Why ShareTech

Managed IT Services

Get to Know ShareTech

Your technology is integral to the success of your business. You need a partner who will walk alongside you and your company to support, secure, and sustain your network, your equipment, and your team. ShareTech works hard to keep your technology working optimally so it moves you forward, not slow you down.
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Meet the ShareTech Leadership Team

Sharetech Leadership Michael Nolette

Michael Nolette

Founder & President

Sharetech Leadership Melinda Kruger

Melinda Kruger

Vice-President of Operations

ShareTech's History

Our Story

ShareTech was founded in 2000 on a simple but ambitious belief: enterprise-level IT capabilities should not be reserved for large corporations. From the beginning, our founders saw an opportunity to bring the strength, structure, and reliability of a full-scale IT department to small businesses, mid-sized organizations, and nonprofits without the cost and complexity of building that capability in-house.

Our founding vision was to build managed IT solutions that deliver the benefits of enterprise technology while remaining flexible enough to support a wide range of environments, from small office networks to organizations with thousands of devices. Just as important, we set out to provide that service with exceptional quality, responsiveness, and value.

That vision continues to define ShareTech today. We believe every organization deserves technology that is secure, dependable, scalable, and supported by experts who understand both the systems behind it and the business it powers.

Our Growth

Over the years, ShareTech has grown in reach, experience, and capability. We have expanded our team of skilled professionals, invested in leading tools and infrastructure, and refined our service model to meet the evolving needs of the organizations we serve.

While many providers offer a menu of separate services, ShareTech has remained focused on delivering a comprehensive managed IT solution through one streamlined offering at one predictable price. Our approach is built on the belief that clients should not have to piece together support from multiple vendors or service tiers to get the level of care they need.

As part of our continued growth, ShareTech has expanded both geographically and strategically through acquisition. In 2021, ShareTech acquired East Bay IT in Apollo Beach, Florida, extending our ability to support organizations throughout the greater Tampa Bay area. Founded in 2006 by Richard Panek, East Bay IT built a strong reputation for delivering trusted IT services to businesses across the region. The company opened its Apollo Beach office in 2010 to support a growing team and client base, and by 2018 had evolved into a hybrid managed service provider with expanded service offerings.

In 2022, ShareTech strengthened its presence in Minnesota through the acquisition of Now IT Connects, a respected managed service provider based in Clearwater. This expansion enhanced our ability to serve businesses throughout the greater St. Cloud area. Founded in 2004 by John Koshiol, Now IT Connects earned recognition for its efficient project management and hands-on technical expertise supporting organizations across the United States.

Today

Today, ShareTech provides managed IT services to small and mid-sized businesses and nonprofit organizations with a model designed to deliver enterprise-level capability in a practical, cost-effective way.

Every organization is different, and every network reflects the needs, goals, and complexity of the business behind it. After decades of supporting organizations across industries and environments, we bring the perspective and expertise to manage technology with confidence.

Our clients rely on us for more than technical support. They count on us for stability, insight, and a service experience that helps them operate more efficiently, more securely, and with greater peace of mind.

At ShareTech, we continue to build on the same foundation that defined us from the start: delivering high-quality, scalable IT support with the professionalism, value, and reliability organizations need to grow.

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Careers

If you love IT and want to help small businesses thrive, we want to hear from you. If you love working with people who love IT as much as you do, we’d love to share our current opportunities with you.

Sharetech Leadership Michael Nolette

Founder & President

Michael Nolette

Michael Nolette is an entrepreneur, IT strategist, and business leader with more than 30 years of professional experience in information technology. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in New Venture Management from the University of St. Thomas.

Michael began his IT consulting career in 1998, providing technology expertise to organizations including Carlson Companies, Pillsbury, and ADC Telecommunications. In 1999, he expanded his focus to delivering managed IT services to small and midsized businesses. In 2002, he founded ShareTech, LLC through the merger of his consulting practice and managed services business, creating a company dedicated to helping businesses leverage technology as a strategic advantage.

Under Michael’s leadership, ShareTech has grown into a trusted managed services provider serving organizations throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Florida. Over the past several years, he has successfully led the acquisition and integration of multiple managed service providers, including firms in the Tampa Bay region and Central Minnesota, further expanding ShareTech’s capabilities and geographic reach.

As President of ShareTech, Michael is passionate about helping small and midsized businesses achieve greater productivity, security, and operational stability through technology. He specializes in adapting enterprise-level IT management practices, cybersecurity frameworks, and operational processes to meet the unique needs and budgets of growing organizations. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience delivering flat-fee managed IT services, Michael continues to guide clients toward technology solutions that support business growth, reduce risk, and improve overall performance.

Sharetech Leadership Melinda Kruger

Vice-President of Operations

Melinda Kruger

With more than 20 years of dedicated service at ShareTech, Melinda Kruger serves as Vice-President of Operations, bringing an exceptional depth of organizational knowledge and industry expertise to her role. Throughout her tenure, she has worked across virtually every area of IT, building a strong foundation in helpdesk operations, infrastructure management, cloud and business platforms, cybersecurity, and the technologies that support modern organizations. This broad experience gives her a unique perspective on both the technical and operational aspects of delivering outstanding managed IT services.

Melinda’s career journey through the many facets of IT has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges businesses face and the solutions that drive success. Her ability to connect technical strategies with business objectives makes her a valuable resource for clients and colleagues alike.

Known for her commitment to customer relationships, Melinda takes pride in building trust and long-term partnerships with clients. She believes that exceptional service begins with listening, understanding each organization’s unique needs, and delivering reliable solutions with transparency and accountability. Her client-first approach has helped foster lasting relationships and contributed significantly to ShareTech’s reputation for responsive, dependable support.

As Vice-President of Operations, Melinda is focused on ensuring operational excellence while maintaining the high level of service that clients have come to expect. Her extensive experience, dedication to continuous improvement, and passion for helping clients succeed make her an integral part of ShareTech’s leadership team.