Our Team

Founder, Co-CEO

With decades of experience in software architecture and development, Paul’s passion for better software consulting and development led him to found PHD Solutions in 2013.

Paul thrives on problem-solving and has expertly crafted solutions in the fields of transportation & logistics, inventory control, image recognition systems, 2D and 3D scanning solutions and many more. These solutions have been deployed on many different form factors, from servers to user workstations, and from mass-produced phones to completely custom-built mobile hardware. Many of his solutions are used by field service workers and in logistics warehouses across Canada on a daily basis. When Paul is not busy architecting intelligent software solutions, he loves spending time with his lovely wife and 3 children – or, when he needs some much deserved quiet time, you’ll likely find him down by the river fly-casting for trout.

Co-CEO

An accomplished Professional Engineer, Jonathan fell in love with software solutions over 20 years ago while having the opportunity to develop applications for The Bata Shoe Museum, and George Weston Limited.

Jonathan’s vast experience includes architecting scalable enterprise software solutions that are used in a variety of markets including transportation, direct-store-delivery, claims processing, warehousing, and kiosks. Jonathan is highly skilled at working with people, understanding their business needs, and providing value through the efficient capture of data and the processing and presentation of that data to enable better business decisions. When Jonathan is not busy leading client solutions, he can be found around a campfire with his family, flying remote controlled planes, or building dry stone walls.

Director of Sales

Bret joins us with over 19 years of experience in the enterprise sales sector, primarily within the Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC) industry. That history has helped him develop a deep understanding of customer needs and technology alignment.

As the Director of Sales at PHD Solutions Inc., Bret leads our sales and business development initiatives, focusing on providing supply chain logistics companies with cutting-edge dimensioning solutions and comprehensive software tools to optimize their operations. He is committed to working closely with clients to understand their unique challenges and deliver tailored solutions that drive operational efficiency and business success. His approach is hands-on, and he thrives on tackling complex challenges to help our clients achieve their goals.

Product Administration

Laura brings tremendous skill and experience to the PHD Solutions team in Integrated Business Planning, financial analysis and project management.

Her ability to funnel a wide range of information into actionable goals and executables, with strong communication skills, is integral to our intelligent software solutions. She is a key part of our Project Management team and our QA testing. When not at work or spending time with her family, Laura can be found touring around the city on her road bike.

Software Engineer

Michael’s enthusiasm for new challenges and his unique perspective on problem-solving are valuable in finding intelligent solutions for clients.

With over a decade of experience as a Software Engineer, Michael’s impressive resume includes experience designing and implementing military training simulations, machine automation, and 3D camera technology. He has successfully worked with customers from requirements gathering to overseeing installation and providing training to end users. At PHD Solutions, Michael marries his extensive knowledge of 3D mathematics together with systems-level programming to create some truly amazing solutions. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys playing strategy games, reading, and brushing up on his world history knowledge.

Software Developer

Cesar has strong development experience and great enthusiasm for tackling new challenges and collaborating on projects.

Arriving in Canada fairly recently from Brazil, Cesar brings 10 years of experience which includes designing, developing, and maintaining secure, scalable IT solutions in the Oil & Gas, Finance, Telecommunication, and Municipal Government sectors. His application experience ranges from simple web management web systems to complete IT infrastructure and systems necessary to run a refining plant. When Cesar steps out from his natural habitat (behind a computer monitor!) he loves exploring the great North with his family, gaming, or engaging in a friendly soccer match.

Full Stack Developer

Over 20 years experience in application, mobile, and web development.

Built applications for banking, health management, insurance, human resources, retail and more using solutions with IoT, AR, and Face Recognition. Education in Business Management, Mobile Application, and Project Management. When not solving a professional daily challenge, or having some fun out in a beach or park with his wife and son, you can find him jogging or walking around.

Senior Software Engineer

Jesse’s unique base of experience and intense curiosity are a vital combination he employs in designing new solutions.

He has nearly a decade’s worth of software development experience in fields ranging from automating legal filing systems in the business sector to media delivery infrastructure in the entertainment industry. All the while, Jesse routinely worked directly with clients to find resolutions for their diverse requirement sets.

In his spare time, Jesse likes getting together with friends, pursuing personal projects, working on electronics, casual gaming, and all around learning new things.

Software Developer

Jacob joined us in May of 2024 after graduating with a Bachelors of Computer Science at TMU (Toronto Metropolitan University).

Jacob’s schooling has allowed him to gain a solid foundation in computer science principles, software development methodologies, and problem-solving techniques. Throughout his software engineering journey, he aims to continuously learn and adapt to emerging technologies and industry trends. When Jacob is not assisting in the latest project he can be found playing video games or going out with friends.

Application Support Specialist

Bini has over 10 years experience providing Tier 3 support for clients and internal departments of enterprises around the globe. Our resident support guru, Bini works tirelessly to resolve issues and ensure customer satisfaction.

When time allows, Bini enjoys building software tools, interfaces and processes that make our lives easier. When not working, Bini enjoys spending time with her husband.