Eric Stoll

President

As President, Eric’s focus is to develop and implement the strategic goals and objectives of Arke while overseeing the day to day operations. He works with the Sales & Marketing, Finance, and Development teams to steer the company towards its vision.

Eric graduated from the State University of New York at Geneseo with a B.A. in computer science before beginning his career at Mindex Technologies. As a development manager at Mindex, he architected and managed the development of SchoolTool, the prominent student management system used throughout New York State. Eric has also worked as a software developer at Auragen Communications and Turner Broadcasting before founding Arke Systems in 2005 with Chris Spears. With experience in professional services, manufacturing, and distribution verticals, Eric offers a broad perspective on Arke’s projects.

Eric is an active member in the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) and the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce (MACC). He also spends his time fundraising for the Special Olympics of Georgia. He and his wife have two children.

Chris Spears

Vice President of Business Development

As VP of Business Development, Chris is responsible for all aspects of sales, marketing and developing partnerships. Chris and his team handle all communication to the marketing place, helping clients and prospects develop a technology vision for the future.

After graduating from Georgia Tech with a computer science degree, Chris held software development roles at Turner Broadcast Systems, Soltech, and Harry Norman Realtors. With experience in custom application development, interactive web technologies and the Microsoft Technologies; Chris is uniquely positioned to help clients and prospects understand what is possible with software.

Chris is also active in a number of Atlanta organizations; Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), American Marketing Association (AMA), the Atlanta CEO Council, and the Institute for Enterprise and Innovation (IEI). In addition to these associations Chris spends his time working with the Special Olympics and Habitat for Humanity.

Michael Winburn

Vice President of Development & SharePoint Practice Manager

Michael is the Vice President of Development at Arke Systems, where he helps coordinate training initiatives and guide employee career growth and development. In addition, he also plans for, selects, coordinates, monitors and evaluates development staff. Other responsibilities include assisting with formulating department policy and procedures, providing technical guidance and support to internal development teams and managing internal technical initiatives. Michael specializes in SharePoint architecture and deployment and oversees the SharePoint team at Arke Systems.

Michael is a 2002 graduate of Georgia Tech with a B.S. in Computer Science. Prior to Arke Systems, he was a software developer at Turner Broadcast Systems, Web.com and Harry Norman Realtors.

Courtney Roth

Vice President of Finance

As Vice President of Finance, Courtney is responsible for the overall financial management of the company, including strategic planning, analysis, reporting, budgeting, accounting, and day-to-day financial operations. She works closely with customers and vendors to build and maintain strong relationships and also leads Arke’s community service and giving initiatives.

Courtney received a degree in Business Administration from the State University of New York at Geneseo and continued her post-graduate studies at Buffalo State. Prior to joining Arke Systems, Courtney worked for Pictometry International Corp. and the Cobb County School District.