We Are $300 Data Recovery!

Brian Cometa

Founder & Lead Data Recovery Specialist

Brian Cometa is the visionary founder and Lead Data Recovery Specialist at $300 Data Recovery, bringing a lifelong passion for technology to his pioneering work in data recovery solutions.

Brian’s entrepreneurial journey began remarkably early—launching a web design company while still in middle school and expanding into digital advertising and marketing before graduating high school. This early foundation in technology and business would later prove invaluable in building his data recovery enterprise.

After earning his Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Salisbury State University in Maryland, Brian pursued specialized training at the prestigious Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences in Arizona. In 2005, he relocated to California, initially working as an audio engineer in Los Angeles’s competitive entertainment industry.

Driven by a desire for greater independence and creative control, Brian established “EliteMacTechs,” an on-site Mac repair service. While building this business, he identified a critical market gap—affordable, reliable data recovery services. Responding to his clients’ needs, he began offering specialized data recovery solutions, which quickly gained popularity. By 2007, this growing demand led to the official launch of $300 Data Recovery.

As Lead Data Recovery Specialist, Brian maintains a hands-on approach, personally overseeing nearly every recovery case from initial diagnosis through repair and data extraction. His meticulous attention to detail and commitment to continuous technical education have established $300 Data Recovery as a trusted industry leader.

When not rescuing critical data, Brian embraces his adventurous side—exploring California’s scenic routes on his motorcycle and electric skateboards. He’s also an enthusiastic coffee connoisseur who enjoys the precision and craft of brewing the perfect cup.

Emely Henriquez

Senior Customer Support Specialist

Emely Henriquez has been an integral part of the $300 Data Recovery team since 2015, serving as the compassionate voice and reassuring presence for clients during their data recovery journey.

A true Southern California native, Emely was born in Hollywood and raised in the San Fernando Valley. Her natural leadership abilities emerged early—as a high school cheerleader at Birmingham High School in Lake Balboa, where she developed the communication and team-building skills that serve her well today. She continued her education at Pierce College, building a strong foundation for her customer-focused career.

Emely brings a wealth of diverse experience to her role, having worked across multiple service-oriented fields. From nurturing young minds in pre-school and after-school programs to helping distressed homeowners navigate complex refinancing processes to save their homes, her career has consistently centered around making a positive difference in people’s lives.

As our Customer Support Specialist, Emely serves as the crucial bridge between our technical team and clients experiencing the stress of potential data loss. Her natural empathy, clear communication skills, and genuine desire to help others make her exceptionally effective at guiding clients through what can often be an emotionally challenging process. She finds particular fulfillment in sharing the moment of relief and joy when customers learn their irreplaceable data has been successfully recovered.

When not supporting our clients, Emely embraces an active, balanced lifestyle—exploring new destinations through travel, discovering culinary gems at new restaurants with her husband, conquering hiking trails with friends, and cherishing quality time with her family.

Edgar Mejia

Data Migration & Recovery Specialist

Edgar Mejia joined the $300 Data Recovery team in 2015, bringing his technical expertise and customer-focused approach to our specialized data recovery operations.

A Los Angeles native with deep roots in Southern California, Edgar built his technical foundation through studies in Business Administration at California State University. This combination of business acumen and technical aptitude allows him to bridge the critical gap between complex recovery processes and client needs.

As our Data Migration Specialist, Edgar excels in the crucial final phase of the recovery journey—transferring recovered data from imaged drives to clients’ destination media. His advanced expertise in resolving partition corruption, file system reconstruction, and encrypted drive recovery ensures that even the most challenging cases are handled with precision and care.

Edgar’s exceptional attention to detail, combined with his natural communication skills, ensures our clients remain well-informed throughout the recovery process. His ability to explain complex technical concepts in accessible terms has earned him consistent praise from our diverse clientele.

Beyond the technical realm, Edgar embraces a rich personal life centered around cultural exploration. He’s passionate about discovering diverse cultures, sampling international cuisines, and enjoying outdoor adventures through camping trips with his wife.

Tim Bryson

Cleanroom Data Recovery Specialist

Tim Bryson joined the $300 Data Recovery team in 2020, bringing specialized expertise to our critical cleanroom operations. As the younger brother of founder Brian Cometa, Tim has quickly established himself as an indispensable member of our technical team.

A Maryland native who grew up in Columbia, Tim graduated from Salisbury University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology—a background that serves him well when handling our clients’ most stressful data emergencies.

As our cleanroom expert, Tim excels in precision work that requires both technical skill and steady hands. He specializes in complex hard drive repairs including head swaps and platter swaps, working meticulously “under the cover” in our cleanroom. His exceptional ability to source and match donor drives for even the most challenging recovery cases has saved countless irreplaceable files for our grateful clients.

Tim’s comprehensive understanding of the data recovery process allows him to seamlessly support other departments when needed, including customer support and data “moving” department.

Outside the cleanroom, Tim embraces an active lifestyle—hiking scenic trails, competing on the soccer field, and prioritizing quality time with friends and family.

Marina Olivera

Customer Experience & Communications Specialist

Marina Olivera joined the $300 Data Recovery team in 2016, bringing her creative perspective and communication expertise to our client support operations.

A 2014 graduate of California State University, Marina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design with a specialization in Visual Communications—academic credentials that uniquely position her to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible information for our diverse clientele.

Marina’s natural enthusiasm and creative mindset infuse her approach to customer support with a refreshing energy. As a key member of our client relations team, she excels at demystifying the intricate data recovery process, ensuring that even clients with minimal technical background feel informed and confident throughout their recovery journey.

Her exceptional ability to establish rapport with clients while clearly articulating technical procedures has made her an invaluable asset to our team. Marina’s communication skills transform potentially stressful situations into manageable, transparent experiences for our customers—a critical component of our commitment to client satisfaction.

When not guiding clients through data recovery processes, Marina embraces a balanced life rich in creative pursuits and exploration. She enjoys discovering new destinations while traveling with her husband, finding inspiration through reading, expressing her creativity through sketching, and savoring quiet moments with a freshly brewed cup of coffee.

Nathan Irvine

Senior Data Recovery Engineer

Nathan Irvine serves as a Senior Data Recovery Engineer at $300 Data Recovery, bringing a wealth of experience and a long-standing professional partnership with the company’s founder.

As Brian Cometa’s first employee in the early 2000s, Nathan was instrumental in the formative years of what would eventually evolve into $300 Data Recovery. Their professional collaboration began during the company’s initial focus on Mac repair services, with Nathan playing a key role as the business identified and developed its specialized data recovery expertise.

After a decade of building technical expertise alongside Brian in Los Angeles, Nathan temporarily relocated to Idaho to manage operations for EliteMacTechs, further expanding his technical leadership capabilities and business acumen. This diverse experience in both technical and operational roles has given him a comprehensive understanding of the data recovery landscape.

Now back in Los Angeles, Nathan brings his extensive experience to bear as a lead technician, working in tandem with Brian to tackle the most challenging data recovery cases. His technical depth and historical knowledge of the company’s methodologies make him an invaluable resource for both clients and team members alike.

Beyond his technical pursuits, Nathan embraces an active lifestyle that reflects his detail-oriented and precision-focused approach to work. He can often be found navigating the thermals with his RC gliders, discovering new hiking trails throughout Southern California, or enjoying the precision engineering of his classic Serotta bicycle on weekend rides.