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