YOUR TECH SAVY
TAOSNET TEAM
Sam Lambie
Network Engineer and Partner
Sam Lambie draws on his rock climbing skills to scale mountains, towers, and roofs to install the Access Points (AP) that provide wireless service all over Taos County. Much of the research, planning, and installing of these APs are Sam’s contributions. Sam is responsible for the expansive fixed wireless network that is the mainstay of Internet Access for many living in the greater Taos area. Sam is also an accomplished outdoor enthusiast.
Chris Batis
SysAdmin and Partner
Chris Batis, born and raised in Taos, received a BS in Computer Science from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. He uses his knowledge to help build the network and servers that make up the core of TaosNet’s access network. He also utilizes his interest in both playing and designing video games to improve TaosNet’s network for all gamers. In his off hours, besides video games, Chris enjoys playing tennis and basketball. He’s also the son of the now retired, founder of TaosNet, John Batis 😉
Oban Lambie
Programmer and Partner
Oban is a Web Programmer, Database Engineer and Systems Administrator. He’s been the lead Systems Administrator for ISP’s, led development teams for startup companies, built the back end of enterprise level web sites, and is also the President and founder of our sister company, Brownrice Internet. And he’s Sam’s brother 😉
Tim Eckert
LAN Technician
Tim can solve a wide variety of problems. He excels at both phone and in person tech support. He is also TaosNet’s primary network engineer for offsite client networks. He manages and supports several Windows based networks. He enjoys cultivating his garden, where he grows some of his own food, and being the father of a lovely young daughter.
Bryan Salazar
Field Technician
Bryan was born and raised in Taos. His brings several certified tools to TaosNet. His is certified in fiber optic cable splicing, a certified welder, several years electrical experience, and a professional certified father of four! He is also an accomplished team roper, big game hunter, and fisherman. He enjoys spending time with his family, as well as chasing the kids and roping them in for dinner time. He’s also Ronnie’s Uncle 😉
Ronnie Salazar
Field Technician
Ronnie was born and raised in Taos. He strives for excellent customer service and high quality work while configuring things at your home or business. He also aims to provide our customers with the best internet experience possible. He is an avid hunter and outdoorsmen and is usually one of the first faces you meet when signing up for TaosNet.
Patricio Martinez
SUPPORT TECHNICIAN
Born and raised in Taos, Patricio has worked in tech support since high school. He brings his years of experience and provides professional and friendly service to our TaosNet customers. Well-rounded and with a customer service first attitude, you can find him in the office or occasionally out in the field. As someone with many hobbies, he enjoys spending his time doing anything from leatherworking to skiing.
Jack Kristel
SUPPORT TECHNICIAN
Jack has over two decades of experience in a wide variety of technical support roles, ranging from building custom PCs, to networking and debugging for a video game production company. Outside of offering live support for TaosNet’s customers his interests include music and movies, bird watching, and cooking large meals from a wide variety of cuisines.