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ZeroDual, powered by OPTIZMO

OPTIZMO was launched in 2009 by co-founders Khris Thayer and Grant Fern. From its inception, the company has been focused on delivering email compliance and suppression list management solutions. OPTIZMO provides automation software for optimizing the collection, storage, and distribution of sensitive consumer data in a secure environment with unparalleled performance analytics and visibility into how third parties interact with your data.

With the legal industry’s growing need for a fast, intuitive platform that supports a fresh, innovative approach to Dual Representation management, OPTIZMO is uniquely positioned as an independent third party to introduce our existing, industry-standard technology into a sector that lacks an MDL level 'source of truth' or a system for checking duplicate cases.

Over the years, the company has grown and as of 2024, has team members located in multiple locations around the world, including Austin TX, Charleston SC, Denver CO and Brisbane, Australia.

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Our Expertise

Leading the Email Compliance Industry

OPTIZMO is the recognized thought-leader in email compliance and suppression list management, email campaign management, dual representation management, data management, and risk mitigation services.

Perhaps the only truly independent suppression list and data management system, OPTIZMO is unaffiliated with any marketing company, legal firm, or other technology platform. This allows us to focus on delivering the most robust solutions in the industry and make them available to every client, with no potential conflicts of interest.

OPTIZMO saves you time and money, and assures your data is safe and secure.

World-Wide Client Support

We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding support for all our clients. We can confidently say that no other company in the industry provides the level of dedication, support, and service we provide to every client.

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Our Leadership Team

It’s All About The People

Since its founding, OPTIZMO has been dedicated to building the most talented, professional, and knowledgeable team that delivers world-class support, while also being a pleasure to work with for our clients.

With that in mind, our team is made up of experienced leaders across the organization, with years of experience in digital and email marketing, email compliance, marketing technology, information security, training and customer support.

khris thayer

Khris Thayer

Co-Founder & CEO
Grant fern

Grant Fern

Co-Founder & CTO
Jake Dearstyne

Jake Dearstyne

Chief Revenue Officer
Tom Wozniak

Tom Wozniak

Chief Operations Officer
Brian Culp

Brian Culp

EVP of sales & Client Services
Dave Prickett

Dave Prickett

Director of Administrative Operations
Marc Ulridge

Marc Ulridge

Head of Software Development

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