Meet the Team
About Us
Leadership Team


Thomas McKenzie
President

Thomas McKenzie
President
Thomas has been with Cloud 9 for over a decade, serving as President and self-proclaimed "chief trouble maker." His path started in audio and live event lighting across European cities before bringing his talents stateside, where he found a calling in home technology. Today, he channels that same passion into helping homeowners create their dream spaces. Outside of work, Thomas enjoys mountain and gravel biking, backpacking, traveling, and making memories with his wife and kids. He once spent seven years on tour across Europe before trading it all for life in paradise-Steamboat. His dream destination? French Polynesia.


Trent Connor
Design Operations Manager

Trent Connor
Design Operations Manager
Trent has been with Cloud 9 since its early days in 2016, serving as Design Operations Manager for both Cloud 9 and Bliss Lighting Co. His role blends lighting design and fixture specification with the engineering of advanced control systems. With more than 20 years of experience in the electrical and lighting industry, Trent found his sweet spot at the intersection of technology and design. Outside the office, you'll find him mountain biking, scuba diving, overlanding, or enjoying the outdoors with his family. A fun fact? He once worked a job so dirty that even Mike Rowe would have winced. His dream destination? Diving in Micronesia, Palau, or the Maldives.


Justin Brubaker
Operations Manager

Justin Brubaker
Operations Manager
Justin has been with Cloud 9 since 2016, overseeing service, production, programming, and procurement. His path into the field was shaped by circumstance, but he’s made it his own. In his free time, he enjoys working on personal projects, spending time outdoors, and listening to podcasts. He’s also fascinated by philosophy, ancient civilizations, and megalithic structures. His dream destination? Kailasha Temple and the Ellora Caves in India.


April Lassiter
Controller

April Lassiter
Controller
April has been with Cloud 9 since 2018 and became a full-time team member in 2021. As Controller, she oversees accounting, finance, and HR. She was drawn to Cloud 9 not just for the field but for the team and culture of growth and support. Outside of work, she loves hiking, fly fishing, and yoga. She spends most of her time with her family, including her young son and Newfoundland dog. Fun fact? She knows how to tap dance! Her dream destination? New Zealand’s South Island.



Geoff Coon
Partner

Geoff Coon
Partner


Colin Weeks
Senior Project Manager

Colin Weeks
Senior Project Manager


Aron Mooney
Lead Technical Designer

Aron Mooney
Lead Technical Designer
Aron has been with Cloud 9 for nearly 9 years, bringing his expertise and passion for music and technology to his role as Lead Technical Designer. His work combines creativity and technical know-how to design and implement exceptional systems for clients. When he's not working, Aron enjoys a variety of outdoor activities, from skiing and rafting to mountain biking. He’s also a live music enthusiast, always attending concerts when he can. Fun fact? He has a unique collection of masks from around the world. His dream destination? Curacao.


Liam Delaney
Project Manager and Lead Technician

Liam Delaney
Project Manager and Lead Technician
Liam joined Cloud 9 in October 2020, bringing his leadership skills and expertise in project management and production to the team. As Project Manager and Lead Technician, he oversees the execution of key projects while managing staff to ensure smooth operations. Outside of work, Liam is an outdoor enthusiast, always finding time to enjoy activities and explore new destinations. Born and raised in Hayden, he's passionate about staying connected to the Yampa Valley. Fun fact? He’s always dreamt of traveling to Africa!


Diego Girard
Procurement & Warehouse

Diego Girard
Procurement & Warehouse
Diego has been with Cloud 9 for four years, managing procurement and warehouse operations. He was inspired to join the field by the people around him. In his free time, he enjoys traveling with his family and biking. A fun fact? He jokes that his bad English keeps things interesting! His top travel destinations are Ireland and Italy.


Lisa Archer Leach
Service Coordinator

Lisa Archer Leach
Service Coordinator
Lisa has been with Cloud 9 for four years, handling client communications, scheduling, and troubleshooting. She found her way into this field through a unique path—from marketing to tech and integrated systems. Outside of work, she enjoys silversmithing and leatherworking. In another life, she’d be in the movie industry. Her dream destination? Everywhere in Italy.


Daniel Dubisky
Technical Specialist

Daniel Dubisky
Technical Specialist
Daniel has been with Cloud 9 for 7 years, taking on a broad range of responsibilities as a Technical Specialist. From the initial design phase to final system checks, his expertise spans wire termination, device setup and configuration, programming, networking, troubleshooting, and service checks. After serving in the Air Force and working on advanced aircraft systems, Daniel found his passion in home technology. The transition from cutting-edge aviation systems to state-of-the-art home automation was a natural fit. In his free time, Daniel enjoys ATVing, snowmobiling, camping, and watching movies in his home theater. He’s also an avid gamer. Fun fact? He’s not your typical “nerd.” His dream destination? Japan.


Luke Vivio
Infrastructure Lead

Luke Vivio
Infrastructure Lead


Erik Farmer
Security & AV Technician

Erik Farmer
Security & AV Technician


Caitlyn McKenzie
Team Member

Caitlyn McKenzie
Team Member
Caitlyn has been with Cloud 9 since its inception, marking a full 10 years with the company. While she wears many hats—including cheerleader, social responsibilities, and marketing—her heart lies in supporting the company's mission and keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. She also co-owns Pristine Living Co, specializing in Air & Water Filtration. One of her favorite moments was when a technician chose to work for Cloud 9 over other companies based on its reputation in the industry. It was a proud moment that affirmed Cloud 9 is "The Place" to work. In her free time, Caitlyn enjoys mountain biking in Fruita, powder skiing with her family, and sipping coffee around the campsite. A fun fact? Her visit to Rocky Mountain National Park in 1997 forever connected her soul to Colorado, and it solidified her pact to live here. Caitlyn’s dream vacation? Traveling locally within the stunning mountain landscapes—dusty trails, wildflower meadows, creeks, waterfalls, hot springs, and ski areas.


Matt Metz
Service Department

Matt Metz
Service Department
Matt has been with Cloud 9 for five years, bringing his passion for technology and sound to the service team. He discovered home automation in 2016 and never looked back. In his free time, he spends winters traveling and snowboarding, while summers are for soccer, disc golf, hiking, and mushroom hunting. Fun fact? He’s never ridden a horse—but he has ridden a camel! His dream trip? The Italian coastline in the summer.


Theo
Ankle Biter

Theo
Ankle Biter

Team Cloud 9
As an integral team member during the planning phase, Cloud 9 considers it our responsibility to closely monitor and track progress at every step, and, most importantly, to see that budgets are considered by everyone (architect, designer, builder and homeowner) as we proceed. When we know of new or alternative materials, or if specialists are needed, we will not hesitate to suggest them.
The “Team Approach” to planning also ensures that each team member’s perspective is adequately considered. From experience, we know that all persons involved bring a different—and sometimes more pragmatic—view to the planning and design of a home, which can increase its value and almost always improve its livability.