Metadata Executive Team
PATRICK ELLER
CEO AND DIGITAL FORENSICS EXAMINER
Patrick Eller has an extensive background in digital forensic consulting and training. Patrick proudly served his country for 20 years in the United States Army, where he was in law enforcement and actively pursued the qualifications to enhance his knowledge in the digital forensics field and become a front-runner in his profession. With more than 15 years of experience in the field of digital forensics, Patrick has worked on hundreds of cases across the globe. Patrick has given keynote speeches and training seminars across the globe on various topics in digital forensics, with one goal in mind, which is to provide the knowledge needed to further develop and solve investigations. He is also currently a Fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Science and an adjunct professor for Champlain College at the undergraduate and graduate level in their Digital Forensic degree programs.
TONI HARRIS
DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL FORENSICS AND DIGITAL FORENSICS EXAMINER
Toni Harris is a seasoned Digital Forensics Examiner with specialized expertise in Historical Call Detail Records (CDRs), Cell Site Analysis, and GPS Location Data. Her extensive knowledge in these areas has positioned her as a trusted expert in the field. In addition to her forensics work, Toni has a strong background in video gaming, with experience spanning PC, console (including Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch), Virtual Reality, and handheld gaming devices like the ROG ALLY, Steam Deck, and Lenovo Legion Go. She has also contributed to the development of test data for various devices, further advancing digital forensics methodologies.
Toni holds a Master of Science in Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigations and is a recognized Expert Witness in both Federal and State Courts. She is certified as a Virginia DCJS Private Investigator and FAA Part 107 sUAS Remote Pilot.
Toni’s career began at the Hanover County Sheriff's Office, where she progressed from Court Services Deputy to Narcotics/Vice Investigator before ultimately becoming a Digital Forensics Examiner. She currently serves as a Digital Forensics instructor at Champlain College and is a faculty member for the Family Advocacy Staff Training Course at the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence in Digital Abuse. Additionally, Toni contributes to the Special Victims Course at the United States Army Military Police School and has taught at the National Forensics Academy at the University of Tennessee. She is also an Associate Member of the Digital & Multimedia Sciences Section of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS).
Toni holds a Master of Science in Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigations and is a recognized Expert Witness in both Federal and State Courts. She is certified as a Virginia DCJS Private Investigator and FAA Part 107 sUAS Remote Pilot.
Toni’s career began at the Hanover County Sheriff's Office, where she progressed from Court Services Deputy to Narcotics/Vice Investigator before ultimately becoming a Digital Forensics Examiner. She currently serves as a Digital Forensics instructor at Champlain College and is a faculty member for the Family Advocacy Staff Training Course at the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence in Digital Abuse. Additionally, Toni contributes to the Special Victims Course at the United States Army Military Police School and has taught at the National Forensics Academy at the University of Tennessee. She is also an Associate Member of the Digital & Multimedia Sciences Section of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS).
JAMES McGEE
DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL RESEARCH DIGITAL FORENSICS EXAMINER
James McGee is a Digital Forensic Examiner specializing in advanced data verification and validation. James has earned numerous certifications through the Defense Cyber Investigations Training Academy (DCITA), including DoD Cyber Crime Investigator and Digital Forensic Examiner. Additionally, James has earned certifications through Magnet Forensics (Magnet Certified Forensics Examiner, Magnet Certified Cloud Examiner, Magnet Certified Mac Examiner, and Magnet Certified Video Examiner) and Cellebrite as a Cellebrite Certified Physical Analyst. In total, James has over 800 hours of Digital Forensic Training. James previously worked as a CID Special Agent for the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Division, now the Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division (DACID), holding the title of CID Special Agent and working as a Digital Forensic Examiner. During his career at DACID, James conducted over 70 digital forensic examinations, consisting of over 100 pieces of evidence, which totaled over 20,000 gigabytes of data. James remains active in the Digital Forensics Incident Response (DFIR) Community, having contributed to open-source resources such as the Logs, Events, and Plists Parsers (LEAPPs), Magnet Forensics Artifact Exchange, and the publishing of numerous DFIR articles based on independent research. James has two articles published through the Digital Forensic Research Workshop (DFRWS) DFIR Review and one article nominated as a Finalist in the 2023 Forensic 4:cast Awards - DFIR Article of the Year. James has provided expert testimony of Digital and Computer Forensics in court.
Dante Fazio
DIRECTOR OF AUDIO/VIDEO FORENSICS AND DIGITAL FORENSICS EXAMINER
Dante Fazio is a Digital Forensics Examiner who specializes in digital media analysis, acquisition, enhancement, and authentication. He has 18 years of experience working in digital audio and video, holds a bachelor’s degree in audio production and engineering from Berklee College of Music and a master’s degree from the University of Colorado in media forensics. He is a member of the Scientific Working Group on Digital Evidence (SWGDE, a member of the digital multimedia sub-committee for the Organization of Scientific Area Committees (OSAC), and was Chair of the 2024 Audio Engineering Society 8thInternational Conference on Audio Forensics which was held in Denver, CO. Prior to joining Metadata Forensics, Dante founded and was CEO of Discovery Forensics, LLC, which provided specialized forensic examinations of digital audio, video, and images, and offered objective and scientific litigation support for civil, criminal, and private matters. Dante has worked on hundreds of cases across the nation involving allegations such as theft, assault, fraud, homicide, wrongful death, child exploitation, invasion of privacy, harassment, medical malpractice, city ordinance violations, and other criminal and civil matters.
Michael Roberts
DIRECTOR OF TRAINING AND DIGITAL FORENSICS EXAMINER
Michael Roberts has extensive background in digital forensics examinations and law enforcement training instruction. Michael proudly served his country for 15 years in the United States Army, with the majority of his career in the United States Army Criminal Investigation Division. While serving as a Special Agent in the Criminal Investigation Division, Michael served as a Department of Defense Certified Digital Forensics Examiner and Cyber Crime investigator. Prior to Michael’s retirement from the United States Army and Criminal Investigations Division, Michael was a Senior Digital Forensics Examiner and assisted in training and mentoring of junior Digital Forensic Examiners within his organization. After his retirement, Michael returned to the Department of Defense as a Department of Army Civilian and spent the past 7 years as the primary instructor and course manager for the Department of the Army Sexual Assault Investigations Course (SAIC) training lawyers and Department of the Army Criminal Investigation Division (DACID) Special Agents in investigating sexual assaults and interviewing victims of trauma using the Trauma Informed Interview.
Michael holds two Bachelor of Science degrees in Criminal Justice and Business Administration: Healthcare Management as well as a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice: Cyber Crime Investigations. Michael has also completed the Graduate Certificate in Investigative Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
Michael holds two Bachelor of Science degrees in Criminal Justice and Business Administration: Healthcare Management as well as a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice: Cyber Crime Investigations. Michael has also completed the Graduate Certificate in Investigative Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
Suzanne Landrigan
Digital Forensics Examiner
Suzanne is a seasoned professional specializing in managing digital evidence for state, district, and federal investigations. Her strong track record includes handling critical evidence requests, utilizing open-source tools for in-depth analysis, and aiding in the collection of on-scene video evidence. Suzanne's expertise in video review, data analysis, and various analytics and proprietary software has been pivotal in identifying suspects and generating leads. In her previous role as a Digital Evidence Administrator, Suzanne played a key role in developing and maintaining multiple data repositories and user-friendly apps to store and access digital evidence. Her contributions significantly enhanced successful litigation processes and policy implementations. Suzanne led large-scale system upgrade projects with multi-million-dollar budgets, recovered damaged or lost digital evidence, and oversaw the release of evidence for discovery to ensure legal compliance and accuracy. Dedicated to supporting investigations, Suzanne's expertise spans various analytics tools, proprietary software, and open-source tools. Her efforts in establishing and implementing evidence policies have ensured proper storage, authentication, and chain of custody for digital evidence. She has provided instruction on the proper procedures of evidence collection, handling, and analysis to law enforcement agencies.
Grady Zibinskas
DIGITAL FORENSICS EXAMINER
Grady Zibinskas is a recent graduate of Champlain College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer and Digital Forensics. During his academic journey, Grady’s focus was on computer and network forensics, gaining hands-on experience with key forensic tools and methodologies. His technical expertise spans a wide range of forensic applications, including FTK Imager, Autopsy, X-ways, Wireshark, Malware Analysis, and various aspects of Windows and Linux OS forensics.
Grady is proficient in Python and has experience applying it to automate forensic processes and support analysis. He has developed a strong foundation in digital evidence acquisition, analysis, and reporting, and is skilled in handling complex investigations involving both individual systems and network environments. Grady is eager to apply his knowledge and passion for digital forensics to real-world challenges, continuously staying updated with industry trends and emerging technologies.
Grady is proficient in Python and has experience applying it to automate forensic processes and support analysis. He has developed a strong foundation in digital evidence acquisition, analysis, and reporting, and is skilled in handling complex investigations involving both individual systems and network environments. Grady is eager to apply his knowledge and passion for digital forensics to real-world challenges, continuously staying updated with industry trends and emerging technologies.
CRYSTAL ELLER
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Crystal Eller is an accomplished Director of Operations with a proven track record of driving productivity improvements and revenue growth across diverse industries. With a deep background in sales, management, and operational strategy, Crystal excels at identifying opportunities to optimize efficiency and enhance profitability. Her global consulting experience has allowed her to collaborate with companies of all sizes, helping them streamline processes and create cultures of success.
Crystal’s expertise extends to training, sales management, and CRM systems, backed by numerous certifications that showcase her commitment to continuous professional development. Her innovative mindset and leadership skills have enabled her to transform organizations, driving both operational excellence and sustainable growth.
As a strategic thinker with a results-driven approach, Crystal is dedicated to empowering businesses to reach their full potential and exceed their goals.
Crystal’s expertise extends to training, sales management, and CRM systems, backed by numerous certifications that showcase her commitment to continuous professional development. Her innovative mindset and leadership skills have enabled her to transform organizations, driving both operational excellence and sustainable growth.
As a strategic thinker with a results-driven approach, Crystal is dedicated to empowering businesses to reach their full potential and exceed their goals.