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From Lead to Launch: The Multidisciplinary Approach of Launch Brigade

The Launch Brigade team brings together a dynamic blend of expertise in technology, design, sales, and project management to complete website development projects. Our collective skills encompass a broad range from web and full-stack development to creative direction, sales strategy, project management, and quality assurance. This diverse skill set ensures projects are not only technically sound but also creatively appealing, strategically marketed, and meticulously managed from conception through to launch and beyond. Our team’s collaborative approach leverages each member’s unique strengths, driving success in delivering innovative web solutions.

Principals

Chris Miller

Chris Miller

CEO / Founder / Rocket Scientist

Chris is an former automotive technician, IT specialist, and entrepreneur. Chris grew up in the South Bay Area and entered the IT industry at the beginning of the dot com era. In 2005 Chris founded ScratchSpace Inc. an IT consulting company which has called Santa Cruz home since 2008. His background includes 17 years of experience in the IT technical field as a system administrator and operations manager at a local internet service provider. In 2009 Chris created Santa Cruz Application Development in 2009, a project aimed at training local computer science students to create world class web applications. This effort was re-branded to Launch Brigade in 2011, a name that spoke to the values and capabilities of our growing team. Chris lives in the Santa Cruz Mountains, and enjoys home brewing beer, snow skiing, PHP Programming, and aspires to make Crossfit part of his weekly schedule.

Brooklyn Taylor

Brooklyn Taylor

Creative Director

As Creative Director at Launch Brigade, Brooklyn leads the creative vision, merging innovative design with the latest technology to craft seamless solutions that perfectly target audience engagement. With her extensive background in both print and digital design, she excels at transforming client visions into tangible successes. Brooklyn’s educational foundation in Advertising and her role in educational advisory positions underline her commitment to pushing creative boundaries and nurturing future talents. Her approach is client-centered, ensuring every project not only meets but surpasses expectations.

Key Team Members

Michael Geisen

Michael Geisen

Director of Sales

As the Director of Sales, Michael excels in strategizing with clients to align their business goals with actionable plans, leveraging his extensive 20+ years of experience across various sectors such as manufacturing, biotech, and IT. His unique background in aerospace engineering and experience as a commercial pilot adds a strategic depth to his approach in sales, enabling him to navigate complex negotiations and drive success in diverse industries. Michael’s leadership is pivotal in steering teams towards exceeding client expectations, emphasizing a results-driven approach in every project.

Rex Reyes

Rex Reyes

Full Stack Developer

Rex is a highly skilled full-stack developer with 20 years of experience spanning graphic design, branding, marketing, and especially front-end development. Fluent in PHP, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML, he is the go-to for blending creative design with technical development. His ability to deliver logical solutions and innovative ideas makes him a pivotal figure in developing comprehensive web solutions, embodying the essence of full-stack capabilities by merging aesthetic vision with functional programming.

Nick Galvez

Nick Galvez

Full Stack Developer

As a seasoned full-stack web developer and technical leader, Nick specializes in navigating the full spectrum of development from initial concept through to deployment, excelling in environments that demand expertise in various programming languages, including Java, PHP, and JavaScript, with a particular focus on WordPress. Nick’s passion lies in transforming client visions into technical realities, adeptly managing the journey from design to post-launch, thriving in complex, multi-project scenarios, and finding satisfaction in optimizing continuous integration workflows to ensure efficiency and reliability.

Stephanie Nelson

Stephanie Nelson

Project Manager

Stephanie’s transition from stage management to tech illustrates her exceptional project management skills. Her experience across various industries, including retail and education, has honed her ability to organize and lead projects efficiently. At Launch Brigade, she leverages her diverse background to excel in tech project management, demonstrating her adeptness at coordinating teams, solving problems, and achieving project goals. Her journey underscores her innate organizational talents and goal-oriented approach, making her a valuable asset to any project team.

Vaughn Nastor

Vaughn Nastor

Font-end Web Developer & Maintenance

Von’s role as a WordPress and front-end web developer is distinguished by his dedication to creating user-friendly, well-functioning websites. His expertise extends beyond development to include website maintenance, where his background in graphic design, technical support, and web hosting management ensures websites operate smoothly. Von’s commitment to staying updated with the latest trends and his problem-solving skills make him adept at offering contemporary solutions and maintaining high website performance standards. His interests in videography and spending time outdoors with his family round out his professional profile.

Gabe Galvez

Gabe Galvez

QA / Analytics

Gabe’s role at Launch Brigade is enriched by his focus on quality assurance and analytics. His expertise in web design and front-end development is complemented by a deep commitment to ensuring websites not only dazzle visually but also perform flawlessly. Gabe’s holistic approach involves meticulous attention to detail in design, coding, and site functionality, underpinned by rigorous quality checks and data-driven optimizations. This makes him pivotal in crafting websites that are not just appealing but also optimized for user experience and performance, delivering tangible value to clients.

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