Don't take my word for it.
I've been doing this for 20+ years. Along the way, I've worked with founders, executives, project managers, and engineers. Here's what they have to say.
These are words from people who've trusted me with their businesses, their systems, and their teams. Not marketing copy—actual testimonials from actual people who took the time to write them.
"Aaron Holbrook is that rare development partner who treats your business like it's his own. He takes the time to understand your goals, works within your budget, and still never loses sight of the big picture. Aaron is nimble, thoughtful, and genuinely invested. He brings ideas to life with care, craftsmanship, and integrity. If you're looking for a developer you can trust; Aaron is the one you want in your corner."
Jillian Herrera
Business Development / Executive Leadership
Anrak & Plus Sweeping
Trust, partnership, and follow-through
When you're trusting someone with your business, your livelihood, your operations—these are the words that matter.
"I had the pleasure of working with Aaron Holbrook over the past 5 years to build out a custom technology platform for our business and I highly recommend him. He took the time to really learn our business, which meant the solutions he delivered weren't just technically solid—they actually solved real problems for us. He has a sharp mind, asks the right questions, and brings a great sense of humor to the table, which made working with him both productive and enjoyable. Most importantly, he's someone you can count on to follow through and deliver excellent work."
Key takeaway: "someone you can count on to follow through"
Teresa Slosson
|Co-Founder
|Elevate Partners
5-year custom platform partnership
"I've worked with Aaron Holbrook for more than a decade. He's played a pivotal role in developing our organization's online presence across multiple sites. His imaginative way of bringing our ideas into fruition—and his dependable oversight of all of our online operations—allows us to focus on our mission and to know that we're always in the right hands for technical solutions and support."
Key takeaway: "dependable oversight"
Andy Zwick
|Executive Director
|Foundation for Constitutional Government
10+ year relationship
"I had the pleasure of working with Aaron through three of his five promotions at Zeek. When we began working together, he knew nothing about our business and we knew nothing about how to communicate what we needed to design a system from the ground up. Aaron listened patiently and over time we learned the language of one another's industry, though I must admit he became far more fluent in mine than I in his. Aaron has been the cornerstone of our ongoing platform development which is superior in functionality and more intuitive than any other sales management tool I have seen. He asks the right questions to get the information needed to deliver against expectations in a timely manner. He has helped create efficiency in our business and as such has helped us to accelerate client onboarding and growth. Any team would be stronger with Aaron involved."
Key takeaway: "cornerstone of our ongoing platform development"
Lori Chavez
|Partner
|Elevate Partners
5+ year partnership, $6B+ in orders processed
Systems thinking and practical problem-solving
Not just fixing symptoms—understanding root causes and building solutions that last.
"Aaron created elegant solutions to complex technical challenges, grounded in thoughtful strategy and clear communication. He's a true systems thinker and team multiplier."
Key takeaway: "true systems thinker"
Lindsay Halsey
|Co-Founder
|Pathfinder SEO
"I had the privilege of being mentored by Aaron for a number of years, and his influence on me during that time left a lasting impact. Aaron is one of those people who is not just technically sharp, but also a great communicator, able to explain complex concepts in a way that's easily understandable. Aaron is someone who doesn't just build systems, but seeks to understand the underlying issues behind the requests in order to arrive at the best solutions. I'd highly recommend Aaron to any team who needs not just a top-notch developer or technical lead, but also a strategic thinker."
Key takeaway: "seeks to understand the underlying issues"
Philip Newcomer
|Web App Developer
"Aaron brought deep technical expertise and a unique ability to communicate clearly with both internal teams and clients. He didn't just point out problems—he brought thoughtful solutions that helped move conversations forward and kept projects on track. Working with Aaron made even the most complex projects feel manageable. He's a reliable collaborator, a great communicator, and someone I'd work with again in a heartbeat."
Key takeaway: "made even the most complex projects feel manageable"
Katrina Roxas
|Senior Project Manager
Leadership, mentorship, and people-first collaboration
Technical excellence matters. How you treat people matters more.
"Aaron was a constant source of support, always patient and intentional in how he taught concepts like clean code, debugging, and systems thinking. He approaches challenges with calm confidence and always finds a thoughtful, maintainable path forward."
Key takeaway: "calm confidence"
Jacob Arriola
|Principal Software Engineer
|Tomo
"Aaron mentored me through two internships, and his impact was lasting. He was approachable, thoughtful, and gave clear, actionable feedback that helped me truly grow as a software engineer. As a team lead, he brought structure and calm to fast-moving projects. He kept conversations focused and inclusive, helped unblock teams quickly, and created space for junior engineers to take ownership. I always felt both supported and challenged in the best way. I'd recommend Aaron to any team looking for a capable, thoughtful, and people-first technical executive."
Key takeaway: "supported and challenged in the best way"
Cameron Rice
|Web Engineer
"Aaron has outstanding interpersonal communication skills and leads by example. His experience is immediately evident, and his curiosity and adaptability set him apart."
Key takeaway: "leads by example"
Kaitlyn Hennessy
|Senior Software Engineer
"Aaron's technical expertise is top-tier, and his teaching and speaking skills continue to impress. He's sharp, approachable, and genuinely kind—a rare combination."
Key takeaway: "sharp, approachable, and genuinely kind"
Ron Gustinella
|Software Developer
|PointClick, LLC
"Aaron combines genuine passion with sharp technical skill. He's forward-thinking yet grounded, and always pushes the conversation—and teams—to a higher level."
Key takeaway: "pushes teams to a higher level"
Kenrick Buchanan
|Senior PHP / Laravel Developer
"Aaron is very dedicated, a great team player, and very open to hearing new ideas. He has excellent communication skills and deep field knowledge."
Key takeaway: "open to hearing new ideas"
Danette Santana
|Program Manager
|Northwestern Medicine
The numbers behind the testimonials
of professional experience
Building systems, leading teams, solving problems
engineers mentored
Across three companies, spanning the career ladder
clients served
Directly or through agency leadership
longest client relationship
And still going
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