About Us

Immense Networks was founded in 2005 by two childhood friends who shared a passion for technology and problem-solving. The success of their first “start-up,” a computer club in 7th grade, fueled their interest to learn more and do more in the technology field. They honed their IT skills by setting up game networks and investigated behind-the-scenes elements of big IT companies. After both earned their degrees from Louisiana State University, they combined their years of practical and academic knowledge to launch Immense Networks.

Now approaching their 20th year of helping businesses across Louisiana achieve success through technology management, Immense has developed a reputation for providing innovative solutions and trusted services for a wide range of clients.

Meet the Immense Team

President & Founder

Bret Esquivel, MCSE, CCNA

Vice President & Founder

Darren Kattan, CCNA, MCP

Director of Operations

Michael Armand, MCP

Director of Finance

Mary Beth Smith

Service Manager

Kayla Carline

President & Founder

Bret Esquivel, MCSE, CCNA

Bret graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. He holds certifications for MCP, MCSA, MCTS: Exchange, MCSE, & CCNA. Bret’s strengths are in Cisco networking equipment, *nix/Windows server implementation, and management.

Vice President & Founder

Darren Kattan, CCNA, MCP

Darren graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering. He has a depth of experience in the field of technical support with a strength in root cause analysis.

Director of Operations

Michael Armand, MCP

After earning a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Decision Sciences from Louisiana State University, Michael joined Immense Networks in 2015. He has a proven track record of driving efficiency and excellence across various business functions for our clients. With a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset, he has consistently demonstrated the ability to lead teams towards achieving organizational goals while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. He is a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), with strengths in Azure, data science, and cloud computing.

Director of Finance

Mary Beth Smith

With a passion for numbers and spreadsheets, Mary Beth graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. She spent the first 17 years in the construction industry before joining Immense Networks in 2024. She possesses a keen eye for detail and a thorough knowledge of accounting, giving her the ability to navigate complex financial data with ease, utilizing techniques to streamline processes and drive efficiency.

Service Manager

Kayla Carline

Kayla holds an Associate Degree in Information Technology and offers Immense Networks’ clients an extensive background in customer service. She joined the company in 2015. With a fervent passion for technology and an unwavering commitment to service excellence, Kayla serves as a linchpin in facilitating communication among various departments at Immense. She is adept at fostering an inclusive, results-driven culture, underscoring her role as a pivotal driver of organizational success.

Sr. Systems Engineer

Josh Nance

Systems Engineer

Clay Tillman

Tools and Automation Specialist

David Lockwood

Technical Support Specialist

Derek Hutchinson

Technical Support Specialist

Joseph Rodriguez

Jr. Technical Support Specialist

Austin Ford

JR. Technical Support Specialist

Tara Leger

Technical Coordinator

Lauren Landry

Technical Coordinator

Liz Shenefelt

Procurement Specialist

Arielle O’Brien

Sr. Systems Engineer

Josh Nance

Systems Engineer

Clay Tillman

Tools and Automation Specialist

David Lockwood

Technical Support Specialist

Derek Hutchinson

Technical Support Specialist

Joseph Rodriguez

Jr. Technical Support Specialist

Austin Ford

JR. Technical Support Specialist

Tara Leger

Technical Coordinator

Lauren Landry

Technical Coordinator

Liz Shenefelt

Procurement Specialist

Arielle O’Brien

Our Building Blocks

Our core values provide the foundation for our company. Rather than just solving your problems, we want to inspire you to truly rethink the way technology both anchors your business and propels it toward success.

Proud Passion
Proud Passion
We genuinely love what we do and take pride in our work.
Modern Technology
Modern Technology
We seek out and fully embrace the latest technological advances for your business.
Experienced Team
Experienced Team
Our team members are well-trained, experienced innovators.
Dedication
Dedication
Your problems become our problems and we won’t stop until you’re completely satisfied.
Proven Systems
Proven Systems
We’ve identified best practices and have created internal systems that allow us to optimize our response to your needs.
Expert Recommendations
Expert Recommendations
We find and test viable new solutions to improve your business workflow.
Training Documents
Training Documents
We provide step-by-step instruction documents with images detailing how to perform company-specific tasks.
Familiar Support
Familiar Support
Our expert technicians are assigned to your company so you can develop a comfortable level of trust.
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