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Extraordinary Smarts
From creative minds to strategic thinkers, every member of our team brings their unique perspective and expertise to the table. But we don’t just stay in our lanes, we share knowledge and swap ideas. This collaborative problem solving is just one of our special talents, though—grab 5 minutes with us to see our other talents in action.
CEO, ES99
Aaron is the CEO of ES99. The big kahuna. The head honcho. Top dog. It’s always exciting to see his expertise of sales and marketing strategy in action. While he may seem like all business, he’s always willing to sit down and chat about his amazing family, life in Canada, or the Edmonton Oilers.
Creative
Outgoing and worldly (she’s visited 15 countries!), Abby is a master storyteller. She’ll regale you over lunch or weave stories into her designs. But in 5 minutes, she might just talk you into adopting a shelter dog—so watch out
Account
Equal parts right-brain creative/left-brain analytics, Adam is the self-described “big brown bear of a package.” (Internally, of course.) Our resident bartender, he can craft the perfect jukebox playlist to pair with your favorite cocktail. Cheers!
Account
Hardworking, witty and lighthearted, Anna encompasses all the traits you would ever want in an account teammate. Her constant smile is contagious, even when we’re all feeling the crunch. If you’ve got a joke to share, Anna wants to hear it!
Creative
As a quick-witted copywriter who minored in business, Anna is the definition of right and left brained. She brings art and logic to everything she does and, if you spend 5 minutes with her, you’ll walk away with a handmade card.
New Business
Always looking on the bright side, Annette’s sunny outlook helps her spot solutions for her clients’ toughest problems. She’s also a classically trained violinist, and in 5 minutes can play you any concerto you want to hear.
New Business
Anthony’s seen a few things in his life, including all 7 continents (that’s Antarctica, too!) When he’s not busy collecting passport stamps, he’s rounding up clients for the agency. If you’ve got 5 minutes, stop by and swap some travel stories.
Account
Outgoing and adventurous, Ash is a travel junkie after having spent time in college studying in Italy. So naturally, she’s got some good recipes, not just for gluten-free treats, but for great client relations. Ask her for a quick recipe of her own!
Development
Our resident craft beer specialist, Bart can translate brewer’s lingo and Russian literature, but all that pales in comparison to his ability to translate code. More unique than his name, in 5 minutes and he can teach you the Cyrillic alphabet.
Creative
Introvert/extrovert Beatrice is a bit of a nail art enthusiast, so it’s no wonder she sinks her claws into all of her UX projects! Creative and loyal, caffeinated Beatrice is a go-to teammate in the office, and not just for your nail emergencies!
Insights
Dungeon master Brad has an insatiable thirst for knowledge; what his friends call nerdy, we call indispensable to our insights team. A music major in college, he can play a bevy of instruments; in 5 minutes, he’ll can give you a quick banjo tutorial!
Creative
Bryan has written over 50 novels, novellas and audiobooks, so it shouldn’t scare you that he can churn out whatever comes his way. Loyal and funny, he’s not just a writer, he’s a yo-yo master! Give him 5 minutes and he can write you a horror story!
New Business
Miami born and raised, Bryan has made a northward trajectory both literally and figuratively. He loves his sales job, ultimate frisbee and green smoothies, but especially being a father. Give him 5 minutes for his best Sesame Street impersonations!
Account
This Rhode Island native claims to be lucky, but everyone on the account team knows Catherine makes her own luck. Known for her determination, she’s also found her way into the boxing ring; in 5 minutes, she can teach you a solid 1-2 punch!
New Business
How do you match the infectious go-getter attitude Chanel has? Start your day with a 5:00am dance party! Chanel brings that energy to all her account work, making everyone around her better. If you ever need a confidence boost, stop by Chanel’s desk!
Account
Christian is a bit of an agency unicorn: he’s never been to a concert?! That’s ok: he finds other creative outlets, a kind of out-of-the-box approach that serves him well in his account role. If you’re looking for a great brunch spot, ask Christian!
UX Design
A recent transplant from California, Claudia jumped in to Chicago living with both feet. She brings that same adaptability to her UX work, creating user-friendly sites. And in 5 minutes, she’ll share the art of the minimalist desk.
UX Design
Cody’s comedic presence is hard to miss in the office, but when it comes to UX design, he is all business. Always looking to amuse, his antics are one-of-a-kind: if you have a hankering for some random 90’s country music, Cody will sing it for you!
Creative
Daniel is the definition of artistic—a former drummer in a metal band and present-day designer and illustrator, he brings well-rounded creativity to every project. And in just 5 minutes, he’ll turn any surface into a drum set. Magic!
Development
Daniel’s that rare technical artist… or is it artistic technician? Either way, he’s the perfect guy for developing digital sites for clients. This Californian also has an ear for the beats; if you need a producer for your gold record, talk to Daniel!
Creative
Dave is both a smart, versatile designer and our go-to for all kinds of office knowledge. “Hey Dave, how do I…?” “Hey Dave, what’s the best way to…?” All that brain power extends to cocktails, too—have him make you one!
Director of Sales & Research Strategy
Raised in Panama, Elena’s multicultural perspective has translated well to her research. Endlessly curious, there’s no factoid she can’t hunt down. And in 5 minutes, she’ll curate a perfect reading list, just for you.
Creative
‘E-Man’ is always on the move: trail running, canoeing, parenting, etc., so it’s no surprise that a splendid motion comes through in his content creation. A total film buff too, he’s always honing his craft. Have him make you a looping animated GIF!
Account
Agency life can be a chaotic, but that’s no problem for Elizabeth, who thrives under such conditions. A soccer player at Iowa, she knows the value of putting in hard work for her accounts. Need a restaurant recommendation? Elizabeth knows the scene!
Creative
There are very few things quicker and sharper than Emmy’s wit, but her design executions are one of them! A proponent of the unpredictable, give her five minutes and teach you some basic Japanese linguistics... or to hula hoop with one foot!
Creative
Old soul Eric hails from Motown, which makes sense since his designs are downright mellifluous. Ever organized, he collects flags, postcards and makes hundreds of pierogis every year for the holidays; if you’re lucky, he might share some with you!
Production
The relationship oracle, Erika’s got balance: a city girl who’s never lost her country charm from a childhood on the farm. This dichotomy is apparent in all her production work, striking the right chord every time. Need some dating advice? Ask Erika.
Development
A former Smithsonian intern, Evan has Jeopardy-level knowledge on topics ranging from old-school artillery to web development. And in 5 minutes, he’ll get you prepped for your next bar trivia event.
Insights
Guatemalan Gerardo is cold even in summer, but he can still warm up any room he walks into. His ability to adapt to any situation has made Gerardo one heck of a researcher. Give him five minutes and he’ll give you the perfect movie recommendation.
Creative
Married, 2 kids, a mortgage, a Junior Olympics gold medal in diving; Grey’s got it all. You can feel the experience of life in this former “child prodigy’s” writing. Originally from Richmond, he likes to cook, so get that low country fare from him!
Development
Bibliophile Hayley is always up to talk books, she reads one a week! She’s also an improv comedy vet and jigsaw puzzle savant, skills that transfer nicely when juggling all of her account duties. Give her 5 minutes and she’ll find your next read!
Development
James doesn’t just like video games, he’s a true expert. That love of problem solving and a penchant for screen time makes him a natural developer. Spend 5 minutes with James to go toe-to-toe in an all-out Pokémon duel.
Account
Resident rocker and mosh pit veteran, Jen commits to her clients like she commits to her dance moves. Grab 5 minutes of her time and she’ll teach you tried and true moshing techniques for your next show.
Insights
Jessica’s your classic Michigander: a gentle soul with a tough veneer and teeth cut in the automotive industry. Ever the collaborator, she doesn’t shy away from anything, even soccer ball juggling contests. Are you up to the challenge?
Director of Midwest Sales
John’s impeccable style might hide the fact that he’s game to get his hands dirty. And he does—making over 80 gallons of wine a year, from scratch! With 5 minutes, he’ll use his food and drink knowledge to give you a custom meal plan.
Development
Josh is known as just one big ball of energy, so much so that it’s infectious on the rest of the Development team. An avid traveler, Josh also knows how to care for a pet fish or thirty, even when out of the country. Ask him for his feeding tips!
Creative
Did you know Julie’s from Cleveland? You did if you’ve ever talked to her. She also a sarcasm connoisseur, making her a designer everyone loves to work with. And in just 5 minutes, she’ll help you spot the raddest thrift store around.
UX Design
A swimmer, water polo player, lifeguard; the water is Kally’s home away from home. So naturally, when it comes to UX design, she’s not afraid to get her feet wet. Loyal and empathetic, she’s a dream of a teammate, and not just for her French toast!
Creative
Karen’s three favorite things? Fresh air, sunshine and really good tea. Oh, and a good book, of course (duh, she’s a writer!). Stop by for 5 minutes and you’ll get a dose of her positivity and word play when she whips up your personal tagline.
Creative
Children ask about 300 questions a day, small change to Kelsey’s inquisitiveness! Her curiosity fuels an impeccable flair for copywriting, making everyone’s life here easier. She’s also a Bon Appetit aficionado, so seek her out for new dinner ideas!
Insights
As a former product designer and former creator of window displays, Kevin can see the big picture and the nitty gritty details. Insatiably curious, he’s always googling. Ask and he’ll create a process for anything in under 5 minutes.
Account
Kraeton’s what you call a team player; a former baseball and football player who’s ready when a client calls an audible. On the account team, that’s called an All-Star. An avid golfer and globetrotter, look to Kraeton for travel recommendations.
Human Resources
It seems like Kristina is always accelerating, which is good because she needs to keep this agency chugging along! Witty and full of joy, she’s a junkie for OLV’s and can help you with any video search sans chicken; she still cooks it well-well done.
Development
Kyle is all about “The Beautiful Game”; he claims it’s soccer, but we think it’s his front end development game. Funny and adventurous, if he’s not near a pitch he’s gaming somewhere else. He’s your guy to talk all things soccer—or dev!
Creative
Bozo buckets? Check. Potato sack races? Check. Creative design? Double check. Lauren brings a “champions” edge to everything she does, much to the delight of her teammates and clients, but challenge her to a schoolyard game at your own risk.
Creative
A fitness fanatic with a goofy sense of humor, LK keeps us up-to-date on everything from Instagram to clean-eating. When you stop by the office, she’ll welcome you with an animoji video message—recorded in her signature British accent.
Account
A native Pennsylvanian, Lindsay makes friends wherever she goes—the post office, the grocery store, even client meetings, so we’ll forgive her for putting ketchup on her hot dogs. A big Penn State fan, get ready to talk some college sports with her!
Development
Linnea is pretty quiet when you first meet her, but get acclimated and she’ll blow you away, not unlike the webpages she develops for clients. A trained illustrator, she likes to draw, play guitar and dabble in French in her spare time. La belle vie!
Account
Watch Lizzy gracefully balance all of her accounts and it’s easy to see that she was a gymnast for 16 years. Laidback yet energetic, her independent demeanor is a perfect fit for this agency. Give her 5 minutes and she’ll teach you to cartwheel.
Insights
Matthew is quick to say his coworkers are family; judging by the effort he puts into research, that makes him a very family-oriented guy! Loud and energetic, he can play seven instruments, so don’t forget him if you’re recruiting an office band.
Creative
Caffeine-fueled ‘Bergy’ has created work featuring everything from bull-fighting Sumo wrestlers to nunchuck-wielding leprechauns. When he’s not writing unique voices for clients, he’s studying ancient religions or looking for evidence of alien life.
Account
Other than his chicken wing snobbery, dry humor and Bills obsession, you’d never know Matt was from Buffalo. He can be anyone and anything to his clients, helping make the volatile nature of agency life much easier.
New Business
What makes Matt so good at his job? He’s up for anything. Whether it’s a science class or a last-minute bungee jump (not kidding), he goes all in. Stop by for some of that spontaneity—he’ll plan your next trip with a map and a coin flip.
Insights
Some people spend their free time playing video games, Matt spends his creating them! It’s that passion for development that makes him so great at his job. He’s got a rustic side, too; join him for some woodworking or learn some new bird calls!
Account
Pressure? What’s that? Mauricio is a calm, cool, collected dude who has the ability to stay focused under pressure, like he doesn’t even work in an agency. Funny with a contagious laugh, he makes the best smoothies in town. Stop by for a sip or two!
Account
Megan’s perpetually cluttered desk couldn’t be further from her highly organized and whip-smart approach to the work. And she’ll keep you laughing with 5 minutes of party theme ideas for your next soiree.
Creative
Motor City Mike is always one to give you an honest-yet-thoughtful opinion. He loves variety, which comes in handy when working with a myriad of clients. Give him 5 minutes and he can hand-letter your name in any style you want.
Production
With an Interior Design degree, Michael has a Hoosier’s knack for spatial utilization, a vastly under-appreciated trait of a great production artist. Adventurous to a T, he’s always up for exploration; a brand, a new destination, Michael is in!
Creative
A master of dry humor, Neil has a way with words that serves him well as a copywriter. He’s also a committed collector of strange and fascinating facts. Stop by and he’ll tell you a 5-minute tale of historical weirdness and intrigue.
Account
An avid golfer, if Paige isn’t on the green she’s wearing Green and White cheering on her beloved Michigan State Spartans. She pours that same school passion into all of her clients. If you’ve got 5 minutes, swap some skydiving stories with her!
Insights
Jersey girl Parvathi is always down to explore her new hometown; restaurants, museums, shops: you name it! With that curiosity, it’s no wonder she’s a key cog on our insights team. An avid tennis player, in 5 minutes she’ll wipe you off the court!
Photography + Videography
A pre-med back in the day, Pele found himself day dreaming about photography while in the lab. Now he shoots everything from portraits to apartments. Spend 5 minutes with him and you’ll leave with a picture-perfect balloon animal.
Development
Ask Phillip anything about planes—between that and web development, he’s a whiz at stuff that goes over most people’s heads. And on a more down to earth level, 5 minutes with him and you can score a sweet self-defense move.
Creative
Priya’s a bit of a homebody, preferring to curl up with a book, brew some homemade kombucha, and create some designs that are out of this world. Known for her taste and thoughtfulness, in 5 minutes she can find the perfect meme for any situation!
Account
Rebecca spends a lot of time in the kitchen and has a background working with professional chefs, so when it comes to clients, she can take the heat. Passionate and reliable, she’s also an avid snowboarder; stop by and swap some slope stories!
VP/Director of Client Solutions
The father of triplets, Rob not only knows how to lead, but how to nurture (not to mention juggle a lot of responsibility!) A proud Wisconsinite, he’s always quick to talk all things Badger State. He’s a busy man, but always has 5 minutes for you.
Creative
Rose has the keen gift of seeing growth potential in everything, and not just her Bernese Mountain Dog puppy, either. Her savvy UX designs help bring all her clients’ websites to life. Kind-hearted and funny, she’s always up for trying something new.
Account
The pride of Winfield, IL, Sam is the rare case of formal meeting goofy, which is to be expected from someone born on Friday the 13th. His ability to be all things to all people serve him well on our accounts team. In 5 minutes you’ll be best pals!
Creative
From Seoul to Chattanooga, Dolly Parton to Beyonce, Sara is all about balance, the best trait of any UI/UX designer. An avid reader in both English and Korean, she’s mastered the lost art of patience. Need a cheerleader, Sara will hype you up!
Director of Production
Master of the poker face, Scott can keep us on our toes. He’s a problem solver at heart, and the guiding force behind ES99. Come by the office to spend 5 minutes with him and he’ll offer seriously sage advice for whatever you need.
Insights
Sergio’s wrestled a few alligators away from his parent’s garage; if he were any more Floridian, he’d be a meme! As it is, he rocks digital media behind the scenes, always there for the team when needed. And he can roll a burrito in 7 seconds, ftw!
New Business
Out of a plane, into a sales opportunity; Shaun is always up for a good dive. A food-focused fitness junkie, he’s as invested in you reaching your goals as he is of his own, making him irreplaceable to the biz dev team. This pug parent’s got you!
Insights
Spencer’s a baseball guy; the consummate team player in the field who comes through at the plate. That’s also a metaphor for his research skills that keep us knocking out big league content. Give him 5 minutes and he’ll teach you to throw a knuckler.
VP/Director of Creative
Our fearless leader in all things strategic, beautiful or coffee related (she loves her pour over!) Stacie’s vision makes every project better. She even designed our office—stop by and she’ll plant a tiny succulent for you.
Creative
Steve doesn’t have to tell you about his kiddos to know he’s a dad—his jokes always give him away. That sense of fun keeps his designs fresh, too. Give him 5 minutes and he’ll keep you laughing with a lesson in improv.
Creative
A part-time stage manager and full-time language nerd, Taylor knows how to make your brand sound its best. Book 5 minutes with her and receive a creative found-text poem, plus a free lesson in telling stage left from stage right.
Development
Tommy’s definitely an inside/outside-the-box guy: he likes gaming and the outdoors, hip hop to K-pop, building websites and building PCs. He’s the Dev Team’s jack of all trades! Ever observant, he’s a big LOTR fan; try to stump him with some trivia!
Creative
Former model/ on-and-off again stand-up comedian Tripp brings some serious heat—er, wit—to his writing. His affable approach to creative keeps the team even-keeled, regardless of the pressure. A 16” softball legend, stop by for a 5-minute hero story!
