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A shared belief that better systems create better work.

Auriel was founded to close the gap between advice and implementation - and to give clients a technology partner who stays involved.

Jordan Shearer, Co-Founder of Auriel Labs01
CO-FOUNDER · TECHNOLOGY & AI

Jordan Shearer

Jordan Shearer is an information security and technology leader whose experience spans AI engineering and implementation, full-stack development, security engineering, detection engineering, automation, and incident response. At Auriel, he leads the firm's technology, AI, and automation practice, translating complex technical challenges into practical systems that teams can confidently adopt and operate.

Jordan co-founded Auriel to bring cross-industry expertise to the problems that hold organizations back-helping clients operate more efficiently, reduce unnecessary cost, and build a stronger foundation for sustainable growth.

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Maverick Pugh, Co-Founder of Auriel Labs02
CO-FOUNDER · OPERATIONS & GROWTH

Maverick Pugh

Maverick Pugh brings hands-on experience across operations, sales, marketing, and field delivery. His career began in the landscaping industry, where he developed a practical understanding of how customer relationships, day-to-day execution, and business development must work together to support a growing company.

Raised in a family of entrepreneurs, Maverick has contributed to businesses spanning landscaping, wrecking services, and entertainment attractions. He regularly works alongside their owners on initiatives designed to strengthen operations, reach new customers, and move the businesses forward. At Auriel, Maverick brings that operator's perspective to every engagement, helping ensure that strategy and technology remain grounded in how businesses actually run.

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WHY WE BUILT AURIEL

Different disciplines. One standard for the work.

Our founders bring complementary experience across technology, security, operations, and business leadership. Auriel exists to bring those perspectives together, stay close to implementation, and create solutions that hold up beyond the initial engagement.

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