Ryan Beck — Chief Idea Officer

Ryan's skills are a unique blend of talent and experience. He served four years in the Army's military intelligence core as an Afghan linguist, and has also been recognized for his programming and design skills since grade school. This seeming dichotomy results in creative designs, detailed code, and a truly distinct perspective on projects of all types.

Ryan graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a degree in computer operations management and moved to Chicago to work for a web development company as a designer and programmer. He returned to the Upstate in 2000 during which time he has worked as a web developer and graphic designer for clients like NuVox Communications, the Greenville Hospital System, and the American Cancer Society.

Ryan and his wife recently welcomed their second child. When he's not at work, Ryan spends his free time hiking, fishing, and boating. He also enjoys books and language. And watch out! He is a big prankster and loves a practical joke!

Charles Carter — Rain Maker

Thanks to his technical background and extensive sales experience, Charles has a unique outlook on business needs and a remarkable ability to identify appropriate solutions. He has successfully led the Mediasation sales force to record-breaking sales year after year.

Charles attended York Technical College in Rock Hill, SC, earning a degree in computer technology. He moved to Greenville following a project with a major software manufacturer and spent many years providing software and hardware solutions for local businesses. Charles' experience in software sales includes leading the sales effort for PurchaseLink Systems, a software product for the purchasing industry.

Charles and his wife of 22 years have four sons. In his free time, he enjoys fishing, photography, and coaching and watching his kids' baseball teams.

James Rivers — The Architect

James plays to win. His competitive spirit is the driving force behind many of Mediasation's industry-leading solutions and resources. In his role as a developer, he performs a variety of tasks, including CMS provisioning, higher-level server support, and database administration.

James received his formal training in the Clemson University computer science program. He has spent the last ten years programming web applications with database back-ends, four years of which were specifically focused on developing customer-facing applications for a telecommunications company in Greenville.

James and his wife have been married for 10 years and have three children. When he's not in the office, he enjoys running, tae kwon do, coaching his sons' baseball teams and attending Clemson sporting events.

Michael Beck — Special Ops

Michael is a man of many talents, and fittingly, he wears many hats in his role at Mediasation. He is able to converse on many different topics ranging from UFC fights to theoretical physics. This aptitude is clearly translatable to his role at Mediasation, where he is ready to assist clients with everything from minor support issues to large-scale application needs.

Michael has extensive experience in the field of online application development. He has taken courses in advanced mathematics, science, and technology at the University of North Carolina at Asheville and strives to stay at the forefront of new technology trends.

Michael and his wife have been married for 14 years and have three children. His hobbies include: riding motorcycles, tae kwon do, and target shooting.

Lynda Raley — The Conductor

Toot-toot! Lynda has been making sure all the trains run on time since joining Mediasation in January 2007. It is her mission to ensure all client projects are completed on-time and on-budget.

Lynda received her BS in Business Administration and BA in French at Centenary College in Shreveport, LA. She also studied Literature & Culture at the University Catholique Polytechnique de Lille in Lille, France. Before joining the Mediasation team, Lynda worked as a senior writer and web project manager for Infor, the third largest enterprise software company in the world. Before relocating to Greenville, she worked for several firms in her hometown of Dallas, TX, including T-NETIX, Digital Pilot Corporation, and Multimedia Learning.

If you have a sweet tooth, be sure to stop by Lynda's office. She keeps an assortment of chocolate on hand! It works better than coal at keeping programmers' engines running.

Tania Nix — Operations Diva

Tania is all about the bling. Her bubbly personality and energetic attitude bring a fun and inviting quality to every detail of her position as operations manager, where she is responsible for various office management duties as well as accounting, training, human resources, and managing the customer support center.

Tania earned her Associate Degree in Merchandising from Greenville Technical College. Before joining Mediasation, she was a COB claims analyst for Blue Cross Blue Shield of SC. She also held administrative positions with GEA, Inc. and Textile Industries.

Tania and her husband have been married for 18 years and have a son, Ryan. Her hobbies include shopping, scrapbooking, and indulging in chocolate. You can also catch her spinning around town in her new convertible!

Chris Coker — Code Ninja

Although his ninja training may be questionable, his code skills aren't. Chris combines ninja-like concentration, detailed testing, and thorough requirements analysis to deliver powerful apps.

Chris attended Clemson University where he earned a BS in Computer Science and a MS in Ecommerce. Before joining Mediasation, he was employed at NuVox Communications, Inc. as a web developer.

When he's not in the office, Chris enjoys playing poker, working out, traveling, and cooking. His favorite recipe is honey nut chicken. Additionally, he has an extensive music library that currently includes 27,806 songs.

Barry Jones — Alpha Geek

Although Barry turned a hobby into a career, he takes his position as web developer very seriously (as his self-imposed title would suggest). His interest in development began while building the website for Clemson University's Central Spirit organization and evolved into related coursework, a degree, and eventually, his full-time gig at Mediasation.

Barry attended Clemson University, earning a BS in Computer Information Systems and an MS in Ecommerce. He previously served as a web developer at NuVox Communications, Inc. and as president of a startup that developed web solutions for public schools.

Barry and his wife live in Easley with their two dogs (fun fact: one of the dogs is a therapy animal). In his free time, Barry enjoys Clemson sports, poker, traveling, and water sports. He has extensive knowledge of highly-useless Clemson sports stats. Barry also claims that he is "willing to try anything once."

Stephanie Mneimneh — Client Activist

Stephanie radiates southern charm. Her gracious attitude is an invaluable asset in her role at Mediasation, where she initially served as a project manager and has recently transitioned into a dedicated account executive position. Her goal is to help clients understand and identify their needs.

Stephanie graduated from USC Upstate, earning a BS in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing. She previously served as Manager of Sales/Design at Southern Galleries.

When she's not hard at work, Stephanie enjoys a truly unique combination of leisure activities: shopping, target shooting, and hanging out with family and friends. She currently lives with her husband in Simpsonville, SC.

Nate Hanna — Standards Code Warrior

Nate is both a talented photographer and a disciplined athlete. These skills intermix perfectly in his role as a designer with a strong emphasis on web standards. He brings a blend of creativity and accessibility to each website design.

Nate attended Furman University, earning a BA in Political Science with a concentration in Graphic Design. He was employed as a web/software developer at Super Duper Publications and as an interactive designer at Brains on Fire prior to joining Mediasation in April 2007. Nate is an accomplished runner and was a member of both the Track and Cross Country teams at Furman and at Blacksburg High School in VA. During his senior year at Blacksburg, he helped lead his team to two state titles: Cross Country and the 4x800 relay.

Nate and his wife have been married for five years. In his free time, Nate enjoys playing "couch ball" with his dog, reading mysteries and horror stories, and the occasional Nintendo DS game.

Jaimee Stauffer — Searchologist

In terms of search, Jaimee has a lot of practical experience. Her own search led her from Clarion, PA, to San Diego, CA, and eventually, to Greenville, SC. Along the way, she learned about web writing, search engine optimization, and online marketing techniques, working with clients of all sizes to build successful online strategies.

Jaimee attended Allegheny College, earning a BA in English and Psychology. Before joining Mediasation in December 2007, Jaimee was employed by Einstein Industries. She has also served as an SEO consultant for several firms.

Jaimee likes to swim, shop, and travel. Despite her two left feet, she is formally trained in ballroom dance and enjoys waltzing around her kitchen.

Karen Shoemaker — Giving Guru

Karen spent the last 8 1/2 years as a stay-at-home mom and volunteer. She draws on this experience daily in her role at Mediasation, where she heads up the online giving sales division. Karen is a true go-getter who is willing to tackle even the most demanding tasks.

After receiving a BS in Marketing Management from Virginia Tech, Karen went on to earn an MBA from James Madison University. Prior to joining Mediasation, she ran the field marketing organization for Winstar Communications and has traveled extensively to South America with MCI.

Karen has been married for 10 years and has two sons, Grady and Tommy. She is the middle child of five and has a huge extended family that includes 82 first cousins.

Charlie Carter — Client Search & Rescue

As the oldest of four brothers, Charlie knows a thing or two about being part of a high-energy group. This experience easily translates to his role as a member of the Mediasation support team, where he assists clients with a variety of needs.

Charlie was born in Camden and attended Eastside High School. He is completing a technology degree at Florida College and plans to become a programmer. He loves working for Mediasation, proclaiming, "I have the best boss!"

Charlie's hobbies include working out, fishing, golfing, working on his car, and hanging out with his friends. He loves chicken biscuits.

Crystal Finch — Web Strategist

Crystal's engaging personality and broad marketing background make her a true asset to the Mediasation team. She is prepared to assist clients with all aspects of their online strategies by identifying needs and determining innovative solutionsÉwhich is just a fancy way of saying she can be your personal virtual stylist.

Crystal is a native Floridian. She attended Rollins College, earning a BA in International Business. She is currently enrolled in the Digital Design diploma program through the Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online. Sort of a corporate downtown meets the artsy West End. Prior to joining Mediasation, Crystal served as a Marketing Coordinator for a green building consulting firm.

Crystal enjoys art, dancing, yoga, and outdoor activities. She loves wearing scarves, learning about the environment and sustainability, and playing outside.

Sarah Sain The Translator

Sarah has a passion for foreign languages and has studied Spanish and German for more than seven years. This background is a perfect primer for her role at Mediasation, where she serves as a liaison between clients and the production team. Sarah works with clients to establish goals, communicates these needs to the developers, and keeps everyone in the loop as the project progresses.

Sarah attended North Greenville University, earning a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in Spanish and Marketing. She has a diverse background that includes sales, customer service, and marketing experience.

Outside of the office, Sarah enjoys cooking and traveling. Her favorite retreat is her home in the mountains of North Carolina.