Mutually Human Software expands, adds team in Columbus, Ohio

Mutually Human Software is growing -- with a slight twist. The Grand Rapids-based software development company has added seven new employees to its team but, unlike previous hires, the new "Humans" will be based in Columbus, Ohio.

Mark Van Holstyn, Mutually Human president, says the Columbus hires were working together at another firm and reached out to MH about joining their company. "The group approached us initially because they felt a connection to our culture and values," Van Holstyn says.   

Finding and hiring top-notch tech talent is not easy, so discussions were ramped up quickly with the Columbus-based programmers and, while trying to figure out the best fit, it made the most sense to keep the team in Ohio. "They wanted to stay there because they have homes and families in the city but also because the tech industry is really booming all over the Midwest. Columbus has a lot going on. It's home to some of the biggest corporations around so it's a bit of an untapped sweet spot. The group we hired has created and maintained good relationships with Columbus-based customers and we're looking forward to creating even more."

Having the team in Columbus helps Mutually Human on multiple on fronts, says Van Holstyn:  "Because of our increase in size and capacity we can work on larger projects with bigger clients, and because of the location of the offices we're gaining important expertise in working remotely."  

Van Holstyn also says both offices will benefit from a cross-pollination of cultures.  "Mike Doel and Gina Winkler, who are running the Columbus office, bring with them years of experience in the industry, expertise in project management, and a practice called Investment Friday," he says. "Monday through Thursday (are) totally focused on billable client work, Fridays (are) for investment in internal and personal work. We are starting to experiment with this one practice (in our Grand Rapids office) and are excited and inspired."

With the new team in place, Van Holstyn also says job openings remain in both offices.

To learn more about Mutually Human you can visit their site here.

Writer: John Rumery, Innovation and Jobs News Editor.