Be limitless.
Who we are and where we're going.
Vision
We believe you are limitless. Metwork is an exploration of that potential. We believe all professions can be elevated to artistry. We believe in refinement through practice and enrichment through collaboration. Metwork is the intersection of individual potential and exponential possibility.
Mission
Built for professional development and personal evolution, Metwork is where referrals are made, opportunities arise, and mentors meet the inheritors of knowledge. We believe in the power of the collective, the importance of inclusive teams, the wisdom of experience, and the hunger of the novice.
History
Throughout his 40 years as a lawyer, Tom Metier impacted the legal community, and in 2021, he decided to make an even more significant impact. He saw a need for a better way to foster a legal community, make meaningful relationships, and empower lawyers to define their lives and careers. Together with his son, Jack, they created the idea for a platform that would come to be known as Metwork.
Since the initial idea, Metwork has taken shape with the help of the legal community. Tom and Jack met with lawyers from different fields of law and experience levels to fully understand the challenges across the community. Under the working name, Codename: Giraffe, the software was first previewed in 2022 at the American Association of Justice’s (AAJ) July conference in Seattle, where it received early praise and insightful feedback. The Metwork team continued to refine the software and debuted the live beta in early 2023 at another AAJ conference to even more positive feedback.
With every sign-up and each new feature, our history grows. We’re excited to see Metwork and the legal community reach limitless heights together.
Meet the Team
We believe that through meaningful connections, sharing of wisdom, and the strength of diversity, you are limitless. That belief extends beyond our software and into our virtual office. Our team is comprised of experts from across all walks of life and industries working together to create software that will revolutionize the legal community.
We are artists, geeks, musicians, athletes, and lovers of movies and music. We are collaborative, innovative, and passionate about our work. We are Metwork, and we believe you are limitless.
Tom Metier (he/him)
Co-founder
The spark that started Metwork came from Tom, his lawyer experience, and his desire to give back to the legal community. Tom’s legal career spans over 40 years. He graduated from the University of Iowa College of Law in 1981 and opened Metier Law Firm, LLC in 1986 (which since has expanded to five states). He’s triple-board certified, a founding faculty member for the Trial Lawyers College, and served as president and on committees for multiple legal associations and groups. He has many, many notable accomplishments, including the Kenneth Norman Kripke Lifetime Achievement Award (2014), given by the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association. Tom’s vision for Metwork grew from wanting to give back to the legal community.
Jack Metier (he/him)
CEO and Co-founder
Jack is the heart of Metwork. From an early age, he loved the arts, which led him to attend the University of Colorado, where he studied film and found a passion for documentary filmmaking. He traveled the world, camera in hand, filming documentaries and meeting people. In 2010, Jack moved back to Colorado, where he used his storytelling skills to create settlement documentaries for lawyers across the country. His work dovetailed with his father’s vision, and they co-founded Metwork. Jack’s eye for detail, deep understanding of the human side of the legal field, and creative spirit inspire everyone at Metwork.
Chris Matney (he/him)
COO
As the Chief Operations Officer, Chris ensures everything at Metwork runs smoothly. His tech experience spans over 35 years. Starting in programming and support, he grew into building software and hardware tech companies. He’s taken six start-ups through funding, development and liquidity, three of which he founded. In addition, Chris has consulted for more than 200 companies and published over 100 technical articles and books. On top of all his other accomplishments, he still found time to be a book publisher (Trapdoor Books), released gaming software (Trapdoor Technologies), and commercialized a scientific hardware company (S4 Mobile Laboratories). When not conquering the tech world, Chris is an avid gamer, reader, and music lover.
Tara Lee (she/her)
Major Account Manager
Tara’s deep understanding of how vital connections are to the legal field comes from over 10 years of experience working in various roles in the industry. Most recently, Tara brought her talents to the American Association for Justice (AAJ), working as a Membership Manager to recruit and retain attorney members. Prior to joining AAJ, she worked as Deputy Director for a Texas consumer advocacy organization and as an Office Manager for a personal injury law firm. Each position helped to shape Tara’s insight into the life and challenges of the legal community. When she's not building the Metwork community, you can likely find Tara in her garden creating succulent and cactus arrangements, working a crossword puzzle on her patio, or enjoying Austin's bustling music scene. Tara also loves traveling, sports, and exploring the great outdoors.
Robby Daniels (he/him)
Major Account Manager
Robby firmly believes that sales is about personal connections and fostering strong relationships, which convinced him to join the Metwork team. He spent 14 impactful years at the American Association for Justice (AAJ) and a decade in the hospitality sector before starting at Metwork. When not working, you'll find Robby hiking throughout the Blue Ridge Mountains with his wife and two Golden Retrievers, Dolly & Wilson, or checking out the vibrant music scene in Asheville, NC. His hospitality roots have fueled a love for travel and exploring new cultures. Whether it's through hiking, music, or connecting with people from different walks of life, Robby is all about creating meaningful experiences. He can't wait to connect with you!
Will Osolinsky (he/him)
Head of Sales & Marketing
Will has been a nomad since before it was cool. He has worked across a broad range of industries in multiple countries contributing to business-building efforts for startups, non-profits, private equity, and large corporations. Will played division 1 college football while earning his MBA and later served as an economic development advisor in the Peace Corps. He brings a user-centric approach to Metwork, helping to align product and marketing. His favorite past times are freediving, screenwriting, cartooning, hiking/camping, and trying every new food that crosses his plate.
Dania (she/her)
Head of Product & Technology
A gym rat who knows her way around a tech stack, Dania is a former engineer turned Project Manager. She’s brought her talents to many fun companies in various roles that helped shape her into the stellar project manager she is today. Dania gained insight into the day-to-day of development while working as a software engineer for MailChimp, IBM, and Salesforce and honed her project manager skills at Gopuff and Salesforce. Her passion lies in building community and creating safe and equitable spaces in technology. When not working, she’s traveling (she particularly loves the beach), taking cooking classes, or lifting with friends.
Benjamin Monlezun
Product Manager
Benjamin comes to Metwork by way of 15 years of self-discovered UX. Before joining the team, Benjamin honed his UX skills, working in games and toys, health insurance, and agency work. He also started a couple of companies when living in Colorado – a mountain wireless broadband company and a digital service to track lending or borrowing. Benjamin is originally from Louisiana, coming from a typical southern extended family of about 100 or so members. In his free time, he plays guitar, reads and collects books like a fiend, and plays board or card games whenever friends are around his table. He also has the pleasure of having the bestest, cutest corgi on the face of ever.
Kris Guadarrama (he/him)
Lead Product Designer
With 20 years of crafting award-winning interactive experiences and 16 years in top-notch agencies, Kris is our Lead Product Designer extraordinaire. As a pixel perfectionist, they infuse every project with meticulous detail. Off-duty, Kris is a gourmet maestro in the kitchen, a mixologist of adventurous cocktails, a gaming enthusiast, and a muscle car aficionado. Beyond pixels, their heart beats for mission-driven companies that make a positive impact. Join Kris on a journey where design meets passion, creating seamless and visually stunning experiences that leave a lasting impression.
HT (he/him/they)
Product Designer
HT refers to himself as a jack of all trades, while everyone here refers to him as extraordinary. For as long as he can remember, HT has loved art and design. It doesn’t matter whether it’s drawing, sewing, screen printing, or interior design; his joy is in creation. Aesthetics rule his life, and he spends every day in “all things design.” His journey to UI/UX Design started with a recommendation from a long-term friend, and he immediately felt right at home in the world of user experience and interface. When he’s not at his computer designing, HT can be found skateboarding, playing frisbee with his dog, Scooby, or simply enjoying the outdoors. An avid guitarist for nearly 20 years, his love for design is matched only by his love of playing live shows.
Eric Armstrong (he/him)
Lead Programmer
Eric’s interest in computer programming started at the age of 12. He turned that passion into a profession lasting over 25 years. Before joining Metwork, Eric brought his expertise to a variety of companies, each one with unique challenges and goals. Just a few highlights–he rebuilt a training management system from a desktop to a web-based application for TRACOM group, helped to build an interactive ride for Idryonis Studios, helped to develop and release a mobile football game for One Room Schoolhouse, and architected, designed, and ran lead on the development of a notifications system for DHI Group Inc.. Outside work, Eric is a lifelong gamer who lives in southern Colorado's mountains on 61 wooded acres, where he raises chickens, ducks, quail, turkeys, and rabbits.
Michael Menard (he/him)
Senior Software Engineer
To say Michael is enthusiastic about web and web technologies would be an understatement–he can easily nerd out over memes and web culture for hours. He is passionate about distributed systems and seeing large-scale apps comprising many small parts work together to perform tasks. Out of college, he joined the healthcare company Recondo, working with teams to improve resource allocation from insurance companies and keep hospitals on top of claims and trends. Michael’s interest in technology continues outside of work. He comes from a long line of craftsmen and carries their tradition on and into the future by melding technology into crafting his own furniture. Michael brings his attention to detail and unique perspective to Metwork, where he works to bring our software to life.
Michael Prechter (he/him)
Senior Software Engineer
Michael began his career by studying Polymer Chemistry at NC State University before realizing he didn’t want to spend his time in a lab. After a life-changing bike trip from Virginia to Oregon, he learned to code and began working as a software developer for an ad agency. He created work for Little Caesars, Samsung, Sherwin-Williams, and more. His favorite project was making web-based games for a non-profit that aims to educate every U.S. high school student about personal finances before they graduate. He brings his love of building elegant and performant frontend applications to Metwork. In his free time, he enjoys riding bikes (and building them, too), DIY projects, bouldering, playing guitar, and shooting pool. He loves learning new skills and is mostly self-taught, and according to him, he also has the best dog in the world, Frankie.
Darrin Long (he/him/dude)
Senior Software Engineer
Darren became interested in software development and programming after 7 years of working in the audio industry as a local sound engineer and guitar tech in the SF Bay Area. He began his IT career in 1999 as a front-end developer, building prototypes and static web pages for a UI/UX company in Silicon Valley. After a couple of years, he started developing backend solutions and has continued to do so ever since. He’s worked for various businesses and applications, including healthcare (Aetna), marketing, and aero-space. He gained a passion for AWS cloud engineering for the past few years, earning his first AWS certification. In 2001, he moved to Colorado and has lived on the Boulder County front range since then. When he’s not working or digging into gaining knowledge and acumen in cloud computing and software development, he is an avid guitar player, builder of guitar pedals, and all-around music enthusiast.
Shay (she/her)
Senior Software Engineer
For 20 years, Shay has been a software engineer, holding consulting and full-time engineering roles. During this time, she’s worked in several industries, including FinTech, Higher Education, the Energy Sector, Government, Telecom, and SaaS and PaaS providers whose core business is software. As a software engineer, Shay has held roles as an architect and a technical lead, in addition to her regular software engineering duties. A leader at heart, Shay enjoys collaborating with her colleagues to solve complex problems and build truly great software. Outside of work, Shay is a licensed pilot who finds incredible joy and peace in the skies above Colorado. She has four kids and enjoys taking them flying, hiking, and swimming. Shay also enjoys cooking, playing guitar, gardening, adventuring, and anything outdoors.
Ryan Welch (he/him)
Senior Software Engineer
Ryan hails from Denver, Colorado and brings along 10 years of development experience. Before joining Metwork, Ryan brought his talents to companies such as Anheuser-Busch, PointCare, Priority Payment Systems, FluentStream, and Native Rank. Always curious, Ryan has a passion for discovering and trying exotic foods from around the world. When he's not coding, he enjoys experimenting with audio setups or building and customizing mechanical keyboards. His approach to both life and work is driven by problem-solving, innovation, and a desire to push boundaries in his craft.
Travis (he/him)
Software Engineer
Educated in philosophy, psychology, and software engineering, Travis brings a unique, holistic approach to Metwork. He first stepped into the computer world at age 12 when he began building PCs and soon after transitioned to coding. Much of Travis’ experience focuses on software aimed at improving quality of life. He worked as a Junior Web Developer and Website Administrator with a non-profit organization to help people suffering from mental illness. He also brought his talents as a software developer to CIC Health, a public benefit organization that aided in COVID testing. When not programming, Travis finds passion in rock climbing, the great outdoors, and volunteering.
James Moore (he/him)
Software Engineer
A Colorado native, James has a passion for technology and helping others. His background in the food industry helped to shape his outgoing and friendly personality. James developed an interest in software principles and coding from a young age, driven by his love for video games and computers. A Western Governors University graduate, he began his professional journey as a software engineer at Dish Network in 2021, concentrating on front-end development to create visually appealing designs. When not working under the Metwork hood, James enjoys playing golf, spending time with his two cats, Nero and Lea, snacking at the nearest spicy chicken joint, hitting the gym, and snowboarding in the winter.
Sidney Buckner (she/her)
Software Engineer
Certified nerdy girl, Sidney began her career in tech six years ago, testing features big and small and giving back to her community by teaching other adult learners to understand code. She has since become a front-end software engineer, leveling up their experience at companies such as Murmur, LaunchCode, and neteffects. Sidney continues her passion for giving back and teaching by hosting podcasts, speaking at tech conferences, and mentoring students from across the globe on navigating tech careers, building core skills, and living life in between. She brings a sense of curiosity and play to every front-end project she can touch. In her downtime, she loves to read, build with Legos, and has recently subscribed to the fandom of the Japanese anime series One Piece.
Guillermo (he/him)
Software Engineer
A computer science graduate with a passion for technology and sports, Guillermo has over 8 years of experience in software engineering. Growing up, Guillermo was fascinated by the intricate workings of technology and how it could be used to solve real-world problems. This curiosity led to a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and a successful career in software development. Guillermo has worked on diverse projects, from developing complex backend systems to creating dynamic front-end interfaces. When not coding or problem-solving, Guillermo enjoys staying active by playing soccer and basketball, catching the latest games, and exploring the outdoors.
Aleksandr Gusan (he/him)
Senior QA Engineer
Aleksandr is a Senior QA Engineer with over nine years of SDET experience, complemented by a background in Helpdesk and NOC. A graduate of the Metropolitan State University of Denver, Aleksandr expanded his QA knowledge while working with notable companies such as Pearson, DHI Group, Inc., and Charter Communications. With expertise in leading both remote/outsourced and local team members and thriving as an individual contributor, Aleksandr excels in various roles. His specialties include establishing new automation projects, integrating them into CI/CD pipelines, and improving processes. Aleksandr’s adaptability allows him to acclimate to new challenges quickly. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling and beach vacations.
Iulia (she/her)
Senior QA Engineer
Iulia joined the Metwork team as a Senior QA Engineer with 6-7 years of experience under her belt. Beginning her journey at GesherSoft, she leveled up her skillset as a junior QA before bringing her talents to Amazon and Dillon Kane Group. A consummate learner, Iulia has an educational background in Business Administration, Finance, Medical Coding and Billing, and is currently pursuing Computer Science and Programming with Python at Harvard University. In addition to her degrees and certificates, Iulia brings her multilingualism to Metwork, fluent in Russian, Romanian, Spanish, and English. Outside the office, she enjoys hiking, reading, practicing yoga, and connecting with people–though she also values moments of solitude, immersed in nature with a book or her meditation practice.
Dessi (she/her)
QA Engineer
Dessi comes from the manual Quality Assurance world and loves rolling up her sleeves, messing with any application, and discovering the nitty-gritty issues to ensure every app is working at peak performance. Before joining Metwork, she performed quality assurance for Anheuser-Busch, Nutrislice, Inc., and Motili. A life-long learner, Dessi is currently augmenting her QA skills by learning coding and building frameworks. When not cracking software open, she’s a road-trip junkie, traveling everywhere she can (she loves and misses coastal life). She’s a self-defined food nerd and like most of us at Metwork, a huge dog lover.
Ryan Peters (he/him)
Customer Success Manager
Metwork users couldn’t be in better hands than Ryan’s. A Colorado native, Ryan has always felt passionate about helping people, and with his keen technical ability, he felt especially drawn to working in the tech support field. He has over 7 years of community and technical support experience, working for Dish Network, Best Buy, Trapdoor Technologies, and now Metwork. Ryan has our backs with solving challenges, is quick to offer help when we need an extra hand, and is always a joy to work with. He’s an avid basketball fan (Go Nuggets!) and loves spending time with his Chihuahua/Terrier mix, Kodiak. You can often find him playing video games or slaying dragons during game nights.
Frank (they/them)
Content Marketing Manager
An endless creator, Frank is a writer, designer, artist, photographer, and sculptor who continually learns new skills to add to their creative toolbox. After attending the University of Buffalo for Media Studies, Frank moved to Baltimore, where they worked as the creative director for a production company, writing, directing, and editing award-winning commercials, music videos, and web series. After obtaining an art degree in Maryland, they moved back to Upstate New York to take a Web Design and Communications Specialist position at a healthcare company. In their spare time, Frank writes, makes music, and plays video games with their spouse. If you’re reading this and most other Metwork writings, you’ve seen Frank’s contributions.
