Our mission is to be the easiest farming platform for leasing livestock anywhere.
Made in Spokane, Washington
Our History
Founder’s Origins
Patrick Thach is born in Vietnam, raised in a farming community where his family cultivated rice fields and raised pigs and cattle in a small integrated farm.
The Co-founders
Patrick Thach and Long Nguyen meet at White Center Height Elementary School in Burien, Washington. Their friendship continues to this day.
From a Small Idea
Patrick forms a team with Dan Danchez, Kye Manarin, and Dyan Francisco to begin exploring livestock leasing as a viable business model.
Adding Fuel to the Brilliant Plan
OM.Farm is officially founded and headquartered in Pullman, Washington. The team launches its first proof-of-concept project in Vietnam, purchasing 44 cattle and leasing them to five farming families.
Breaking Borders
OM.Farm expands into the Philippines, introducing livestock leasing services with 33 goats provided to local farmers.
Expanding Horizons
OM.Farm relocates its headquarters to Spokane, Washington, and begins exploring livestock leasing opportunities in the Pacific Northwest.
Future Forward
OM.Farm partners with NEXA.Farm to assist in monitoring leased livestock across thousands of miles, strengthening the global vision of remote livestock farming.
Meet our Team
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As the co-founder of OM.Farm, Patrick led the vision for the platform to become the leading livestock leasing platform, as well as business operations activities such as reaching out to and onboarding livestock farmers, and participating in fundraising.
Prior to OM.Farm, Patrick founded a crypto mining company that generated over $385k in hardware sales per month, and led cross-functional teams to deliver SaaS products for both startups and enterprise clients. Patrick is a highly technical software engineer with deep expertise across cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, and still plays a technical role by contributing code to the OM.Farm codebase.
Patrick is passionate about building systems that matter, particularly in agritech.
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Long Nguyen is a versatile and highly skilled software engineer with deep expertise across development, testing, and artificial intelligence. At OM.Farm, he leverages his extensive full-stack development experience to drive clean, maintainable, and efficient codebases, while mentoring team members through code reviews and training sessions.
With a strong background in TypeScript, Python, and C#, Long has built and led the development of scalable web applications using technologies like ReactJS, ASP.NET Core, and NodeJS. His professional journey includes significant contributions at Volpara Health, where he advanced from frontend development to leading full-stack projects, as well as earlier roles in quality engineering at AT&T and INE, where he honed his testing, problem-solving, and agile development skills.
Passionate about machine learning and AI, Long continually explores frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and HuggingFace to integrate innovative solutions into real-world applications. His adaptability, collaborative approach, and dedication to clean code principles make him an invaluable asset to the team, empowering OM.Farm to build robust platforms and deliver transformative technology outcomes.
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Dyan is a seasoned Marketing and Design Professional with a BFA in Information Design from Ateneo de Manila University where she also took a Master’s Degree in Communication. With a passion for creativity and strategic thinking, she excels at combining educational, practical, and industry insights to craft meaningful messages that resonate with diverse audiences. Dyan’s expertise spans branding, content creation, and design, allowing her to communicate complex ideas in a clear, engaging, and visually appealing manner. Her work is rooted in a deep understanding of audience needs, ensuring every project delivers value and impact.
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Lee Ryan is a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, with a strong passion for robotics, the Internet of Things (IoT), and software engineering. Alongside his academic journey, he is gaining hands-on experience as a software engineering intern at OM.Farm. As an active member of the Google Developer Students Club, Lee serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Software Development team, where he contributes to advancing innovative projects. Driven by a deep curiosity for cutting-edge technologies, he is committed to exploring and developing solutions that bridge the gap between hardware and software in transformative ways.
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Vincent is an ambitious and results-oriented Computer Science Master’s student with a specialization in Software Engineering. With a strong command of programming languages such as Java, C++, React, and Python, he has a proven ability to tackle complex challenges and develop scalable, efficient software solutions. Vincent is passionate about leveraging his technical expertise to drive innovation, optimize workflows, and contribute to cutting-edge development projects. His academic background, combined with hands-on experience in software design and implementation, positions him as a dynamic problem-solver ready to excel in fast-paced, technology-driven environments.
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Kye Manarin is a dedicated Operations and HR Coordinator at OM.Farm, bringing a wealth of experience in administration, procurement, bookkeeping, and team support. With a background spanning roles in government procurement, disaster risk management, and banking information security, Kye combines meticulous organisational skills with a strong understanding of compliance and operational efficiency.
At OM.Farm, she manages company subscriptions, team timesheets, and payroll processes, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations while providing HR support to keep the team connected and thriving. Her expertise in QuickBooks, data management, and administrative coordination makes her an invaluable part of the team’s backbone.
Kye holds a BS in Information Technology from St. Joseph’s College, Quezon City, and has earned multiple certifications, including Career Service Professional Eligibility. Known for her reliability, adaptability, and collaborative spirit, she ensures operational excellence and team wellbeing across the organisation.
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