Hey, new customers!
As you've probably heard by now, Applied Connective acquired Connecting Point on May 1st, 2023! 
This means we're your new technology partner, and we couldn't be more thrilled about it.
We'll make a great team.
Connecting Point and Applied Connective just made sense.
Our teams have had a long-standing mutual respect for one another, and both parties are very excited to share this news. We’ve collaborated many times over the years with Tony & Ron, and they’re already great fits on our team. We feel lucky to have them sporting Applied Connective gear!
As a tech company passionate about people, meeting each of you is something we’re very much looking forward to, but first things first, we know you may have a few questions! We’ve tried to anticipate those and provide answers below!
With gratitude & optimism for a bright future together,
Your new friends at Applied Connective
FAQs
Where did Connecting Point go?
Connecting Point has been absorbed into Applied Connective. All current business clients are now under the umbrella of Applied Connective and will receive all the benefits of such! Tony & Ron have accepted positions on our IT department, but you can still find them (just wearing different logos on their shirts) at the Connecting Point building you’ve come to know on 23rd Street in Columbus!
So who’s Applied Connective?
Yep, we saw that coming. We’re an award-winning managed technology service provider with offices in Albion, Norfolk, and Columbus. We work with hundreds of small businesses, schools, county governments, healthcare entities, and other organizations throughout Nebraska, managing their technologies so they operate at peak potential 24/7. With experts in truly every facet of technology, our customers love that we’re a one-stop shop for their every need, and we pride ourselves on making their lives easier and offering absolutely unparalleled support.
Rather have the Cliff’s notes? We’re 51 technology experts/gurus/nerds who absolutely insist on helping our partners become their most secure, efficient, and profitable. Find out more about us below!
So you’re in Columbus?
Yep! Always have been, actually.
Most of our employees are based in Albion or Norfolk, but we’ve been proudly serving the Columbus area since our inception in 2004. Most recently, we were located in the Parkway Plaza building on Lost Creek Parkway, but our new digs are in the Connecting Point building you know and recognize on 23rd Street. We’re making some modifications to the building (it’ll no longer be a retail space), but nevertheless, feel free to stop in any time!
Okay, so if I have questions about our existing technologies, who do I call?
You can call the same number you always have. It now forwards to us. Tony and Ron will be our liaisons for you for the near term as you become acquainted with the rest of the crew. As we become familiar with each other, the rest of the support/project teams will be getting involved to allow for the best possible support and experience. We’re excited to meet all of you!
Where/how do I pay my bill?
Good question! Invoicing and payment for all products and services provided or delivered prior to 4/30/23 will be handled by Connecting Point. All invoicing and payment remittance for services and products provided on 5/1/23 or after will be handled by Applied Connective. Please make sure and ask for the appropriate billing contact and also a billing email. We’ll want to explain our billing system will deliver payments via email and that they will have the option to pay through the ConnectBooster payment portal.
Can I stop by and pick up some hardware?
Yes, for a finite amount of time. We are winding down the storefront retail aspects of the Columbus office. As inventory is depleted, it will not be replenished.
My home PC needs some repairs. Can I still stop in?
Walk-in PC repair services will be coming to an end. Clients who walk in that had been using this service previously will be allowed a final service visit.
Anything else I should know?
We’re here to help with anything you need—managed IT services, cyber security solutions, phone systems, surveillance systems, door access control, audio/video solutions, low-voltage cabling, infrastructure, consulting, and much more. We want to help you operate seamlessly, and our doors, inboxes, and phone lines are always open for you. Just reach out if you need anything!
MORE ABOUT APPLIED CONNECTIVE
Check out some of the basics below (or feel free to peruse the website)!
What we do
IN A NUTSHELL
Applied Connective is fortunate to employ the best and brightest experts in the region in virtually every facet of technology, which means our service offering is robust and, quite frankly, a bit of a mouthful. We're truly one team for all your technology solutions and are dedicated to helping your organization achieve maximum security, efficiency, and profitability.
Managed IT
Which also means...
PHONE SYSTEMS
Which also means...
PHYSICAL SECURITY
Which also means...
INFRASTRUCTURE
Which also means...
AUDIO/ VIDEO
Which also means...
AND MUCH MORE
BUT YOU GET THE GIST
Our team
INTRODUCING our starting lineup
We're proud to work alongside some awesome motivators, innovators, and problem solvers (also affectionately referred to as gurus, brainiacs, wizards, and nerds). Get to know us below!

Ed Knott, President

Will Zoucha, Operations Manager

Brigitte Burbach, HR Manager

Jarod Dendinger, Business Development

Ryan Robinson, AVS Service Manager

Justin Niewohner, AVS Project Manager

Nathan Niewohner, IT Project Manager

Sara Rasmussen, IT Service Desk Manager

Brandon Petersen, Relationship Manager

Matt Childress, Relationship Manager

Scott Whaley, IT Support Engineer

Alex Herstedt, Voice Technician

Eric Petsche, AVS Service Engineer

Lance Bain, Voice Technician

Jessi Larson, Creative & Marketing

Chase Thieman, AVS Technician

Cody Banzhaf, IT Manager

Eric Henn, Voice Technician

Eric Beckman, AVS Project Foreman

Kelsi Funk, IT Systems Specialist

Kris Wright, AVS Service Technician

Bryce Molt, IT Systems Specialist

Weston Ray, Inventory & Facilities

Mikki Mangus, Accountant

Justin Borgmann, IT Support Specialist

Heidi Kahlo, IT Support Engineer

Logan Niewohner, IT Systems Specialist

Clay Anderson, WISP Technician

Kara Frey, Administrative Assistant

Kenley Silhacek, IT Senior Network Engineer

Kurt Langer, WISP Technician

Casey Schalk, AVS Technician

Grady Higgins, IT Support Specialist

Justin Bounds, AVS Technician

Heath Murray, IT Support Specialist

Brandi Feldmann, IT Support Specialist

Will Frey, AVS Technician

Konnor Gibson, IT Project Engineer

Mason Uhing, IT Support Specialist

Faith Nunn, IT Support Specialist

Andy Grupp, IT Support Specialist

Lacey Henn, Administrative Assistant

Blake Olnes, AVS Technician

Travis Petsche, Relationship Manager

Nevan Hoffman, IT Support Specialist

Jill Petsche, IT Support Specialist

Tony Kresha, IT Support Engineer
