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Our story and people

We partner with non-profits and the public sector to create tailored digital solutions that amplify community impact, with over 600 successful projects driven by two decades of expertise.

About us

Sandbox Software Solutions is a digital agency dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the world of non-profits and the public sector. For more than two decades, our team has been fueled by a passion to drive change and foster connections that truly matter – connections between Sandbox and our clients, and our clients and their audiences.  

Our talented team is composed of:

Together, we’ve crafted over 600 successful projects, tailored to meet the unique challenges and opportunities faced by our clients. We don’t just build websites and applications; we create platforms that Amplify the Good in the communities which our clients serve.  

We believe that the best digital solutions are created from a genuine understanding of what drives each non-profit’s mission. That’s why we take the time to immerse ourselves in your goals and challenges, ensuring that every solution we develop not only meets, but exceeds expectations. 

Our mission is to Amplify the Good that our partners do to support their communities.

The scoop on Sandbox

Sandbox is a full-service development agency based in Guelph, Ontario with more than 20 years of experience building custom digital solutions. We pride ourselves in taking our clients from concept to completion, then providing reliable and responsive hosting and maintenance services to keep our products up-to-date and secure.

What makes us different? All our key staff, including web and software developers and Help Desk team members are full-time employees – no outsourcing. We have chosen to specialize in working with public sector and non-profit organizations and so we are familiar with the unique challenges they face. With a strong culture and a commitment to “AmplifyingGood,” we aim to be the last digital agency you’ll ever need.

Full-service development agency

We offer solutions from web and app to software development, consulting, and support and maintenance.

600+ successful projects

With over 600 successful projects, you can trust that Sandbox is here to deliver the solution you want to see.

Based in Guelph, Ontario

With a main office in Guelph, some of our team members are remote across Canada. We’re Canadian owned and operated!

AmplifyingGood program

We offer opportunities for our team to reach out to their communities and give back through volunteering. More about AmplifyingGood.

Over 20 years of experience

We’ve been building custom solutions since we started and we take pride in how we can help you with your project.

In-house design and development

All of our team members are full-time Sandbox employees. Sandbox will never outsource any of your work.

Meet the Team

  • Devin smiling warmly at the camera against a neutral background. He is light skin toned, bald and wearing glasses and a dress shirt,
    With over 20 years of digital experience, Devin helps define technical needs for digital solutions. He advises on best practices and strategy supporting digital transformation and project success.

    Devin Gauthier

    Managing Partner and Co-Founder

  • Denise smiles at the camera. She has long wavy hair and wears red framed glasses, and a black sweater over a red tshirt.
    Denise is our VP Administration, driving operational excellence and team success. Outside work, she enjoys gardening, live music, and cheering on her three athletic boys. She balances work and her passion for family and community.

    Denise Jupp

    VP Administration

  • Drew Edwards smiles at the camera. He has light-toned skin, light hair, and wears a blue collared shirt.
    Drew has held multiple roles at Sandbox and now spends his time working with existing and potential clients to find the right solution for their needs. He spends his spare time riding his bike and doom scrolling.

    Drew Edwards

    Director of Business Development and Partnerships

  • Kara Gauthier smiling towards camera
    As Director of Project Delivery, Kara leads a solutions-driven project team with creativity and passion. Beyond work, she enjoys cooking, sewing, knitting, and making music.

    Kara Gauthier

    Director of Project Delivery

  • Drew Edwards smiles at the camera. He has light-toned skin, light hair, and wears a blue collared shirt.
    Drew has held multiple roles at Sandbox and now spends his time working with existing and potential clients to find the right solution for their needs. He spends his spare time riding his bike and doom scrolling.

    Drew Edwards

    Director of Business Development and Partnerships

  • Britt is smiling at the camera. She has long dark hair and is wearing glasses. She is wearing a white shirt under a black button-up shirt.
    After graduating from Carleton University, in 2023, Britt joined Sandbox’s business development team to curate and craft proposals. In her free time, Britt enjoys playing video games and going on hikes with her dog.

    Brittney Hoang

    Proposal Coordinator and Writer

  • Kara Gauthier smiling towards camera
    As Director of Project Delivery, Kara leads a solutions-driven project team with creativity and passion. Beyond work, she enjoys cooking, sewing, knitting, and making music.

    Kara Gauthier

    Director of Project Delivery

  • Jacqueline smiles at the camera. She has light-toned skin and brown hair. She's wearing a navy blue dress with a white print
    As the Project Delivery Manager, Jacqueline loves working with people and coming up with innovative solutions for clients. Outside of work, she also enjoys long walks with her dog Yoshi, and spending time with family.

    Jacqueline Demetroff

    Project Delivery Manager

  • Meg smiles at the camera. She has light-toned skin and brown hair. She wears round glasses and a black jacket.
    Meg joined Sandbox in 2017 and leads QA and accessibility initiatives with expertise and dedication. She is passionate about creating inclusive online spaces. Outside of work, Meg enjoys time with her daughter and playing D&D.

    Meg Harding, CPACC

    Manager of Quality and Accessibility

  • David smiles at the camera. He has short hair, a long beard, and wears glasses. He is wearing a black shirt underneath a red checkered shirt.
    David has a background in applied computer science. He joined Sandbox in 2018 and has held a number of roles within the company. Aside from work, he reads novels, and enjoys building models.

    David McAskile

    Project Coordinator

  • Sandra smiles at the camera. She has long dark hair and wears glasses. She is wearing a white shirt underneath a blue blazer.
    Sandra holds a UX Design Certification from York University and is passionate about creating intuitive, and user-centred digital experiences. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with family, beach days, and reading.

    Sandra Braga

    Business Analyst

  • Annaleise smiles at the camera, wearing a mauve fitted long-sleeve top. She has a dark skin complexion, and her braided hair is styled in a bun.
    Annaleise loves to leverage her UX design background to encourage seamless digital experiences as a Project Assistant. On her weekends she cherishes family game nights and roller skating.

    Annaleise Cogle

    Project Assistant

  • Jim smiles at the camera. He has brown hair and eyes. He is wearing a white golf shirt.
    Jim Lloyd is a Graphic Design Production graduate from Mohawk College, has over 10 years of experience creating 150+ websites, logos, brochures, and animations. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and various design tools.

    Jim Lloyd

    Web Media Designer

  • Derek smiles facing forward. He has short brown hair and a light beard. He is wearing a white shirt underneath a blue button down.
    A graduate of Software Engineering at the University of Guelph, Derek has worked for Sandbox since 2014. He loves learning new technologies and building solutions the right way. In his spare time Derek enjoys playing sports.

    Derek Dekroon

    Senior Software Developer

  • Dean flashes a toothy grin at the camera. He is clean shaven, has short dark hair, and wears rimmed glasses and a black tee.
    Dean started his IT career in 2000, and has worked with lots of technologies, industries, and people. Since joining the Sandbox team in 2018 as a senior software developer, he's helped build and launch many successful projects.

    Dean Maloney

    Senior Software Developer

  • Stephen is a large, middle-aged Caucasian male with short dark hair and brown eyes, wearing an open black sweater over an orange t-shirt.
    Stephen has worked with Sandbox for over six years, building website solutions and digital tools for healthcare professionals across Canada. At home, he is an amateur writer and artist while also dabbling in game design.

    Stephen Wry

    Web Developer

  • Grant smiles at the camera. He has light-toned skin and blonde hair. He wears a long sleeve plaid shirt.
    Grant joined the Sandbox Software team in 2022 and wasted no time getting acquainted with the culture of Sandbox. Working in Quality Assurance, his attention to detail ensure high-quality, functional websites.

    Grant Dineen

    Quality Assurance Coordinator

  • Mark has short blond hair with a goatee and wears glasses. He is wearing a dark gray dress shirt while smiling at the camera.
    Mark holds a BSc in CIS from the University of Guelph and is an AWS Certified Solutions Architect -Associate. He is highly skilled in full stack development, server management, security, and helps develop a flexible, skilled team.

    Mark George

    Technical Lead and Co-Founder

  • A professional headshot of Brenden who has short dark hair, wearing a red dress shirt, looking directly at the camera while smiling.
    Brenden is an IT manager with 5+ years of experience in systems, security, and team leadership. A Durham College grad, he’s a BMX enthusiast and gamer, balancing work and hobbies to stay energized and focused in the IT world.

    Brenden Demetroff

    Support, Infrastructure and Security Manager

  • Joshua is looking at the camera. He has brown hair and a beard. He is wearing a jacket with the company logo.
    Joshua has been developing websites for over 15 years. With a specific interest in open source content management systems, like WordPress, he is a valuable member of the Sandbox team.

    Joshua Harding

    Web Developer

  • Jerry smiles at the camera. He has short black hair and wears glasses. He is wearing a white shirt.
    Jerry has a background in computer science. He joined Sandbox in 2019 and is interested in all the projects across the company. Aside from work, he reads novels, watches anime, plays mobile games, and eats spicy food. 

    Jerry Xu

    Software Developer

  • David smiles at the camera. He has brown hair and brown eyes. He wears a maroon shirt under an oversized brown shacket.
    David has a computer science background and a Web Development diploma. Since 2022, he's been part of the Support team at Sandbox, restoring order from chaos, hunting down the best ramen, and bouldering as often as possible.

    David Edgar

    Tier 2 Support

  • Ray smiles at the camera. He has dark hair and wears a grey suit with a blue shirt and tie.
    Ray received his Bachelor's Degree in Cognitive Science from Simon Fraser University. He joined Sandbox's Help Desk Support Team in 2024 and works from British Columbia. He enjoys tennis, video games, and learning new things.

    Ryuichi Shiroma-Chao

    Tier 1 Support