Tyler Colby

Engineering,
Not Consulting

Colby's Data Movers is a one-person engineering firm based in Wisconsin. We solve hard Salesforce data problems with custom tooling and deep expertise.

About Tyler Colby

Over 20 years in the Salesforce ecosystem, focused on data migration — from single legacy systems moving into Salesforce up through 10+ TB, multi-org enterprise moves for Fortune 10/100 companies, regulated financial-services firms, and mission-driven nonprofits. I've seen every data problem: botched migrations, org sprawl, vendor lock-in, compliance nightmares.

Most Salesforce consultancies are incentivized to keep you on the platform and keep projects running long. I'm incentivized to solve your problem and move on.

I built Pathfinder — the local-first Salesforce data platform — because the tools that exist are either:

  • Overpriced (MuleSoft, Data Cloud)
  • Underpowered (Data Loader, Salesforce-to-Salesforce)
  • Conflicted (vendor cloud transit, audit log you don't own)

I wanted something that treats your data as yours. The verifier source is available to authorized reviewers; engagement begins at /contact.

Background

  • 20+ years in the Salesforce ecosystem, focused on data migration
  • Salesforce Certified Data Architecture & Management Designer
  • Two-time Odaseva Sales Engineer of the Year (2022, 2023)
  • Enterprise migration at 10+ TB scale: org-split/merge, backup & restore, data residency (US/EU/APAC)
  • Nonprofit & regulated-industry migrations — St. Jude, Houston Food Bank, NRDC data infrastructure
  • Builder of Pathfinder — local-first migration platform in Rust

Why "Data Movers"?

Because that's what we do. We move data—out of Salesforce (exits), between orgs (sync), across orgs (queries). No fluff. No "digital transformation." Just moving data from where it is to where you need it.

How I Work

Direct Communication

No account managers. No project coordinators. You work with me directly. I answer your emails. I'm on your calls.

Fixed Scope, Fixed Price

Where possible, I quote fixed prices for fixed scope. You know what you're getting and what it costs. No surprises.

Tools Over Hours

I build tools that let me work faster. You benefit from 20 years of accumulated tooling, not 20 years of billing.

Honest Assessment

If your project doesn't make sense, I'll tell you. If you don't need me, I'll tell you that too.

No Vendor Lock-In

I don't build systems that require my ongoing involvement. You get documentation, you get knowledge transfer, you get independence.

Quality Over Speed

I'd rather take longer and do it right than rush and leave you with problems. My reputation depends on outcomes, not billable hours.

Wisconsin, USA

Based in Wisconsin, working remotely with clients nationwide. I've worked with companies across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Time zones are manageable.

Colby's Data Movers, LLC

Wisconsin Limited Liability Company
Remote-first since day one

tyler@colbysdatamovers.com

Let's Talk

Have a Salesforce data challenge? I'm happy to discuss whether I can help.

Get In Touch tyler@colbysdatamovers.com