About Compugen

We help organizations realize new possibilities.

Human-centered
Technology-enabled

WHO WE ARE

From a small operation in Toronto to Canada's only Technology Ally, we've come a long way in helping organizations realize new possibilities.

To innovate industries, transform businesses, connect communities, and drive meaningful change, we must think bigger, reach broader, and act bolder. Through over four decades of knowledge, curiosity, and collaboration, Compugen helps organizations deliver experience by design. This is what it means to be human-centered and technology-enabled. 

Core Values
The Words We Live By

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Relentlessly Curious

We think differently. We ask questions in an unending pursuit to uncover your why. From the way we engage internally to the bonds we build with our customers and community, this no-stone-unturned passion translates possibility into reality.

 

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Collaborative at the Core

We are grounded in the potential of technology and the impact of people. Through deep discussion and challenging inquiry, we embrace diverse perspectives and celebrate unique views. With true trust in each other creative ideas flow, goals are achieved, and innovation abounds.

 
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Driven to Make a Difference

When you have innovation at hand and intention in your heart, one person can drive change. With one word, one device, one connection; change ignites, and all will flourish.

Enabling Digital Prosperity

“Our initiatives demonstrate Compugen’s commitment to the Indigenous businesses and communities of Canada with clear and tangible impacts. In the technology business, we leverage the tools to empower people with technology and Internet access and work towards digital equity.

 

We are always exploring new ways to engage with Indigenous groups with the help of our partners, whether through education and skill development, community building, employment, or supporting Indigenous business.”

Harry Zarek,
Founder & President

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Reach Broader 

Since our earliest days, we have been committed to strengthening and supporting the communities we live in through our community outreach initiatives

Green4Good
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The Alex
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United Way

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Frontier College

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Compugen History

 

1981
1981

Harry Zarek develops an interest in computers while finishing his PhD in physics at the University of Toronto. He starts a business building PCs in the basement of his Toronto home and calls it Compugen, short for computer generation.

2000
2000

Telecom company Norigen acquires a significant part of Compugen. Compugen broadens its offering and introduces network infrastructure and storage services to enterprise customers.

2012
2012

Compugen Finance Inc. launches the award-winning Green4Good program, pioneering sustainable IT asset disposition through refurbishment, resale, and charitable donations.

2016
2016

Compugen Systems Inc. is established as Compugen's first U.S. facility in Houston, Texas, marking a significant step in expanding its North American presence. 

2020
2020

Valet Wireless, FoxWise, and NPC join the Compugen Group of Companies, further strengthening its capabilities in wireless, Indigenous-led IT solutions, and secure endpoint management.

2022
2022

Harry Zarek, Compugen’s President + CEO, promotes Jeremy Erlick to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer. 

In support of this initiative, Compugen embarks on significant investments to enable the simplification, automation, and scaling of service delivery. 

2023
2023

CPU Systems and MarketDesign Co. join the Compugen Group of Companies, enhancing its expertise in IT infrastructure and marketing-driven technology solutions.

2024
2024

SynerSolutions joins the Compugen Group of Companies, reinforcing its position as a leader in cybersecurity and IT consulting.

2025
2025

Harry Zarek introduces Jeremy Erlick as Chief Sales Officer to lead a unified sales organization focused on growth and simplification. He also introduces Stéphan Wener as Compugen’s first Chief Customer Officer, aligning sales and service delivery to strengthen customer relationships and accelerate expansion. 

1981
1981

Harry Zarek develops an interest in computers while finishing his PhD in physics at the University of Toronto. He starts a business building PCs in the basement of his Toronto home and calls it Compugen, short for computer generation.

2000
2000

Telecom company Norigen acquires a significant part of Compugen. Compugen broadens its offering and introduces network infrastructure and storage services to enterprise customers.

2012
2012

Compugen Finance Inc. launches the award-winning Green4Good program, pioneering sustainable IT asset disposition through refurbishment, resale, and charitable donations.

2016
2016

Compugen Systems Inc. is established as Compugen's first U.S. facility in Houston, Texas, marking a significant step in expanding its North American presence. 

2020
2020

Valet Wireless, FoxWise, and NPC join the Compugen Group of Companies, further strengthening its capabilities in wireless, Indigenous-led IT solutions, and secure endpoint management.

2022
2022

Harry Zarek, Compugen’s President + CEO, promotes Jeremy Erlick to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer. 

In support of this initiative, Compugen embarks on significant investments to enable the simplification, automation, and scaling of service delivery. 

2023
2023

CPU Systems and MarketDesign Co. join the Compugen Group of Companies, enhancing its expertise in IT infrastructure and marketing-driven technology solutions.

2024
2024

SynerSolutions joins the Compugen Group of Companies, reinforcing its position as a leader in cybersecurity and IT consulting.

2025
2025

Harry Zarek introduces Jeremy Erlick as Chief Sales Officer to lead a unified sales organization focused on growth and simplification. He also introduces Stéphan Wener as Compugen’s first Chief Customer Officer, aligning sales and service delivery to strengthen customer relationships and accelerate expansion. 

Collaborative at the Core

Driven to make a difference, we’re here to help you achieve more. We are grounded in the potential of technology and the impact of people. With true trust in each other that creative ideas flow, goals are achieved, and innovation abounds.

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Meet Our Leadership Team

  • Harry

    Harry Zarek
    Founder & President

  • austin

    David Austin
    Chief Financial Officer

  • Jeremy

    Jeremy Erlick
    Chief Sales Officer | Chief Operating Officer

  • Stéphan Wener

    Stéphan Wener
    Chief Customer Officer

  • Kara Rudy

    Kara Rudy
    Vice President of Marketing

  • grosh

    Marty Grosh
    Vice President of Services

  • reid

    Dean Reid
    Vice President of Information Technology

  • Taras Korec CI VP of Operations

    Taras Korec
    Vice President of Operations

  • Compugen ee- Adam Oruclar

    Adam Oruclar
    VP, Sales Wet

Think Bigger

Sustainability in Action 

Green isn't just a colour we choose; it echos our commitment to sustainability.

 

Going green is a comprehensive movement that extends beyond mere cost savings and environmental preservation. By aligning our organization's environmental endeavors with corporate citizenship, we've partnered with Green4Good to unite our professional passions with our personal commitments to doing and being better. We're driven to make a difference.

Steps to Sustainability
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