop, he leaves technology behind and heads out to the toughest trails to run his jeep through rugged rivers and over big rocks.

Alex M

Customer Service

We are so happy to have Alex back with us. As the first woman to brave the office, she uses all of her knowledge when we have her with us each morning. And we happy to share her with her adorable son in the afternoons. Alex is a big Disney and Harry Potter fan who has helped keep the joy in our office for years.

Chris E

Technician/Graphic Designer

Chris, the renaissance man of Conifer—Both a technician and an artist. He makes beautiful wire runs and does all of our print design. If you've ever admired our vehicles, newspaper ad, or shirt design, we have Chris to thank. When not behind his computer, you can find him out Jeeping with Jason, or under a pair of headphones enjoying some classic vinyl.

Danielle R

SA Office Manager

Working out of our San Andreas Office, Danielle is our customer service Guru, packing a background in banking she keeps us in line on privacy & security , with a homestyle friendly personality, She works hard to ensure the satisfaction of our customers while also being a support system for her peers. She is a proud mamma of one and on her off time, you can find this savage out on the softball field or playing Mario Kart!

Gwen H

Owner

She's the mom to us all, keeping us in cookies and goodies. Her "real" job at the company keeping up on the mail, bills, and banking in the corporate office. If you see her around town in her Conifer jeep and have questions, just ask away! She says she's not a techie at all (and that's true) but she is proud of the team and will tell you all about the good work the techs do.

Hannah S

Calendar Coordinator

She's a trained EMT who keeps it real and makes everything as nice and healthy (as possible) with our schedules. Her dry wit keeps everyone on their toes and in stitches. She loves her dog Bandit and Covid has her deeply missing vacations and travel.

Jake M

Technician/Climber

Our second certified tower instructor and our newest dad, he can be found on the weekends chilling on the porch with his son or rocking out with his band. He's something of a car guy and can be found holding his head in just that way, listening for an odd sound in an engine. During the week, he's up on towers, roofs, or any other high point to get that perfect signal.

Jeromey N

Technician/Lead Climber

A certified tower instructor who knows how to get things done. Although he has a serious position, he still knows how to have fun. This selfie star keeps us all up to date with the best pictures of customer pets, tower vistas, and new funny faces that his kids have taught him. A true family man, Jerm has been caught sneaking his wife a kiss on the cheek, taking naps with his baby girl, and teaching his son to fish, climb trees, or the best martial arts moves he knows.

Austin

Technician

Born and raised in Calaveras County, Austin is dedicated to serving his community. A reliable and honest guy who is always learning, Austin enjoys expanding his skill set. With multiple hobbies outside of work like wrenching on his classic truck collection, blacksmithing, and camping with his family, Austin is never sitting still. For Austin, the best part of working at Conifer is meeting new people and working outdoors.

Jim M

Technician

(AKA Jim Ventura Internet Detective)! Jim is the man who keeps us on our toes with his humor and great laugh. He's a wonderful father and husband who can be found telling stories of the big fish he caught over the weekend. If you see him driving the van around Groveland, wave and say, "Hi"!

Kendra B

Customer Service

Kendra works out of our Groveland office. She and her husband have 3 crazy kids, 2 Dobermans, and 2 wacky chickens to keep them busy. She's an Army vet of 6 years who was born in the Bay Area, grew up in Southern Oregon, and has now put down roots in Tuo. Co.

Josh P

Technician

This is Josh (P), a Conifer Technician and one of our new tower climbers! He's digging the new tech skills he has gained and has done great learning the ropes (literally). We think he has caught the off-roading bug as he was showing us his cool new shocks and loves working on his truck. Out of the office, he can be found hanging out with his lovely family and enjoying the seasons with snowboarding in the winter and going to the lake in the summer.

Josh W

Tower Construction

Josh (W) is the newest member of our Conifer Tower team; he helps to put metal in the sky! Growing up in Columbia he, like many of us, became an outdoor enthusiast. Josh is also a partner in Sweetwater Farm & Ranch Co. who specializes in artisan pork products. He’s the proud papa of 3 kiddos and can be found in his down-time enjoying hiking, fishing, and other fun activities with his family.

Owen E

Tower Construction

Owen is a member of our tower team, who works hard to get steel in the air! He works to keep the towers safe and secure. At home you can find Owen and his sons out working in their big garden growing delicious veggies. But- don't let him fool you, the boys still say their favorite food is pizza!

Chris

Technician/Networking

After his time in the Navy Chris applied for Conifer because it was the same job he fulfilled while he was enlisted. Chris is a fifth-generation Calaveras native who is an outdoor enthusiast and can always be found with his lovely wife and 3 kids. Chris is always willing to go on an adventure and show his family something new. Whether it’s hiking, fishing, or hunting the woods is where he feels he belongs.

Stefan K

Technician/Networking

He's the man that finds the fixes for the issues that leave the rest of us scratching our heads. He clears and reviews trouble tickets, keeps the network humming, and can be found out and about on an installation team. He has the cutest dog, too! Oh, and we hear he's a great cook, or at least the food looks delicious in those Instagram pics!

Chelsea

Customer Service

Chelsea is originally from Murphys and has now settled in Mountain Ranch with her husband and 3 pups, after living all across the country. When not working she is usually making jewelry, painting, reading, looking for crystals or watching tv, and just hanging out with her fur babies.