About OGV Tech
OGV Tech is a software development partnership centered in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in custom financial technology solutions. We bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical business needs, delivering sophisticated applications that drive measurable results for our clients.
Our Expertise
With deep roots in financial markets and software engineering, we bring together domain expertise and technical excellence. Our team understands the unique challenges of financial applications—from microsecond latency requirements to regulatory compliance, from complex mathematical models to intuitive user interfaces.
Partnership Approach
We don't just build software; we form lasting partnerships with our clients. This means understanding your business objectives, integrating seamlessly with your teams, and remaining committed to your success long after deployment. Your challenges become our challenges, your goals become our goals.
Core Competencies
Financial Technology
From high-frequency trading systems to portfolio management platforms, we've built mission-critical applications that process billions in transactions. Our expertise spans equities, options, futures, and digital assets across major exchanges and alternative trading venues.
Custom Development
Every business has unique needs. We specialize in creating bespoke solutions that fit precisely with your workflows, integrate with existing systems, and scale with your growth. No off-the-shelf compromises—just software that works exactly as you need it.
Technical Excellence
We leverage modern architectures, cloud-native designs, and best-in-class development practices. Our solutions are built for performance, reliability, and maintainability, ensuring they remain valuable assets for years to come.
Our Leadership Team
Forrest Obnamia
Head of Operations
Prior to founding OGV Tech, Forrest built a strong foundation in the financial sector, working with Fortune 500 institutions such as JPMorgan, Keybank, Cognizant Technology Solutions and Victory Capital. Experience includes managing a $70 million line of business and multi-million-dollar technology implementation projects.
B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering with Honors Research Distinction from The Ohio State University
Brian Godfrey
Head of Business Development
Brian brings a multidisciplinary background to OGV Tech, where he leads growth strategy. With early experience in network marketing and a focus on trading education, he scaled a digital audience to over 450,000 through data-driven content strategies. After ventures in hospitality, he pivoted to finance — self-teaching programming and developing systematic, rule-based trading strategies.
Certified Sommelier with the Court of Masters Sommeliers of America
Michael Vawter
Head of Technology
Michael began coding at age 9 and quickly rose to international acclaim, winning multiple robotics championships by building ultra-reliable systems—perfect training for the precision required in trading. A published scientist in psychophysics, he brings deep expertise in statistics, experimental design, and the psychology of decision-making to every line of code.
B.S. in Experimental Psychology from Denison University and M.B.A from Seton Hill University