When a computer crashes, a virus strikes, or technology simply refuses to cooperate, many people aren’t sure where to turn.

Seby Bell hopes the answer is Computer Chick, her Toledo-based business that provides computer repair, training, and technical support for residential and commercial clients.

Her goal is simple: help people keep their technology running smoothly while making it easier to understand.
Bell’s journey into the technology field began in 1997 when she moved to California and began working in Silicon Valley. The experience sparked a lasting interest in computers and laid the foundation for what would eventually become her full-time career.

After later returning to West Virginia, Bell launched Computer Chick in 2008. She initially operated the business from her home while also working as an on-site technician performing warranty service for several major manufacturers, including Dell, HP, Samsung, and Toshiba. The work provided valuable hands-on experience in troubleshooting a wide range of computer systems.

As her business grew, Bell opened a storefront in Beckley, West Virginia, where much of her work focused on “break/fix” computer repairs — diagnosing and solving everyday technology problems for customers.
For a time, Bell also repaired mobile devices such as iPhones, Android phones, and tablets, though she later discontinued that service when it became less profitable. Her shop even included an unexpected sideline: selling beekeeping equipment through a companion venture called Piney Creek Beekeeping Supplies.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Bell made the decision to relocate and start a new chapter in northwest Ohio. Now based in Toledo, Computer Chick once again operates from her home.
Bell is currently working to convert part of her garage into a dedicated workshop space and hopes to have the area ready to welcome visitors soon.

Her services include computer repair and maintenance, system protection, technology training, and computer relocation, all designed to help clients keep their devices secure and efficient.

Bell holds several professional certifications, including Home Network Certified Professional through the Consumer Electronics Association, along with multiple service certifications from Dell and Toshiba.

With years of experience and a commitment to personal service, Bell said she works to ensure every customer receives the attention and help they need.

For Bell, solving technology problems isn’t just about fixing computers — it’s about helping people feel confident using them.

So when a computer crashes or technology refuses to cooperate, remember there’s a local solution … Computer Chick … ready to help and just a phone call away.