As part of our ongoing 30-year anniversary series, we’ve looked back at our origin story and the vision that drives us. In Part 1, we shared how Stimulus Technologies got its start—and in Part 2, CEO Nathan Whittacre reflected on growth, mindset, and what it takes to keep evolving.
In this third piece, we’re highlighting the voices of the people who built Stimulus alongside that vision. What has changed, what has stayed the same, and what it really means to work at a company that’s lasted—and lasted well—for three decades.
30 Years of Innovation and Integrity
Thirty years in business isn’t just a milestone—it’s a testament to adaptability and values-driven growth. To celebrate this achievement, we hosted a special roundtable conversation with team members who have shaped Stimulus Technologies through decades of change. One message echoed throughout:
Tools change. People evolve. Our core values remain.
Then vs. Now: From Break-Fix to Proactive IT Services
Stimulus Technologies launched when managed services were still a new concept. We’ve grown from reactive support to structured, proactive IT solutions that prevent problems before they start.
"Back when I started, we were definitely much smaller. I used to call it organized chaos. But we got things done. What hasn’t changed is our commitment to doing the right thing and taking ownership of problems. That mindset has always been core to who we are."
— Brian Alwood, MSP Manager
Resilience in Times of Uncertainty
When faced with the unexpected—like global lockdowns—our response was swift: keep clients connected and operational.
"No challenge is ever too big for us not to try. Even when it seems too hard, it’s not. We dive in, figure it out, and always come up for air."
— Taryn Copeland, Process Development Manager
Trust That Grows with You
Growth also comes through trust. When Kaid Whipple joined via acquisition, he brought clients who had relied on him for years.
"I saw an opportunity with a company that stood behind what they said. When you gave your word, you did everything in your power to fulfill it. That trust made it clear Stimulus was the right place for me and for my clients."
— Kaid Whipple, Professional Services Manager
Marketing Gets a Voice
Stimulus’ growth has opened unexpected doors—even for seasoned professionals like Sherry Lipp.
"Probably this podcast. I never thought I’d be hosting one. It’s exciting to see how much we’ve grown and how much opportunity there is to learn and expand."
— Sherry Lipp, Marketing Manager
She also reflected on her first day—no desk, no computer, just people pitching in to get things done. That scrappy, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude is still very much alive today.
From a Garage to a National IT Partner
Our story began in a garage—with a mission to build technology that improves real work and real lives.
"The company culture we have developed over 30 years still reminds me of working in my brother’s garage. It’s about doing the right things for people and producing technology that really impacts lives."
— Nathan Whittacre, CEO and Founder
Why It Still Matters
Clients count on us when minutes matter. Employees count on each other in moments of uncertainty. Communities count on consistent service and integrity. Thirty years in, the promise holds:
Be proactive.
Be accountable.
Be human.
Watch or Listen to the Full Roundtable
This special episode of Stimulus Tech Talk is filled with insight, laughter, and powerful lessons from the team that helped build us.
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