Marty Parker
Owner and CEO
Marty Parker, an alumnus of Francis Marion University with over three decades of IT Management expertise. His career spans 13 years in the manufacturing sector and another 13 years in corporate healthcare institutions. Before acquiring Heritage Digital, Marty spent eight years as the Chief Information Officer at Carolinas Hospital System in Florence, SC. When he's not immersed in the tech world, Marty enjoys golfing, fishing, and hunting. He and his wife, Karole, are passionate sports enthusiasts! Marty is also a proud father to three sons: Trey, Ken, and Kris.
Luke Peluso
Vice President of Professional Services
Luke Peluso, an alumnus of Coastal Carolina University, boasts over twenty years of experience in the IT industry. Before joining the Heritage Digital team, Luke gained valuable experience in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors. For more than eleven years, he has held various technical and business roles at Heritage Digital. Currently, Luke oversees the development, delivery, and management of advanced technologies and managed service delivery. His responsibilities also include overseeing the professional development of technical staff and securing Heritage Digital’s internal infrastructure. Outside of work, Luke enjoys grilling with friends and family, supporting Carolina Rays Youth Baseball, and watching USC Trojan football.
Aaron Castro
Director of Operations and Finance
Aaron Castro, an accomplished IT leader with over 25 years of experience, brings a wealth of knowledge to Heritage Digital as Director of Operations and Finance. His diverse background spans sectors including the US Navy, Tokyo Disneyland, and global gaming and manufacturing companies. Known for his innovative approaches to infrastructure management and data handling, Aaron has led global IT teams, managed thousands of servers worldwide, and implemented critical disaster recovery solutions. At Heritage Digital, he combines his technical expertise with strategic vision, leveraging his project management skills and empathetic problem-solving approach to drive operational excellence. Aaron's passion for large-scale data center architecture and his ability to develop creative solutions make him a valuable asset to the team.
Letia James
Brand Strategy Director
Letia James, a distinguished member of Phi Theta Kappa and a New Century Workforce Pathways Scholar, graduated from Florence-Darlington Technical College and Francis Marion University. With over 15 years of experience in marketing, program management, and client relations across corporate and nonprofit sectors, she joined Heritage Digital in July 2023. Initially, she focused on direct marketing creative, offering cost-saving insights and managing CRM strategies to expand the company’s reach. Now, as Brand Strategy Director, Letia spearheads initiatives like cybersecurity symposiums, food drives, and educational seminars that foster relationships with business clients and community leaders. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, writing, music, and traveling out West.
Kate Craig
Customer Service Advocate
Kate Craig joined Heritage Digital in December 2021 as a Customer Service Advocate, bringing over a decade of experience in sales and administration. In her role, Kate serves as a dedicated liaison between clients and Heritage Digital, focusing on enhancing customer experience and ensuring optimal utilization of services. Her expertise in relationship-building and commitment to client success have been instrumental in strengthening partnerships and driving customer satisfaction. Kate works closely with clients to understand their needs, overcome challenges, and maximize their investment in Heritage Digital's solutions. Outside of work, Kate enjoys quality time with her husband Michael, and their children, Emma and Lincoln. An outdoor enthusiast, she can often be found relaxing on the front porch, organizing impromptu dance parties, perfecting her golf swing, or playing fetch with their beloved shepherds, Sirius and Lily.
Maleek Self
Systems Solutions Technician
Maleek earned his associate degree in Networks Systems Management from Florence-Darlington Technical College in 2022 and joined the HD team. Maleek was born and raised in Florence and graduated from South Florence High School. Maleek's passion for helping people get the solutions they need to their problems makes him a valuable asset to our team. Maleek is actively working on CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, and CompTIA Security+ certifications to advance his knowledge. Maleek enjoys playing video games and spending time with his family and friends in his free time.
Danny Bratcher
Systems Solutions Technician
Danny graduated from Honeapath High School and proudly served our nation in the US Army. Danny has been immersed in technology for over five years. During his time in the Army, Danny underwent IT training at Fort Gordon and finished training in 2020 at the Cyber Center of Excellence. Danny served as a Nodal Networking Operations Manager in New York until he and his wife relocated to Darlington, and he joined our team. Danny enjoys spending time with his wife and their pets, family, and friends in his free time.
