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Hi, We're TekTrendz

Since 2007, proudly serving the businesses of Northwest Arkansas with cutting-edge IT solutions, down-home service, and friendly, sincere smiles
TekTrendz offers cutting-edge IT services with friendly service and smiles

Technically Speaking, Right From the Heart

We get it. You need the best in managed IT services – to ensure your business information systems are safe, secure, and consistently serving customers without disruption. But it all feels a little intimidating, doesn't it? All that technical mumbo-jumbo.

At TekTrendz, it's our mission to serve the businesses of Northwest Arkansas with managed IT services that are as friendly as they are tech-savvy. Simply put, we care. Not just about your communication network but about you, your business, and your customers.

That's why we seek to "create a rare experience" with every single customer interaction. Because we know IT isn't just about hard drives, servers, and networks. It's about people; it's about you

TekTrendz Values

Collaboration

It takes good listening. We work hand-in-hand with clients to understand their problems, determine their needs, design reliable, cost-effective solutions, and keep their systems "green for go."  

Motivation

We're right here across town, which means our reputation is at stake every time we provide IT services to local NWA businesses. Talk about motivation; we bring our A-game when you call on us.  

Dedication

When there are problems, when there are threats, will your IT service-provider be there for you? We're dedicated to treating our clients' business as an extension of our business. We're here.  

TekTrendz values collaboration, motivation, and dedication in offering IT managed services
TekTrendz has served Northwest Arkansas with its IT needs for almost two decades

TekTrendz: A Brief History

TekTrendz was founded in 2007 by Rob Brothers and  Sam Bridges with a mission to provide cutting-edge, enterprise-level IT solutions to the thriving small-and-medium-sized business market of Northwest Arkansas. We started in the transportation and storage industry, but our client base quickly grew to include manufacturing, non-profits, client services, and small/medium size businesses of all kinds. 

Today, TekTrendz offers a full suite of managed IT services across industries. 

"TekTrendz possesses a deep understanding of the latest IT trends and technologies, and their ability to stay ahead of the curve is impressive."

Mark Ferm, President/CEO, United Industries of Bentonville

Meet the TekTrendz Team

We're pretty proud of the team we've built at TekTrendz. A knowledgeable, friendly team that'll go out of its way to ensure your IT infrastructure is secure, reliable, and fast.  

Rob Brothers, Founding Partner, TekTrendz

Rob Brothers

Founding Partner

Rob grew up in Rogers, Arkansas and is a graduate of Rogers High School. He attended the University of Arkansas – woo pig – where he earned a BSBA with an emphasis in computer information systems and quantitative analysis. Prior to TekTrendz, Rob managed computer operations for an NWA transportation company with half a billion in revenue. Rob also has firsthand IT experience with the warehousing, manufacturing, and finance sectors.

Sam Bridges, Founding Partner, TekTrendz

Sam Bridges

Founding Partner

Sam holds a B.S. in computer and information science with an emphasis in finance and accounting. He previously served as network and systems administrator for a multi-million dollar transportation company located in Northwest Arkansas along with years of experience in the retail industry. Sam also possesses extensive knowledge in electronics and electrical systems in addition to his computer hardware expertise.

Katherine Bartgis, Business Manager, TekTrendz

Katherine Bartgis

Business Manager

Katherine Graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1996 with a Bachelor of Business Administration. She has more than two decades in  sales, finance, and office administration. Katherine started with TekTrendz in 2020.

Doug Bible, Operations Manager, TekTrendz

Doug Bible

Operations Manager

Doug holds a BS in Management Information Systems he earned from Central Baptist College.  He worked for over 14 years as a Director of IT in the higher education realm, and nearly 8 years in management in the MSP space.  Doug joined TekTrendz in 2023 and brings a wealth of knowledge earned from his years of experience in the IT field.  He enjoys being in nature and loves most genres of music.

Nickolas Newnham, Automation Engineer, TekTrendz

Nickolas Newnham

Automation Engineer

Nickolas attended the University of Arkansas where he earned a BS in Chemical Engineering. He applies his engineering skills and experiences to identifying, understanding, and solving complex IT challenges.

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Bill Wheeler

Business Development Manager

Bill brings many years of experience in relationship management and business development to the team. Early on, he learned the value of Win-Win sales which has guided his success. Bills experience, coupled with an MBA degree provides him a unique ability to share business-based value propositions focused on the cost savings delivered by outsourced managed IT services.  

TekTrendz IT Services

All the IT services and solutions a growing business needs

TekTrendz specializes in cyber security for all NWA businesses

Cyber Security

Computer-hacking is a threat to businesses of all sizes. Protect your company with best-in-class cyber security measures.
TekTrendz specializes in technical, help desk support for all NWA businesses

Technical Support

No in-house IT staff? Let us be your help desk – and spend less time troubleshooting, more time serving customers.
TekTrendz specializes in data-backup and recovery for all NWA businesses

Data Backup & Recovery

Accidents happen. Disasters strike. We'll back up your valuable business data so it can be readily restored at any time. 
TekTrendz specializes in cloud services for all NWA businesses

Cloud Services

Cloud services ensure your company's information is always within reach. Take data-accessibility to a higher level. The cloud.
TekTrendz specializes in VoIP phone systems for all NWA businesses

VoIP Phone Systems

A reliable communication system is essential to smooth business operations. Improve productivity with the right systems.
TekTrendz specializes in network design for all NWA businesses

Network Design

There's a lot to consider when setting up a secure, dependable IT network. You're busy; so leave the heavy-lifting to us. 

What NWA Companies Are Saying About TekTrendz