Business Team

After being raised in Glendale, Arizona, Ryan decided to move to Minnesota for college, where he attended Gustavus Adolphus College and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts: in Secondary Education in Social Studies.

Ryan began his career at CTC in September 2004. Prior to his current role as Director of Sales, he held positions such as Senior Network Analyst, Sales & Product Development Manager, and Technology Manager. With an impressive 25 years of experience in networking and telecommunications, along with a remarkable 17 years in leadership roles, Ryan possesses a unique ability to discern and deliver tailored technology solutions for local businesses while addressing their communication needs.

A proud resident of the Brainerd Lakes Area for over 24 years, Ryan enjoys spending quality time with his family, indulging in swimming, tackling the slopes on skis, and having fun shooting on the range. Ryan is all about embracing life’s adventures.

“CTC is filled with great people to work with. It’s wonderful to be immersed in a world of ever-changing technology and sophistication. CTC gives you the opportunity to find the best solutions for customers while having fun doing it.”

Before joining CTC in 1999, Chad graduating from Alexandria Technical College and then worked for Gateway computers. Prior to his current role as Sales Engineer, Chad held positions as a Member Service Technician, Internet Helpdesk, and PC Repair.

As the Sales Engineer, Chad is all about providing solutions to problems. Not only does he work directly with businesses to provide technical support, he analyzes each business in order to find the most effective telecommunications solutions for them; saving them time, money, and frustrations.

Outside of work, Chad enjoys playing guitar and going to concerts. He and his wife like to travel with their dog, Jett, and have fallen in love with fishing in Alaska.

“At CTC I enjoy helping businesses come up with the best solution to fit their needs. It’s fun to make a difference in how a business functions and see how much more efficient they can be!”

Hollie’s family settled into the Brainerd Lakes Area when they purchased a small family resort. At that time, she was six months old and grew up embracing the opportunity to experience the area’s popular vacation destinations from such a unique angle. Upon graduating from Brainerd High School, Hollie went to the University of Wisconsin River Falls, where she obtained her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and found her now-husband.

Hollie began her career at CTC in April of 2023. She had previously worked in the banking/investment industry for 5 years. As a CTC Business Support Specialist, she enjoys being able to make a tangible difference in the success of our business members by helping them navigate challenges and achieve their goals. Whether it’s troubleshooting technical issues or strategizing plans for their business’ growth, Hollie finds every interaction incredibly rewarding.

Hollie and her husband have two energetic boys, a German Shepherd Husky dog (Aspen), four curious Alpacas, and a coop full of chickens. In addition to her hobby farm activities, Hollie enjoys hunting, fishing, gardening, and all outdoor family activities. She also keeps her artistic side engaged by designing and producing new weavings.

“As a company, CTC is truly committed to its employees’ growth, well-being, and professional fulfillment. Through a culture rooted in empathy and respect, they really create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. Through our work, we continually strive to create a positive impact and foster meaningful connections with our members and the broader community. We are dedicated to making a difference beyond our business goals, and who wouldn’t want to work in a place like that?”