Darren has been developing innovative real-time messaging systems for over 30 years, consulting across a wide spectrum of industries. Darren has a broad set of skills and experience across software development disciplines. He is an accomplished Chief Architect and a proficient C++ / Java developer. Darren co-founded Avato in 2013 and has lead the development of the company’s key products.

John’s background spans 35+ years in the BC tech community with key focal points being consulting engineering, international channel management and C-level executive management (COO and CEO). His career includes deep experience in SaaS, hardware/ software & systems as well as big enterprise applications, and he has successfully used a variety of sophisticated routes to market.

Alannah Sinclaire, Engr., MSc., PMP, co-founded Avato in 2013. She has spent over 20 years in project management, business and system analysis, systems design and implementation. Alannah has built and managed highly-collaborative teams, delivered complex solutions and developed effective partnership with clients and stakeholders. She has a master in Radio Engineering and Computer Science from Belarus State University.

Craig has over 25 years of experience in infrastructure architecture, spanning the financial, healthcare, and insurance sectors. He has previously held senior-level positions at Telus, Pacific Blue Cross, ICBC, and Richmond Savings Credit Union. Among many professional accomplishments, Craig designed and implemented the infrastructure for Canada's first SAN-based, distributed systems core banking platform.