Meet Chris Michaels, our Digital Marketing Consultant
With us since September 2020
Meet Joe Connolly, our Digital Marketing Consultant
Joe Connolly has been in the sales industry for over 6 years. When he’s not talking about ways to grow your business, he’s banging drums or traveling to new places around the globe. Joe is a graduate of Michigan State University and was a soccer player at Valparaiso University.
With us since May 2007
Meet Chris Thomas, our Founder & CEO
Chris Thomas started Web Traffic Partners in 2007 and brings over 25 years of comprehensive digital marketing and advertising experience to the table. His diverse background has provided him with extensive knowledge and expertise when it comes to marketing for a variety of businesses. Chris currently lives in Grand Rapids with his wife and three daughters.
With us since May 2007
Meet Heather Thomas, our Co-Founder & Creative Director
Heather Thomas co-founded Web Traffic Partners in 2007 and brings over 20 years of marketing and creative experience. During that time, she's delivered fresh, innovative ideas and strategic marketing direction. She takes pride in creating solutions that build
our clients' brands and marketing. Heather graduated from Michigan State University with a double major in marketing and graphic design.
With us since February 2019
Meet Michael Biafore, our COO
Michael Biafore has over 25 years of leadership experience and oversees the finance and operations of the company. Prior to joining Web Traffic Partners, Mike held various executive positions in the staffing, financial services, and technology industries. He graduated from Michigan State University with a B.A. in Finance and currently sits on the West Michigan Spartan Alumni Association and the YMCA Boards in West Michigan.
With us since March 2017
Meet Ernie Davis, our Lead Web Developer
Ernie Davis is our Lead Web Developer who works with our highly skilled team to design, develop, and deliver websites that are fast, easy to use, and appear in the top Google search results. Ernie is Google Ads certified and has been working in the industry since earning his CIS degree in 2002. Ernie enjoys listening to audio books and nature walks.
With us since May 2018
Meet Michael Rey, our Front-End Web Developer
Michael Rey is a front-end developer and web designer with a passion for all things visual. As part of our web team, he helps create and maintain highly functional and visually striking websites for a variety of clients. When he’s not building websites, Mike spends his time watching movies and anime, writing, and honing his amateur photography skills.
With us since September 2019
Meet Alex Darmos, our Web Developer
Alex Darmos is an experienced Web Developer driven by his desire to build and create. He takes pride in being able to take an idea from design to development. As a developer, his goals include continuing to learn the latest web technologies, keeping up with modern web trends, and providing the highest quality work for clients.
With us since January 2019
Meet Garrett Bleshenski, our Director of Video Operations
Garrett Bleshenski is an upbeat and skillful video producer at Web Traffic Partners. His experience in video production stems from a childhood passion for storytelling and enjoying salty popcorn. Garrett has led the creation of numerous video portfolios for businesses and individuals across Michigan since pursuing an education in video production and communications from Grand Valley State University in 2013.
With us since April 2019
Meet Josh Trussler, our Videographer
Josh Trussler is a versatile videographer at Web Traffic Partners. As a member of our team, he works hard to create original content that is customized to your business. When Josh is not working, he enjoys off-roading with his friends and working on cars.
With us since May 2017
Meet Andrea Klapp, our Content Strategist
Andrea Klapp is a Content Strategist who has written for dentists, plumbers, attorneys, and other professions from a wide range of industries. This versatility combined with her knowledge of search engine optimization makes her a highly effective communicator. In her spare time, you’ll find Andrea writing short stories, knitting, and taking astrology way too seriously.
With us since February 2019
Meet Dana Modrowski, our Content Strategist
Dana Modrowski is a Content Strategist and passionate defender of the Oxford comma. She is an experienced writer and editor with a demonstrated history of helping businesses tell their stories in the digital space. When she’s not writing, she can be found haunting the aisles of Trader Joe’s in search of the elusive cauliflower gnocchi.
With us since March 2020
Meet Deanna Grogan, our Content Strategist
Deanna Grogan is an experienced writer, editor, and designer with a passion for storytelling and an eye for detail. Outside of her role as a Content Strategist, Deanna enjoys listening to history podcasts, rereading Harry Potter, and watching Michael Schur comedies and BBC game shows with her husband and their beloved black cat.
With us since September 2019
Meet Daniel Oswalt, our Media Strategist
Daniel Oswalt has spent the last 10 years making media content. From short animated projects to custom company videos to social media campaigns, he knows his way around the creative world. He can’t wait to brainstorm with you on what your next big idea could be!
