About

The Story Behind Mike W Consulting

I've spent over 20 years in technology — starting in hands-on IT and systems work, and spending the last several years designing and building full software products of my own. That combination is exactly what I bring to custom software work: I understand infrastructure, security, and how systems actually run in production, not just how to write code.

Meet Mike Walton

Software Developer · 20+ Years in Technology · Based in Crozet/Charlottesville, VA

I don't just build to spec and walk away — I build software I'd be comfortable running myself, because I do. I currently design, build, and operate five live SaaS products, alongside custom development work for local and regional businesses.

20+ years of hands-on technical experience, from systems administration to full product development
Founder and sole developer of CertMS, MonitorDMARC, Subnet24, CenterSync Pro, and SimpleOrch
Deep experience across cloud infrastructure, security, and building software that has to run reliably in the real world
Based locally in the Charlottesville/Crozet area — available for in-person conversations, not just a support ticket queue

Why Businesses Choose to Work With Me

I Learn Your Business First

No proposal until I actually understand your workflow. Custom software built on a misunderstanding is just expensive off-the-shelf software.

I Build What I'd Actually Use

Running five of my own products means I don't design software in a vacuum — I know what breaks in production, and I build accordingly.

A Long-Term Partner, Not a One-Time Vendor

Most of my work comes from long relationships, not one-off projects. I want to be your software partner for years, not months.

Local, and Easy to Reach

Based in Crozet/Charlottesville — happy to meet in person, not just over a ticket system.