Pete Findley | Founder, Chairman and CEO
Pete Findley is the founder and CEO of Giant Campus. As the leader of the company, he focuses on business development, growth, strategic relationships, future markets and oversight of the business plan. Pete graduated from the University of Washington with certificates in Entrepreneurship and Marketing. The university awarded him the distinction of "Entrepreneur of the Year," and he was the winner of the university's statewide annual Business Plan Competition.

Under Pete's leadership, the company has won many awards, including being named the "Best Company to Work For" in Washington State. Giant Campus is continuously on the lists of the region's fastest-growing companies and is a constant fixture in regional and national media reports. In his spare time, Pete works with several non-profit and corporate boards, including the Just Cauz Foundation, which he founded and chairs, and Coscomm International, where he serves as a director. Pete also serves as a board member of Creating Futures, a national initiative of the CompTIA foundation which brings technology training to at-risk populations.

Chris Dukelow | Chief Financial Officer
Chris Dukelow brings more than 20 years of experience to Giant Campus with strong finance, operations and business development expertise in a broad range of companies, including AdmitOne Security, Escapia, Aventail and Saros. Most recently, Chris was the CFO of AdmitOne Security (formerly BioPassword). Prior to that, he was the COO for Escapia, a leading provider of vacation rental travel solutions. Chris spent seven years with Aventail, helping them grow and raising over $100 million in venture funding. At Aventail, Chris held a number of executive positions including Chief Financial Officer, Vice President of Sales and Vice President of Business Development.

Chris also has experience in executive and financial management roles working for Entricom, Burlington Environmental, Stars Children’s Wear and Coopers & Lybrand.

Mary Margaret Callahan | Director of Summer Programs
Mary Margaret Callahan joined Giant Campus in 2008 with 10 years of experience in teaching and educational program design. Passionate about STEM education and creative solutions for engaging learners, Mary Margaret directs the Programs team in designing recreational camp experiences that foster interest in technology. Prior to joining Giant Campus, Mary Margaret taught at Holy Names Academy and Seattle Girls' School where she won a variety of grants for innovative program design such as a simulated mission to Mars and single engine aircraft flight lessons for middle school girls. She is also the president of the Northwest Girls Coalition, a non-profit that provides education and networking opportunities for the girl-serving community. Mary Margaret holds a bachelor's degree in physics from Whitman College and a master's in educational technology from Lesley University.

Phil Peerman | Director of Business Development
As Director of Business Development, Phil cultivates strategic relationships and partnerships while developing new revenue streams between Giant Campus and other innovative businesses. Phil brings more than 12 years of business development, sales, and sales management experience to Giant Campus. Prior to Giant Campus, Phil held senior positions at Speakeasy Inc., Pivotlink Inc., and Microsoft. His ability to build relationships through creative program initiatives is key to Phil consistently exceeding revenue targets and extending brand reach. While at Microsoft, Phil developed new channel incentive programs for both the South Central and the Mid-West districts - dramatically increasing sales and adoption of Microsoft's Unified Communications suite of products. Recently, Phil had the opportunity to work directly with Adobe to implement new business intelligence strategies for their global supply chain organization, enabling them to respond real-time to market shifts. Outside of the office, Phil volunteers as a mentor for at-risk teens in the Pacific Northwest as well as working with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Phil holds a bachelor's degree in Speech Communication from the University of Washington.

James Peters | Director of Product Development
James Peters joined Giant Campus in 2005 with over 15 years of experience in teaching, training and Web-based content development. He combines his passion for technology and love of learning in his current position as Director of Product Development. Prior to joining Giant Campus, James worked at Microsoft Corporation in a variety of positions related to instructional design and online curriculum development. James began his career in 1991 as a special education teacher. He has also worked as a curriculum consultant for public school districts across the U.S. and Canada. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Washington.

Cathy Shoaf | Director of Marketing
Cathy Shoaf has over 20 years of marketing leadership experience working for technology companies in product marketing, branding, PR and online programs. Prior to Giant Campus, Cathy co-founded Dipiti, a vertical search company focused on connecting consumers to communities related to life matters such as health, financial and legal topics. She has also served as director of marketing for Myrio, where she successfully positioned the company as a global leader in IPTV solutions, followed by an acquisition by Siemens. While at Siemens, she was responsible for the global development of the strategic positioning and channel program strategy for the home entertainment division. Cathy also led corporate branding for Classmates.com, including public relations, the Web site, advertising, Classmates Magazine and Classmates TV programs. Cathy has also been an early employee at emerging technology companies such as iCat, eCharge and Mylackey.com. She holds a B.A. in Communications from the University of Idaho, and a certificate of Software Product Management from the University of Washington.

Phil Upperman | Director of Government Programs
Dr. Phil Upperman has more than 30 years experience as an educator, organizational leader, executive and operations officer, program manager, trainer and professor. A former senior military officer and university chair, he has a proven record of accomplishment in systems and fiscal management, individual and organizational training and educational development. Phil is responsible for on-site and online education and recreation in the government sector with an emphasis on Military Programs. He has designed courses for home school, elementary school and after-school youth programs, enhancing student classroom performance by leveraging technology across the curriculum. He has also developed adult technology programs for recreational and professional development. He holds a doctorate of education with an emphasis in developmental education and leadership from Seattle University. He also holds a master's degree in education/counseling psychology from Washington State University and a master's degree in business management from Troy University. Phil is also a graduate of several military leadership and developmental schools, including the Army's Command and General Staff College.

Cody | Chief Canine Officer
Cody brings over 2 years of canine experience to his position at Giant Campus. Cody’s combined passion for people, bouncy objects and smelly food contribute to his role in maintaining the company’s connection with all things great and small…no matter how soggy or pungent. Always an over-achiever, Cody’s other responsibilities include leaving half-chewed objects in the lobby and blocking office doors as he naps. Prior to Giant Campus, at just a few months old, Cody was responsible for the overall success of potty training among his litter mates. He was recognized for his efforts and was quickly promoted to chief pup, and graduated to a new home at Giant Campus.