Meet
Our Team

CHRISTOPHER MARSZALEK
PRESIDENT

Chris has served the retail security industry for over 30 years in various roles. Over the last 20 years as president of Sennco, he has been the visionary committed to implementing change within the retail industry. Chris is listed as an inventor or co-inventor on over 50 patents. He has helped implement thousands of custom solutions for retailers and original equipment manufacturers over his tenure.

 Chris’s passion is for the Sennco team to be an extension of those they serve.

BRIAN PEACOCK
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

Brian is an accomplished leader and forward-thinking innovator with over 23 years of progressive experience in Loss Prevention, Asset Protection, and Physical Security. Before Sennco Solutions, Brian was the Director of Asset Protection – US Operations for Rent-A-Center. Brian has been one of the creative leaders for some of the most groundbreaking security technology to equip retailers.

SONIA AYALA
ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER

Sonia has served Sennco since 2004. Sonia is passionate about leading the Operations team to contribute to the success of the organization’s goals. With more than 19 years of production experience, Sonia strives to conquer challenges and support the personal and professional growth of herself and others. To do this, she utilizes her expertise in the production process to supervise, inspect quality, organize workflows, and achieve deadlines. Fluent in English and Spanish, Sonia values communication and collaboration across the Company.

MICHAEL DERESINSKI
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Michael joined Sennco with 30+ years of finance and accounting experience with manufacturing and assembly companies. While leading the accounting team he strives to ensure everything runs smoothly and promptly.  He enjoys Sennco’s philosophy of open communication keeping all departments informed and involved in day-to-day operations. 

Michael holds a BS in Accounting from Millikin University and an MBA in Finance from DePaul University.

TREVOR VERMILLION
OPERATIONS MANAGER

Trevor has 10+ years of managing warehousing functions and people. His extensive understanding of warehousing operations drives success in various segments of the organization including inventory, shipping and logistics, and production and assembling. Trevor is knowledgeable in planning, organizing, and strategizing to deliver high-quality products that satisfy customer demands. His hands-on leadership style generates a collaborative effort among team members to elevate procedures and ensure results, making him an asset to Sennco and Sennco’s customers.

STEVE STROM
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING

Steve has 30+ years of experience architecting and developing high-quality software and embedded firmware in wireless power, retail security, PC-based, mobile, and cloud-based products for the industrial, automotive, and retail industries. Steve has led teams of various sizes and expertise for more than 20 years and is listed as a co-inventor on several Sennco patents.

Steve is motivated to create cutting-edge products that fulfill the custom needs of each customer, which derives from a simple passion to serve others.

GORDON HUEBNER
SOFTWARE ENGINEER MANAGER

Gordon has 30+ years of experience in developing, managing, and leading software solutions for small to major industry companies. Some of those industries include Asset Protection, Automotive, Distribution, Financial, Legal, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Real Estate, and Transportation Logistics.  

Under the direction of the Director of Engineering, Gordon manages Sennco’s software team and works closely with the Sales Department to deliver industry-leading software and hardware-integrated asset protection solutions to our customers.

Gordon holds a BS in Computer Information Systems and a MS in Management Information Systems.

MELISSA SHREFFLER
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Melissa has 6+ years of experience in the human resources field ranging from employee relations and development, recruitment and candidate selection, the development of safety programs, payroll administration, compensation and benefits packages, and more. Her goal as an HR professional is to achieve cultural harmony. She is motivated by the ability to serve and empower employee growth both professionally and personally.

Melissa holds a BS in Psychology and an MS in Psychology with a concentration in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She is also an active member of the Society of Human Resources (SHRM).

DAN HORVATH
SENIOR SALES ENGINEER

As Sennco’s first team member, Dan has engineered retail security solutions for the majority of Sennco’s existence. Dan specializes in customer problem-solving and exhibits innovative engineering solutions. Listening to the customer’s unique requirements and exceeding their expectations is where Dan thrives. His experience in the industry allows him to design and prototype solutions rapidly, allowing Sennco to quickly deliver innovative solutions. Dan’s wealth of knowledge, design expertise, and nimble strategies make him a valuable asset to Sennco and Sennco’s customers.

ALEXANDRA ROBERTS
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Alexandra has served Sennco’s key customers for 6+ years. Alexandra is passionate about being a valuable resource to her customers by building relationships and providing creative solutions to complex challenges. Alex has an eye for detail and a commitment to excellence which is displayed in the major projects her customers have deployed.

Before her time at Sennco, Alex graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University with a BS in Business Administration and Communications. She led Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Volleyball team to the NCAA Division II National Championship as a captain in 2015. Her leadership qualities and team-player mentality deem her a valuable asset to the Sennco team.

RAYMOND ‘RAY’ DEVITO
SALES AND OPERATIONS MANAGER | BricTECH

Ray has served the wireless retail industry for over 23 years. Ray started his journey in retail sales for Bell South Mobility and then transitioned to the B2B channel handling large corporate and government accounts. From there, he became an Owner/Operator and learned the details of the operation of wireless retail for 13 years. Afterwards, Ray focused on operational development and its impacts on a store’s bottom line as a Field Operations Manager. In this role, he developed a training program for Location Managers. After working for the largest AT&T dealer in the capacity of an Asset Protection Regional Manager before coming to Sennco.

OWEN SMITH
SR. PROJECT MANAGER

Owen has 30+ years of experience across various business domains, spanning from engineering to finance. His experience reflects his comprehensive expertise in all phases of the industry. Owen is committed to delivering superior products by providing value-added services. Driven by an uncompromising dedication to excellence, Owen specializes in making even the most complex projects manageable. His strategic approach not only ensures successful project execution but also positions Sennco Solutions and its customers on a trajectory toward lasting success.

MADELINE BAUMERT
PROJECT COORDINATOR

In her 7 years at Sennco, Madeline has added value in various roles and various departments. She recently found her niche as a Project Coordinator, where she anticipates customers’ needs and provides the best customer experience – not only for direct customers but also for the end-users of our products.

Madeline has overseen rollouts and program execution in some of the nation’s largest retailers. Madeline understands that Sennco’s products are only as good as the in-store implementation and execution. She thrives when working with retailers, and brainstorming how she can provide their customers with the best experience, while also keeping their store employees and products safe. At the end of the day, helping people is Madeline’s passion.

HEATHER DISTEFANO
TECHNICAL PROJECT COORDINATOR

With graduating from Lewis University with a degree in Physics and dual minors in Computer Science and Mathematics, Heather has gained extensive knowledge in both mechanical and electrical systems. Previously serving Sennco as a Development Engineer, Heather excelled in the validation and success of products, processes, and components. Her assessment of design properties and experience in project management ensures that deliverables are met to satisfy Sennco customers. By integrating several fields of study, Heather fulfills customer needs by delivering superior technical assistance and constant communication. These skills are what make her a valuable asset to internal and external partners alike.