MEET THE TEAM
(PHOTO OF CNC TOOL PATH OF DOUBLESTACK 1911 GRIP MODULE)
TOOL PATH DISTANCE: 321 FEET
BUILT BY OPERATORS - NOT ADMINISTRATORS
The owners are the operators, ensuring daily operations, quality, and responsiveness at every stage of production.
CO-FOUNDER
CJ brings extensive experience in firearms development, engineering, and precision manufacturing to Proxy Solutions.
After joining the United States Air Force, he advanced from Military Police to become Head Gunsmith for the Air Force National Shooting Team, ultimately retiring with the rank of Master Sergeant.
In 2015, CJ joined F-1 Firearms as Vice President of Research & Development, where he led the design and development of more than 80 products and helped drive the company's growth to over $20 million in annual revenue prior to its sale in 2023.
CJ leverages his expertise in product innovation, manufacturing processes, and leadership to help drive the continued growth and success of Proxy Solutions.
CO-FOUNDER
Kyle Haman brings extensive leadership experience in firearms manufacturing, operations, and process optimization to Proxy Solutions. He spent eight years with F-1 Firearms, serving as Vice President of Manufacturing and helping scale production, streamline operations, and support the company's growth into a leading firearms manufacturer.
Following F-1, Kyle served as Director of Operations for Levitated Metals, where he further expanded his expertise in advanced manufacturing, operational efficiency, and organizational leadership.
Kyle leverages his deep manufacturing knowledge and operational experience to drive production excellence, strategic growth, and continuous improvement at Proxy Solutions.
VP OF MANUFACTURING
Juan plays a vital role at Proxy Solutions and serves as a cornerstone of our commitment to workplace diversity. While many companies talk about building an international workforce, we took meaningful action by hiring directly from Taiwan.
Juan's story is one of perseverance and determination. Beginning life as a modest microchip in Taiwan, he overcame long odds, international shipping, and several layers of packaging to become a valued member of our team.
Juan is best known for his relentless work ethic. He works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, never arrives late, never calls in sick, and has yet to complain about mandatory overtime. His sole responsibility is feeding machines, a task he performs with such dedication that some employees have questioned whether he is setting unrealistic expectations.
At Proxy Solutions, we are proud to foster an inclusive workplace where talented individuals from all backgrounds can succeed. Juan's success story is proof that with hard work, determination, and a stable electrical supply, anything is possible.
ANOTHER GUY
Jedidiah Willits brings a unique blend of military experience and technical expertise to Proxy Solutions. During his service in the Army National Guard, he worked as a track vehicle mechanic before deploying in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, where he spent six months in Kuwait and one year in Iraq serving as an M2 .50 caliber gunner on more than 25 combat missions, earning multiple military awards.
He holds a degree in Philosophy and a Master's degree in Data Analysis and has spent more than 15 years designing and developing custom database solutions.
At Proxy Solutions, he applies his expertise in software development, database architecture, and data analysis to improve systems, streamline operations, and support informed decision-making.