The IT Mushroom Family Story

IT Mushroom isn’t just a business name, it’s part of the Womble family story. Mandi’s love for mushrooms started as a teenager, thrift shopping with her grandmother. On one of their trips, they found a set of 70s mushroom canisters that went straight into her first “starter trunk” for the home she dreamed of one day. That little find sparked a lifelong love and today, the Womble home is filled with mushrooms on the shelves, the walls, and even the front door. For Mandi, each one is a joyful reminder of her grandmother.

When Chris set out to create a business, he wanted a name that represented growth, the kind of growth that helps small businesses thrive. When the word “mushrooming” came up, it clicked. It was the perfect fit: a nod to growth, a tribute to Mandi, and a reflection of what matters most to their family - technology, connection, and community.

The Wombles are more than business partners; they’re a family of six (plus three dogs, three cats, leopard geckos, and their two newest additions, a pair of horses). In their free time, you’ll often find them bowling, hiking, or spending time at local community events. For Chris and Mandi, IT Mushroom isn’t just about technology. It’s about building smarter systems, cutting stress, and helping other small businesses grow, all inspired by their family roots and their love for the community they call home.

Chris:

Chris Womble is the founder of IT Mushroom and the go-to problem solver behind its smart systems. With more than 20 years of experience managing IT systems, leading teams, and building automations, Chris knows the technology itself isn’t the challenge, it’s making it work in a way that supports real business goals. He started IT Mushroom to help small businesses get it right the first time, creating systems that are simple, scalable, and built for growth.

Mandi:

With 20 years of experience in the fast-paced world of veterinary emergency medicine, Mandi knows how to stay calm under pressure and build systems that work when stakes are high. As co-founder of IT Mushroom, she brings that same clarity and steady leadership to helping small businesses simplify technology, cut stress, and grow with confidence.

Chris Womble, founder of IT Mushroom, holding his child

The Start up Story

In just 16 days, IT Mushroom went from a name and a sketch to a full brand, complete with a live website, service strategy, SEO foundation, and automation stack. Built entirely from scratch. We built it the way we believe all businesses should: with clarity, momentum, and systems that actually make life easier.

How we are different

Local IT ProvidersIT Mushroom
  • Fix computers and printers
  • Focus on uptime
  • Sell generic IT contracts
  • Focus on growth and simplicity
  • Build systems that prevent problems
  • Offer tailored automation + strategy

What We Bring

  • Tech expertise: From automation and integrations to the everyday fixes.
  • Business insight: We understand how operations, strategy, and workflows connect.
  • Long-term focus: No short-term hacks, just smart, scalable solutions.

Let's Build Something Better

If you're tired of patchwork systems and short-term fixes, let's talk. Whether you need automation, tech cleanup, or just clarity, I'll help you lay the right foundation.

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