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ABOUT Computer Revolutions

Our Story

Welcome to Computer Revolutions, a powerhouse in the Quad Cities’ IT scene since we launched in 2004. What started as a humble storefront downtown Moline has exploded into a leading technology provider with locations spanning across both sides of the river. We’ve grown into an IT force, serving businesses, organizations, and individuals, not only in the Quad Cities, but coast to coast. We provide cutting-edge solutions and unmatched expertise that has proven to be invaluable to our clients. Our secret sauce? It’s all about delivering excellence from the first contact. We’re obsessed with providing top-tier products and services that set the gold standard for quality. No shortcuts, no compromises, just solid results that our clients can depend on. By consistently pushing and keeping up with the boundaries of technological advances, we’ve redefined what IT services mean, leaving other providers scrambling to keep up. At Computer Revolutions, we’re not just about fixing tech or installing systems (although we’re absolute pros at it); we’re about forging lasting partnerships, tackling complex challenges and empowering our clients to thrive in a fast-moving digital world. From startups to major enterprises, our team is ready to deliver tailored solutions that drive success. Whether you’re local to us in Moline, Bettendorf, or anywhere else across the region, please reach out to us and discover why Computer Revolutions is the trusted name for world-class IT!

MEET OUR TEAM

 

Michael Trowbridge

Project Manager

Ben Ade

Regional Manager
 
  • Favorite Work Task:
  • I love my job, so it’s hard to narrow it down. If I absolutely had to choose, I would say that my favorite thing to do at work is to avoid filling out my online bio, and just waiting until someone else fills it out for me (“Thanks, Ben!” “Gee, Travis. You sure are welcome!”)

  • Bucket List:
  • To one day have a bucket list. And once I get one then complete everything on it! Wait, does this mean that I’m done???

  • Hobbies/Interests:
  • I like Mustangs. The car, not the horse, just in case there was any confusion.

  • Preferred TV Shows:
  • All of them. They’re just great. And Ducktales! Woo-ooo!!!

  • Industry Inspirations:
  • Globogym. They’re better than you, and they know it.

  • Favorite Quote:
  • “I am Iron Man” -Tony Stark “You’re welcome!” -Maui (2016)

 

  • Favorite Work Task:
  • Network Design and Configuration

 

  • Bucket List:
  • Own an RV with a trailer full of tools and drive the US helping disaster victims, Drive an Audi R8, Own a year-round greenhouse

 

  • Hobbies/Interests:
  • Gardening, Camping, Fishing, Photography

 

  • Preferred TV Shows:
  • Marvel’s Daredevil, Doctor Who, Psych, Star Trek:TNG

 

  • Industry Inspirations:
  • Shirish Tangirala, Marissa Mayer, Sayta Nadella, Meg Whitman

 

  • Favorite Quote:
  • “In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: it goes on.” Robert Frost

  • Favorite Work Task:
  • Fixing all the things that no one else can figure out. (You’re Welcome!!!)
 
  • Bucket List:
  • Travel the world (or maybe just Denver. Yeah, Denver sounds like fun), Build a barn for shelter animals, Be judge #3 at the Westminster Abby Dog Show, Meet the Martian ambassador that starred in ‘Mars Attacks’. (ACK! ACK-ACK! ACK!) Visit 42 Wallaby Way, Sydney, Australia
 
  • Hobbies/Interests:
  • In my spare time I enjoy doing teacher-related arts & crafts with my teacher-wife and our two cats, Milo (a.k.a. Milo-saurus, King of the Forest) and Loki (a.k.a. Squish-McBites)
 
  • Preferred TV Shows:
  • Fireplace for your Home
 
  • Industry Inspirations:
  • Gary Larson, Bill Waterson, Bob Ross, Fred Rodgers
 
  • Favorite Quote:
  • “Trouble? You’re only in trouble if you get caught.” -Aladdin, 1992

John Reninger

Bettendorf Store Manager

Sam Frantz

Technician

Daphne Larson

Canine Intern

 

  • Favorite Work Task:
  • Computer builds, Overclocking, and Networking

 

  • Bucket List:
  • Living Abroad, Visit Red Rocks for a Show, and Learn to play an instrument

 

  • Hobbies/Interests:
  • Car Work/Modding and Fish Keeping

 

  • Preferred TV Shows:
  • Game of Thrones, Rick and Morty, and Doctor Who

 

  • Industry Inspirations:
  • Linus Torvalds

 

  • Favorite Quote:
  • “It costs a dollar to make the mark, the other ninety-nine was knowing where to put the mark”
 
  • Favorite Work Task:
  • Replacing hardware
 
  • Bucket List:
  • Sky diving, learn to do a backflip
 
  • Hobbies/Interests:
  • Baseball, working out
 
  • Preferred TV Shows:
  • How I Met Your Mother

  • Industry Inspirations:
  • Bill Gates

  • Favorite Quote:
  • “fake it until you make it”

 

  • Favorite Work Task:
  • Greeting new friends who visit the store. Taking naps under the computer bench. Running away with network cables. Anything, really. I’m just glad that I get to be part of the team!

 

  • Bucket List:
  • I would pick a bucket full of bones. Is that an option?

 

  • Hobbies/Interests:
  • Bones, mostly. Stealing my human’s company profile was fun too!

 

  • Preferred TV Shows:
  • Bones. I’ve never seen it. But I bet it’s great!

 

  • Industry Inspirations:
  • My human, Travis Larson

 

  • Favorite Quote:
  • Bark! Bark-bark-baaaaaark!