Brian M Rahill, President

Brian’s extensive experience in website development and database design are critical skills to RainStorm, complementing his ability to manage the on-time completion of projects and communication with clients. His extensive knowledge of both Linux and Windows server administration and database development are critical to the success of each project. Brian graduated summa cum laude from the University of New Hampshire with degrees in Microbiology and Biochemistry and earned a Master’s degree in Educational Technology from The Ohio State University. 

Jason Clarke, Project Manager

A web developer and writer, Jason supervises project management, client relations, and web development for RainStorm. An accomplished blogger and former board member of Media Bloggers Association, Jason develops strategies for RainStorm clients navigating more recent web-based opportunities including blogging, online advertising, and community-building strategies. He is often quoted in blogs and traditional media on new media topics. 

Joel Mahaffey, Web Developer

A graduate of Penn State University, Joel builds and manages standards-compliant, CSS-based websites for RainStorm. As a graphic designer with experience in both print and the web, he also builds and consults on web interface designs for RainStorm clients.  

Matt James, Programmer

A 2005 graduate of the University of Maine with a degree in New Media, Matt designs and engineers all aspects of web-based programming projects for RainStorm, from the look-and-feel to the database and code. With fellow RainStorm programmer Jeremy Knope, Matt is one of only 3 Zend Certified PHP5 Engineers in the state of Maine.

Raymond Kolbe, Programmer

Ray is a 2008 graduate of Husson University with a Bachelors degree in Computer Information Systems. He will be collaborating with fellow RainStorm programmer Matt James to build and enhance SiteTurbine, the company's suite of web-based software tools. Ray is also currently working on his Zend certification and is an official blogger for Solar, a PHP5 framework.