Our Team
Meet the powerhouse behind Upward Engine—our expert marketing team! Founded in 2013, Upward Engine has grown into a leading digital marketing company, driven by a team with decades of combined experience. We specialize in crafting data-driven strategies that help businesses thrive online. Whether it’s SEO, paid advertising, content marketing, or web design, our team is passionate about delivering real results. With a deep understanding of digital trends and a commitment to client success, we’re here to fuel your growth and take your brand to new heights!
CEO
Paul Staten
CEO – Founder
Sales Team
Chris Siebeneck
VP of Strategic Partnerships
Dave Kimball
Sr. Sales Representative
Hillary Novabos
Sales Executive
Client Success Team
Allie Hansen
Senior Client Success Manager
Andrew Call
Client Success Team Manager
Beth Brummel
Digital Marketing Strategist
Braeden Ashby
Director of Client Services
Britton Holyoak
Senior Client Success Manager
Emilio Martinez
Client Success Manager
Gillian Ponce
Digital Marketing Team Manager
Harrison Francis
Client Success Manager
Jason Branin
Executive Client Marketing Strategist
Jay Montilla
Partnership Assistant
Josh Watts
Digital Marketing Strategist
Kyle Koon
Digital Marketing Specialist
Lauren Antley
Client Success Manager
Leah Beehler
Digital Marketing Strategist
Mark Mehler
Senior Partnership Marketing Strategist
McKenna Racine
Client Success Manager
Michelle Jenkins
Digital Marketing Specialist
Ryan Martinez
Digital Marketing Strategist
Rylee Campbell
Digital Marketing Team Lead
Steve Rigby
Client Success Team Lead
Paid Media Team
Ervee Almonte
Display Manager
Jaline Gonzales
PPC Manager
Jana Gonzales
PPC Manager
Joshua Scheer
Director of Advertising
Lecel Gonzales
PPC Manager
Mary Bueno
PPC Manager
Megan Kerr
Marketing Manager
Michael Wach
Paid Search Manager
Nero Bala
PPC Manager
Ralph Del Rosario
PPC Manager
Enterprise SEO Team
Celeste Hill
Director of Enterprise Services
Cynthia Despres
SEO Manager, Enterprise
Kristin Coleman
Project Manager
Mona Abdallah
SEO Strategist, Enterprise
Admin Team
Ally Sarmiento
Virtual Assistant
Angie Tolman
Director of Administration
Ellen Salvani
Part Time Admin Assistant
Erika Cline
Billing Manager
Grace Bengco
Virtual Assistant
Loisa Gustilo
Admin Assistant
Louise Sunga
Operations Manager
Maxine Mejia
Admin Assistant
Sy Castillo
Billing Assistant
SEO Team
Ben Dowsett
Sr Digital Marketing Copywriter
Bien Genato
Jr. Copywriter
Brevin Ashby
Sr. SEO Specialist
Carina Lauron
Jr. Blogwriter
Crisanta Leonardo
Jr. Copywriter
Destiny Pidgeon
Director of Operations
Edwin Ng
Network Specialist
Emma Welker
SEO Manager
Karmina Tigno
Jr. Copywriter
Kent Galon
Jr. SEO Technician
Keziah Franciso
Jr. Copywriter Team Lead
Kimberly Bravo
Jr. Copywriter
Michael Baxter
Digital Marketing Strategist
Mike Marsh
Premium SEO Analyst/Account Manager
Nick Dolendo
Jr. SEO Technician
Oliver Davis
Sr Digital Marketing Copywriter
Rachel Pacamara
Link Building Specialist
Rocelyn Sapeda
Jr. SEO Technician
Tim Mejia
Jr. Blogwriter
Vanessa Vargas
Sr SEO Specialist
Web Team
John Pacete
Web Developer
John Principio
Web Developer
Mark Singleton
Director of Technology
Rebekah Coon
Web Developer
Rod Christensen
Creative Director