TEAM

A boutique team of designers, developers & strategists.

Our team of experts leverages the latest technologies and design trends to create impactful and engaging online experiences for our clients. Whether it's developing a new website, managing social media accounts, improving search engine rankings, or executing promotional campaigns, Up Digital is dedicated to delivering results that drive success for our clients.

OUR LEADERS

Maria Gorn

Founder and Art Director

Maria Gorn, the founder of our company, boasts a strong foundation in Digital Communication Strategies, backed by a BA in Marketing and Advertising. Her journey began as a Graphic Designer in a creative agency, evolving to leadership roles such as Director of E-Commerce at a prominent CBD company based in Colorado and opening her own agency. Maria has steered over 100 successful projects in Marketing and Advertisement, showcasing her exceptional creative vision and strategic prowess.

Olia Kvitko

Marketing and Advertising Manager

Olia Kvitko’s notable successes include the launch of a thriving jewelry brand and a prestigious yacht catering company, Olia brings over four years of hands-on marketing experience to the table. Her strategic mindset and innovative approach have consistently driven business growth and brand visibility.

Farida van Riesen

Armed with a BA in Media and Communication Science and an Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies, Farida van Riesen boasts a span of eight years of experience, seamlessly blending 3 years in Sales with 5 years in Operations and Project Management within the Legal and Real Estate sectors. Farida's journey showcases her expertise, positioning her as a dynamic leader adept at navigating complex projects. Leveraging her diverse background and multilingualism, she drives growth and forges strategic partnerships with finesse.

Director of Business Development/Sales

Victoria Murga

Strategy and Consulting Director

Victoria Murga is a distinguished professional with a solid academic background and extensive expertise in business analytics. Armed with a BA in Business Studies and Finance, as well as an MA in Applied Analytics from University of Columbia, Victoria has honed her skills as a freelance Business Consultant and Strategist. Her strategic acumen and analytical prowess are invaluable assets in driving forward-thinking strategies for our clients.

OUR TEAM

Tatiana Stektser

Paid Ads and SEO Manager

Tatiana Stektser has effectively propelled renowned brands forward previously working as a Project Manager at the global advertising agency BBDO. Tatiana's career highlights include spearheading marketing endeavors for the esteemed French jewelry brand, Mauboussin, developing the brand's presence in Russia and collaborative efforts with Villeroy and Boch.

Valeria Denga

Influencer Marketing Manager

Valeria Denga has extensive experience in social media and brand promotion. As the owner of a sustainable brand and a notable influencer with a substantial following, Valeria has demonstrated her ability to organically grow social media accounts to significant milestones (up to 20k, 315k, 750k). Her collaboration with renowned brands like Vogue and Forbes underscores her proficiency in producing quality content and fostering impactful partnerships.

IT Team

  • iOS developer (Swift)

    Alexander creates products for iOS from scratch. He builds modern, enterprise-ready and well-commented code without memory leaks. He is constantly upgrading his skills and checks the coding approaches.

  • Full Stack Web Developer

    Dima is a full-stack web developer (python as a backend language) with 7+ years of experience and a mobile developer with 3+ years of experience. Dima has experience in different areas, from e-commerce to complex insurance and medical services projects.

  • Full Stack Web Developer

    Hank has 12 years of experience in Web Development.

    Back End Development

    - PHP 5+/7 - Yii 2.0; CakePHP; Phalcon; Laravel - Node JS - Express;

    - Databases - MySQL; PostgreSQL; MongoDB

    - Libraries / APIs - Facebook; Google; PayPal; Stripe

    - Bots/ Telegram Bot(python), Telegram Bot(node), Irc Bot (Tcl)

    Front End Development

    - JavaScript - Angular JS 1/2; jQuery; Vue.js

    - HTML/HTML5

    - CSS/CSS3 - Bootstrap

Design Team

  • Graphic Designer

    Alicia is a versatile graphic designer specializing in branding and digital design. She excels in crafting modern, impactful visuals that effectively communicate clients' messages. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to staying updated on design trends, Alicia consistently produces innovative designs that exceed expectations.

  • UX/UI Designer

    Emily W is a UX/UI designer specializing in creating intuitive digital interfaces. She excels in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and user testing to ensure usability and accessibility.

  • Motion Graphics Designer

    Daniel M is a creative motion graphics designer skilled in bringing static visuals to life through dynamic animations. He specializes in creating engaging motion graphics for marketing campaigns, explainer videos, and social media content.