When I started MetaGeek in 2005, it was just me and an idea. I had no office, no employees, and no processes.. I handled all the engineering, marketing, sales, fulfillment, and customer support. I was passionate about the problem Wi-Spy solved, I loved helping customers visualize their Wi-Fi, and I was committed to do whatever needed to be done to turn my idea of Wi-Spy into a reality.

The original Wi-Spy Viewer software from 2005

It turned out, my business case for Wi-Spy was correct, and MetaGeek flourished. We added employees, built software products downloaded by millions, and sold Wi-Spy to tens of thousands of Wi-Fi geeks around the world. As MetaGeek grew and became a “real company,” my role shifted more to management and leadership. For the past three years I have been full-time CEO, which has been a rewarding challenge. And while I’ve learned a lot, I’ve also realized being CEO isn’t my passion. So I am returning to my entrepreneurial roots as “Chief Geek.”

I will focus on product development and mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs at MetaGeek. I have asked Brian Tuttle to lead MetaGeek as CEO. Brian was MetaGeek’s first full-time employee, and has been involved in developing and growing all aspects of MetaGeek’s business and culture throughout the years, including his time as CTO and COO. Brian will be an excellent CEO and leader. We are excited for this opportunity to build an awesome company and help my fellow geeks rid the world of awful Wi-Fi.