Catherine Ripley founded Symplicity Communications in 2007 to help people avoid misleading sales practices during telecom purchases. By bringing respect, clarity and flexibility to the process, Symplicity Communications helps clients find peace of mind in a complex market. Her Midwestern values drive how she does business and selects the team that makes Symplicity special. Catherine possesses a great love for this industry and serves as a board member for Inforum Michigan’s TechnologyNEXT program for women in technology.

Curious and creative. Entrepreneur, community builder, connector, teacher, coach, publisher, father, historic building renovator and landlord.

Craig Diggs is the Director of Information Technology at Fresh Thyme Market, bringing nearly two decades of leadership experience in aligning technology strategies with business goals to drive innovation and efficiency.

Della Pretzer is the Senior Regional Partner Manager at RingCentral, where she focuses on recruiting, training, and supporting high-performing channel partners in the Michigan and Eastern Canadian markets.

Doug Seites is the Director of Marketing at Symplicity Communications and co-host of the "Symplicity Conversations" podcast. He brings a background in collegiate athletics and strategic marketing leadership.

Jan Wangler is the Director of Training and Recruiting at La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries of Northeast Ohio, where he leads talent development and hiring strategies across the organization. Based in Brecksville, Ohio, Jan brings extensive experience in workforce training and recruitment within the retail sector.

Jessica Reilly is the Manager of Customer Success at Symplicity Communications. With 15 years in stage and event management, she brings a unique blend of creativity and operational expertise to her role, focusing on client satisfaction and team empowerment.

Margi Shaw is the CEO of Nitel, bringing over 30 years of experience in technology and leadership. Her background includes executive roles at First Communications and CIMCO Communications. Margi's leadership style is influenced by her practice as a certified yoga instructor, emphasizing discipline and balance.

Nick Stevenson is a Technical Account Manager and Business Development professional at Symplicity Communications. With a background as a performing musician, he brings creativity and a relationship-focused approach to client engagement. Nick also shares his insights on the "Symplicity Conversations" podcast, exploring the intersection of business, culture, and technology.

Rachel Gorman is the President and CEO of the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce and serves as a Commissioner At-Large for the City of Muskegon. A passionate advocate for community development, she is dedicated to fostering inclusive economic growth and empowering future leaders through mentorship.

Victor Zuniga is the Senior Vice President of Government Contracting at Symplicity Communications. A military veteran and tech advocate, he helps businesses navigate public sector procurement.