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Leadership Team

Robert Bobel

Founder & CEO

Robert incorporated Cayosoft Inc. in 2018 with a mission to help customers succeed by evolving IT operations through innovative hybrid & cloud technologies.  He brings more than 25 years of technology industry leadership, identity management expertise, and executive management experience to the company. In February 2024, Robert closed a Series A round of investment by Centana Growth Partners for $22.5M with the goal of expanding Cayosoft’s global market reach.

Prior to starting Cayosoft, Robert held high-profile product management roles at Quest Software where his focus on customers and product innovation resulted in a 18x growth in Quest’s multi-million dollar Microsoft Administration product portfolio. Robert also spent time driving product strategy at Netwrix, has served as founder and CEO of a successful Microsoft-focused consultancy, served as a subject matter expert for Microsoft, and was one of the first individuals in the world to be certified by Microsoft on the then-new Windows Server platform.

Robert incorporated Cayosoft Inc. in 2018 with a mission to help customers succeed by evolving IT operations through innovative hybrid & cloud technologies. He brings more than 25 years of technology industry leadership, identity management expertise, and executive management experience to the company. In February 2024, Robert closed a Series A round of investment by Centana Growth Partners for $22.5M with the goal of expanding Cayosoft’s global market reach. ...read more

Prior to starting Cayosoft, Robert held high-profile product management roles at Quest Software where his focus on customers and product innovation resulted in a 18x growth in Quest’s multi-million dollar Microsoft Administration product portfolio. Robert also spent time driving product strategy at Netwrix, has served as founder and CEO of a successful Microsoft-focused consultancy, served as a subject matter expert for Microsoft, and was one of the first individuals in the world to be certified by Microsoft on the then-new Windows Server platform.

Andrei Polevoi

Founder & CTO

Andrei has experience in designing commercially successful enterprise security, administration and availability software products. Andrei began his career as a software engineer of one of the most successful Microsoft management products for Quest Software. At Quest, Andrei eventually led a team of researchers who were tasked with both improving existing products and designing new solutions. Andrei left Quest in 2012 to join a company that provided Java SaaS solutions, and later joined the availability vendor Acronis where he worked on developing their Acronis’ SaaS backup and recovery solutions for small business and enterprises.

Andrei has experience in designing commercially successful enterprise security, administration and availability software products. Andrei began his career as a software engineer of one of the most successful Microsoft management products for Quest Software. At Quest, Andrei eventually led a team of researchers who were tasked with both improving existing products and designing new solutions. ...read more

Andrei left Quest in 2012 to join a company that provided Java SaaS solutions, and later joined the availability vendor Acronis where he worked on developing their Acronis’ SaaS backup and recovery solutions for small business and enterprises.

Dmitry Sotnikov

Chief Product Officer

Dmitry Sotnikov, as Chief Product Officer at Cayosoft, spearheads the vision, strategy, design, and delivery of the company’s software products, ensuring they resonate with market demands and offer unmatched value to users. With over two decades in enterprise IT software, cloud computing, and security, Dmitry has held pivotal roles at esteemed organizations like Netwrix, 42Crunch, WSO2, Jelastic, and Quest Software. His academic credentials include MA degrees in Computer Science and Economics, complemented by Executive Education from Stanford University Graduate School of Business. Beyond his corporate endeavors, Dmitry serves on the Advisory Board at the University of California, Riverside Extension, and has been recognized with 11 consecutive MVP awards from Microsoft.

Dmitry Sotnikov, as Chief Product Officer at Cayosoft, spearheads the vision, strategy, design, and delivery of the company’s software products, ensuring they resonate with market demands and offer unmatched value to users. With over two decades in enterprise IT software, cloud computing, and security, Dmitry has held pivotal roles at esteemed organizations like Netwrix, 42Crunch, WSO2, Jelastic, and Quest Software. ...read more

His academic credentials include MA degrees in Computer Science and Economics, complemented by Executive Education from Stanford University Graduate School of Business. Beyond his corporate endeavors, Dmitry serves on the Advisory Board at the University of California, Riverside Extension, and has been recognized with 11 consecutive MVP awards from Microsoft.

Jeremy Manley

Chief Financial Officer

Jeremy Manley serves as Chief Financial Officer at Cayosoft Inc., overseeing the company’s financial strategy and operations. He brings over two decades of experience in finance and operations within the enterprise software sector.

Before joining Cayosoft, Jeremy spent 13 years at Veeam Software, where he most recently held the position of Vice President of Finance and Operations. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in scaling the company’s financial infrastructure to support rapid global growth.

At Cayosoft, Jeremy is focused on driving financial performance and supporting the company’s expansion in the Active Directory management and recovery market. His leadership is instrumental in aligning financial planning with Cayosoft’s strategic objectives.

Jeremy holds a degree from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business and is a Certified Public Accountant.

Jeremy Manley serves as Chief Financial Officer at Cayosoft Inc., overseeing the company’s financial strategy and operations. He brings over two decades of experience in finance and operations within the enterprise software sector. ...read more

Before joining Cayosoft, Jeremy spent 13 years at Veeam Software, where he most recently held the position of Vice President of Finance and Operations. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in scaling the company’s financial infrastructure to support rapid global growth.

At Cayosoft, Jeremy is focused on driving financial performance and supporting the company's expansion in the Active Directory management and recovery market. His leadership is instrumental in aligning financial planning with Cayosoft’s strategic objectives.

Jeremy holds a degree from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business and is a Certified Public Accountant.

Joe Dillon

Chief Revenue Officer

Joe Dillon joined Cayosoft Inc. as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) in June 2025, bringing with him over 20 years of proven leadership in enterprise sales across cybersecurity, cloud, compliance, and data protection. As CRO, Joe is responsible for driving Cayosoft’s global revenue growth strategy, building scalable go-to-market functions, and deepening relationships with enterprise customers and strategic partners.

Prior to joining Cayosoft, Joe served as Executive Vice President of Sales at Baffle, Inc., where he played a key role in expanding the company’s sales force and strategic alliances. He also held senior sales leadership positions at Code42, Springpath (acquired by Cisco), Seagate Technology’s cloud division, and Trustwave. At Code42, he led the Security Solutions Sales team to three consecutive years of triple-digit growth, while also launching and maturing the company’s channel and technology alliance programs.

Joe is known for his ability to execute high-impact go-to-market strategies and build top-performing sales organizations. His passion lies in solving complex enterprise challenges with simple, effective solutions and fostering strong, customer‑centric cultures.

At Cayosoft, Joe is focused on accelerating market adoption of the company’s leading solutions for Active Directory and Entra ID continuity and recovery—solutions that are critical in today’s threat landscape.

Joe Dillon joined Cayosoft Inc. as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) in June 2025, bringing with him over 20 years of proven leadership in enterprise sales across cybersecurity, cloud, compliance, and data protection. As CRO, Joe is responsible for driving Cayosoft’s global revenue growth strategy, building scalable go-to-market functions, and deepening relationships with enterprise customers and strategic partners. ...read more

Prior to joining Cayosoft, Joe served as Executive Vice President of Sales at Baffle, Inc., where he played a key role in expanding the company’s sales force and strategic alliances. He also held senior sales leadership positions at Code42, Springpath (acquired by Cisco), Seagate Technology’s cloud division, and Trustwave. At Code42, he led the Security Solutions Sales team to three consecutive years of triple-digit growth, while also launching and maturing the company’s channel and technology alliance programs.

Joe is known for his ability to execute high-impact go-to-market strategies and build top-performing sales organizations. His passion lies in solving complex enterprise challenges with simple, effective solutions and fostering strong, customer‑centric cultures.

At Cayosoft, Joe is focused on accelerating market adoption of the company’s leading solutions for Active Directory and Entra ID continuity and recovery—solutions that are critical in today’s threat landscape.

Joe Dillon

Jarrod Roark

SVP of Technical Services

Jarrod Roark combines over 20 years of strategic, operational, and go-to-market leadership in enterprise software. His proven ability to align technical excellence with strategic business objectives consistently drives impactful results, strengthens customer partnerships, and fuels organizational growth. Known for clarity, operational rigor, and a collaborative leadership approach, Jarrod fosters high-performing teams that consistently meet and exceed customer expectations, positioning Cayosoft for sustained industry success and market competitiveness.

Jarrod Roark combines over 20 years of strategic, operational, and go-to-market leadership in enterprise software. His proven ability to align technical excellence with strategic business objectives consistently drives impactful results, strengthens customer partnerships, and fuels organizational growth. Known for clarity, operational rigor, and a collaborative leadership approach, Jarrod fosters high-performing teams that consistently meet and exceed customer expectations, positioning Cayosoft for sustained industry success and market competitiveness.

Larry Kraft

SVP, Global Partnerships

Larry Kraft has joined Cayosoft as SVP, Global Partnerships. Larry brings over 25 years of partner and corporate development experience in high-tech firms, leading the global partnering efforts for companies such as CloudBolt Software, StealthBits (now part of Netwrix), SecureAuth, Exact Software, Quest Software and Sterling Commerce (now part of IBM). Larry has been recognized multiple times as an industry leading ‘Channel Chief’ and has proven success building and executing go-to-market partner strategies with the full spectrum of partner types, including: technology alliance partners, global system integrators, managed service providers, cloud service providers, value-added resellers and distributors, and delivery/implementation-focused partners. His career in technology has spanned across Cloud Computing, Cyber Security/ Identity & Access Management; ERP/CRM; Data Security/Protection/Backup; Systems Management and Virtualization. Larry graduated with honors with a double major from the University of Cincinnati’s Lindner College of Business and has been a guest speaker at the College.

Larry Kraft has joined Cayosoft as SVP, Global Partnerships. Larry brings over 25 years of partner and corporate development experience in high-tech firms, leading the global partnering efforts for companies such as CloudBolt Software, StealthBits (now part of Netwrix), SecureAuth, Exact Software, Quest Software and Sterling Commerce (now part of IBM). ...read more

Larry has been recognized multiple times as an industry leading ‘Channel Chief’ and has proven success building and executing go-to-market partner strategies with the full spectrum of partner types, including: technology alliance partners, global system integrators, managed service providers, cloud service providers, value-added resellers and distributors, and delivery/implementation-focused partners. His career in technology has spanned across Cloud Computing, Cyber Security/ Identity & Access Management; ERP/CRM; Data Security/Protection/Backup; Systems Management and Virtualization. Larry graduated with honors with a double major from the University of Cincinnati’s Lindner College of Business and has been a guest speaker at the College.

Jo Ann Scavina

SVP of Human Resources

Jo Ann is the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Cayosoft, where she brings a rare combination of startup tenacity, cross-functional expertise, and values-driven leadership to a high-growth software environment. With a career built on integrity, trust, authenticity, and agility, Jo Ann has been on the ground floor several startup organization-helping turn vision into reality through people-first strategies and operational excellence.

Throughout her career, Jo Ann has worked across multiple industries and departments, giving her a unique ability to connect HR strategy with broader business realities. With previous companies she led cultural transformation initiatives, and guided organizations through periods of rapid growth and change. The cross-functional fluency fuels a style of defined agility, collaboration, and deep understanding of how strong people practices drive organizational excellence

Since joining Cayosoft, Jo Ann has been instrumental in building the HR function from the ground up; crafting policies, shaping culture, and delivering people programs that are strategic as they are human. She champions excellence without ego, ensuring that every initiative not only supports growth but reflects the company’s core values.

With a clear vision for the future of Cayosoft, Jo Ann continues to elevate the HR function as a strategic partner in shaping organizational success.

Jo Ann is the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Cayosoft, where she brings a rare combination of startup tenacity, cross-functional expertise, and values-driven leadership to a high-growth software environment. With a career built on integrity, trust, authenticity, and agility, Jo Ann has been on the ground floor several startup organization-helping turn vision into reality through people-first strategies and operational excellence. ...read more

Throughout her career, Jo Ann has worked across multiple industries and departments, giving her a unique ability to connect HR strategy with broader business realities. With previous companies she led cultural transformation initiatives, and guided organizations through periods of rapid growth and change. The cross-functional fluency fuels a style of defined agility, collaboration, and deep understanding of how strong people practices drive organizational excellence

Since joining Cayosoft, Jo Ann has been instrumental in building the HR function from the ground up; crafting policies, shaping culture, and delivering people programs that are strategic as they are human. She champions excellence without ego, ensuring that every initiative not only supports growth but reflects the company’s core values.

With a clear vision for the future of Cayosoft, Jo Ann continues to elevate the HR function as a strategic partner in shaping organizational success.

Jennifer LuPiba

VP of Marketing

Jennifer LuPiba serves as Vice President of Marketing at Cayosoft Inc., bringing over 15 years of experience in strategic product marketing and thought leadership within the enterprise IT and cybersecurity sectors. Prior to joining Cayosoft, Jennifer held senior marketing roles at Quest Software, where she led initiatives in product marketing, analyst relations, public relations, and customer advocacy. She also chaired The Experts Conference (TEC), a premier event focused on Microsoft identity and security solutions. At Cayosoft, Jennifer is responsible for driving global marketing strategies, brand development, and demand generation efforts. Her leadership is instrumental in positioning Cayosoft as a leader in hybrid Active Directory management and recovery solutions. Jennifer is a recognized thought leader, having authored numerous articles and blogs aimed at C-level executives, emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and IT integration in modern enterprises.

Jennifer LuPiba serves as Vice President of Marketing at Cayosoft Inc., bringing over 15 years of experience in strategic product marketing and thought leadership within the enterprise IT and cybersecurity sectors. ...read more

Prior to joining Cayosoft, Jennifer held senior marketing roles at Quest Software, where she led initiatives in product marketing, analyst relations, public relations, and customer advocacy. She also chaired The Experts Conference (TEC), a premier event focused on Microsoft identity and security solutions.

At Cayosoft, Jennifer is responsible for driving global marketing strategies, brand development, and demand generation efforts. Her leadership is instrumental in positioning Cayosoft as a leader in hybrid Active Directory management and recovery solutions.

Jennifer is a recognized thought leader, having authored numerous articles and blogs aimed at C-level executives, emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and IT integration in modern enterprises.

Mandy Myers

VP of Customer Success

Mandy became a part of the Cayosoft Team in 2020. She brings with her over two decades of customer service and leadership experience in different business segments. Mandy’s journey to Cayosoft was fueled by her deep passion for customer success, and strong desire to grow alongside Cayosoft, which has resulted with an exceptional client retention rate. Mandy looks forward to making a continuous impact to the Cayosoft Team as they navigate new challenges and opportunities.

Mandy became a part of the Cayosoft Team in 2020. She brings with her over two decades of customer service and leadership experience in different business segments. Mandy’s journey to Cayosoft was fueled by her deep passion for customer success, and strong desire to grow alongside Cayosoft, which has resulted with an exceptional client retention rate. Mandy looks forward to making a continuous impact to the Cayosoft Team as they navigate new challenges and opportunities.