We are on a Mission to Help you…

The founder of KeVaCo , Keith Darby began his computer education & training days at Grumman Aerospace Corp on Long Island, NY in early 1980s. It was a new world filled with excitement and challenges. He thrived on writing code to support complex systems that were critical to the company’s operations. It was here that Keith developed his deep understanding of COBOL and honed his problem-solving skills. With every line of code he wrote, he grew more passionate about the world of programming. In the mid 1980’s, Keith’s skills were in high demand, and he found himself working at the prestigious Chase Manhattan Bank. Here, he played a vital role in building the bank’s online presence, ensuring that customers could access their accounts and perform transactions securely over the internet. Keith’s expertise in web development and his understanding of the financial sector made him an invaluable asset to the team.

The late 1980’s took Keith to Vermont where he established himself in a third generation of gifted stone & brick masons among both grandfathers, father and then him. So he laid the computer to the side out of necessity but never totally stopped being infatuated & intrigued with the possibilities of this fascinating industry.

As the 1990s rolled in, the internet revolution began to unfold, and Keith eagerly embraced the emerging technologies. He witnessed the rise of dial-up connections and the advent of HTML, which opened up a whole new world of possibilities. Keith knew he had to adapt and expand his skills to keep up with the fast-paced digital landscape. Thus the lowly beginnings of our company, KeVaCo in 1995, registered in 1998 and by 2003 was a full fledged Web Design & Hosting company with about 20 clients.

This was when Keith incorporated his wife, Vanetta Darby into the mix and the KeVaCo became their full-time business. Vanetta is a native born 3rd generation Vermonter with a common sense level of logic, a socially upbeat attitude, and a desire to help others to expand their talents, knowledge and goals. As an Assistant to Keith, she was the office management, financial management, and customer service end of the company. However, with Vanetta’s creativity, drive and hunger for learning new things, she took college courses to get up to speed in the computer industry.

During this time, KeVaCo took on new challenges, including developing websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Keith’s dedication to mastering new technologies led him to explore PHP and C++, broadening his toolkit and allowing him to create dynamic and interactive websites.

KeVaCo’s talent for crafting visually appealing and functional web pages quickly gained recognition and clientele drew to about 150. One of the feathers in their cap was a niche that KeVaCo embraced with some good old Vermont ingenuity & bartering. People were still apprehensive at this time of internet presence for their business and skeptical of putting their money & information out online. The municipalities didn’t want to pay for the service of building a website, so KeVaCo initiated an idea for business to buy banner ads which would pay for a page of the town’s website. Well, it took off like wildfire! Over the years we have worked with many Vermont towns to build a website, train employees how to do the basics of uploading files, changing text, etc, and always offer friendly, prompt customer service for any concerns, issues that may arise. We are “Always Here to Help”! With our caring customer service, we still maintain a working relationship with many of those towns from 20 years ago!

As the new millennium 2000 dawned, KeVaCo continued to adapt to the ever-evolving digital landscape. They witnessed the birth of content management systems (CMS) like WordPress, which revolutionized website creation. KeVaCo’s knowledge of programming languages and his ability to leverage these tools made him a sought-after developer.

With the rise of web builders like Elementor and Gutenberg, KeVaCo marveled at how far technology had come. These intuitive platforms empowered even non-technical users to build stunning websites effortlessly. KeVaCo realizes that their extensive experience and expertise are invaluable in assisting individuals and businesses in navigating the complexities of these web builders.

Today, KeVaCo is still passionate about programming and building websites. They embrace the latest trends and technologies, always eager to expand theirs knowledge. Keith’s years of experience, from COBOL at Grumman to today’s web builders, have shaped him into a well-rounded developer who can adapt to any challenge that comes his way. Keith applauds Vanetta for her tenacity for seeing his vision and being instrumental in bringing it to fruition. Keith says “ She left me in the dust!”

KeVaCo’s friendly nature and willingness to share their knowledge have made them a mentor and guide for aspiring business owners. Still working at full capacity, they offer consultation to new business startups, continue education of newest trends & softwares, participate in online forums, helping others troubleshoot issues, and sharing tips and tricks of accumulated knowledge over the years.

In this ever-changing world of technology, KeVaCo’s story stands as a testament to the power of passion, adaptability, and continuous learning. We have not only witnessed but actively contributed to the digital revolution, leaving a contributing legacy to our community and inspiring generations of business entrepreneurs to come.
Our signature has always been “Our Word is our Bond, Our Handshake of Commitment”