Jason Carlbom - Creative Director
Jason directly oversees the team of Kellen Interactive Web designers and programmers and coordinates with the various departments associated with Internet design and development. The result is a cohesive blend of technical, graphical and marketing expertise. In addition to his 20+ years of experience in creative design, Jason has worked within all platforms and is highly skilled in the latest technology for visual design, interface design, animation and site architecture. Before joining Kellen Interactive, he served as Director for Internet/Intranet Development at MCI. Previously, he owned a Website design, multimedia and digital illustration studio, with clients that included IBM and Alltel. Jason holds a Visual Arts degree from The Art Institute of Atlanta. He is a member of the International Webmasters' Association, the HTML Writers Guild, the Webmasters' Guild and the Microsoft Internet Content Developers Group.
Keith Keeney - Vice President
Keith is responsible for the overall management of Kellen Interactive, whose services include Website design, development and marketing as well as database integration, applications development, e-commerce and much more. Since joining the parent company in 1981, Keith has directed communications programs for a variety of clients, coordinating publicity, marketing communications, media relations, generic product promotion and strategic planning. Kellen Interactive was formed in 1997. Under Keith's direction, Kellen Interactive has developed over 600 Websites. A seasoned marketing and communications veteran with over 20 years of experience, Keith knows how to help associations and companies identify and achieve their Internet objectives.
Keith holds a Bachelor's degree from Emory University.
Call Keith at 678-303-3042
Email Keith
June Price - Art Director
June adds breadth and depth to Kellen Interactive' design department, with more than 15 years of expertise in graphic design. Her experience driving advertising campaigns, developing corporate identities and implementing marketing strategies has served our clients well. She put those skills to use as Art Director at World Financial Group (a multi-million dollar financial services firm) before bringing them to Kellen Interactive. Prior to that, she worked for an ad agency whose clients included Bloomingdale's, Waldenbooks, Sears, Rich's and computer distributors/Internet marketing companies. Her background also includes valuable experience at Carlson Marketing Group, a well-known consumer marketing firm in the northwest United States. Her non-profit work includes valuable contributions to AIDS-Gwinnett, Jerusalem House and Hands on Atlanta.
June received a degree in Communication Arts/Public Relations from Georgia Southern University. She is a major reason Kellen Interactive recently received the prestigious "Creative Design" award from Association Trends magazine.
Matt Parry - Associate Manager, Client Solutions
Matt oversees Project Management and Production Coordination for Kellen Interactive, and provides a critical eye on project requirements, scope and budgeting. Matt also is a member of the Project Management Institute and an active participant in management and leadership events locally in Atlanta. He earned a B.A. in Fine Art with computer science concentration, from Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, a degree in multimedia and 3D animation at the Art Institute of Atlanta and completed a Masters of Information Technology in from Southern Polytechnic State University in December 2009. His knowledge of application languages (ASP, PHP, .NET), user interface design and video technologies allows for accurate and timely communications with our clients.
Brad Huchteman - Web Specialist
Brad has over 7 years of Web experience and has deployed several hundred websites during his career. His talents include front-end development, database design, Flash development, accessible site design and project management. Previously, he oversaw maintenance, redesigns, new development, and integration of third party systems for numerous Safeway (the grocery chain) sites and applications. He also worked closely with award-winning faculty at Georgia State University to create course content and interactive learning tools using Flash.
Dan VanHiel - Web Specialist
Dan is highly skilled at Internet-related graphic communications, including image manipulation, computer illustration/animation, and Flash. Prior to joining Kellen Interactive, Dan worked as an Interactive Designer at Carroll/White Advertising creating Websites, banner ads and rich email campaigns. His six years' experience as a Web Developer also includes service at AGL Resources, parent company of Atlanta Gas Light, as part of their award-winning Web team. His outstanding work included creation of CD-ROMs, interactive timelines and corporate Intranet enhancements. Dan is a graduate of Kennesaw State University, majoring in graphic communications.
Stan Samples - Internet Marketing Manager
Stan is responsible for assisting clients in implementing Internet marketing strategies such as Search Engine Optimization and @Site Marketing. His responsibilities include working with clients and staff to ensure maximum results with the major search engines, tracking and updating accounts and participating in the creative communications process. His site promotion skills have resulted in top rankings on major search engines such as Google, Yahoo, Bing, Ask, AOL and others. His experience in marketing, public relations and "Start-Up" companies enhances his ability to market our clients nationally via the World Wide Web. Stan has over 20 years of writing, public relations and marketing experience with work in a variety of industries including beverages, entertainment, education, financial services, food, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, legal services, packaged goods, professional services, real estate, restaurant and technology.
Stan is a magna cum laude graduate of Georgia State University, with a BBA in marketing.
Jason Abney - e-Business Implementation Manager
Jason offers a dynamic blend of talents -- outstanding Website development and design skills combined with a detailed knowledge of software applications. Most recently, Jason was employed by ChildPlus Software, where he maintained the company's Website, provided technical support, tested new software applications and performed upgrades to existing software applications. Jason also has several years of Website development and design experience for a variety of clients. He is extremely adept at utilizing the latest Web authoring tools and trains clients on Content Management software.
Jason attended LaGrange College and is currently pursuing his Master CIW Designer Certification at Oglethorpe University. He has earned the Certified Webmaster designation from the International Association of Web Masters and Designers.
David Sanchez - Database Developer
Dave has more than 20 years of extensive application and hardware system support experience and is highly skilled at identifying and designing database solutions for business environments. Dave has an extensive knowledge of LAN and WAN planning and installation, Visual Basic 6.0, Microsoft Access (1997 and 2000), assembly programming, basic electronics, HVAC power and more. He also has successfully completed several training courses, including IBM Hardware Diagnostic Training.
Dave holds a degree in Computer Science from Pensacola Junior College.
Mark Salmi - Senior Graphic Designer
Mark joined Kellen Interactive' design department after dedicating more than 9 years to the printing industry, where his duties included graphic design, layout, pre-press production and everything in-between. He also has a comprehensive knowledge of PC and Macintosh platforms, hardware and software troubleshooting and electronic file preparation. In addition, Mark assists Kellen Interactive with the creation of Adobe Acrobat files for Web use. Mark's diverse experience has enabled him to provide all clients with timely, consistent and high-quality work.
Mark holds a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design from the University of Akron, where he also minored in Illustration.
Doug Johnson - Manager, Information Systems
Doug brings a decade of systems experience and expertise to Kellen Interactive. Prior to joining the parent company, Doug managed the support for computer networks for a variety of companies as a specialist and consultant. His work with, and understanding of, vendors, programmers, end-users and customers has led to a unique ability to align technology with business needs.
Doug has a thorough knowledge of all major software applications and operating systems. He is a Certified Network Engineer and a member of The Network Professionals Association, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Management Science from Bridgewater State College.
Melba Searcy - Senior Designer
With nine years' industry experience, Melba Searcy has worked with associations, non-profits, government and the entertainment industry. Before joining the team at Kellen, Melba designed for a national mechanical distribution corporation, created materials used by the State of Tennessee to recruit businesses, and did product design for a digital learning company. Melba gives back to the community by offering her expertise to nationally known and local non-profits and works with youth groups to expose them to careers in design.
Melba earned a Bachelors of Arts in Design from Hampton University in Virginia.
Joe Lain - Senior Web Developer
Joe has 5+ years of experience in terms of planning, production and deployment of Web projects. As one of Kellen Interactive's primary Web Application Specialists, Joe is responsible for Website-related content, including site updates, SEO optimization and performance, custom PHP development and AJAX scripting, including complete management of numerous database-integrated Websites.
Darin Galgano - Web Specialist
Darin is a lead Front-End Developer for Kellen Interactive responsible for front-end Web development utilizing hand-coded HTML, CSS, Flash, ActionScript and JavaScript. Darin also assists with graphic design and creative direction of Websites. He works with the Interactive team in determining the optimal solutions to meet client's needs and deciding which technologies work best to achieve project objectives. Darin also manages consultations with clients to provide advice on Web strategy, technologies, design and goals for the end product.
Chris Mahan - Senior Designer
Chris Mahan began his career at Kellen in 2006 as a graphic designer. Previously he was a designer for Kap & Company Advertising Services and Art Director for Thomas Vanderbilt Communications. A graduate of The Art Institute of Atlanta in the field of Visual Communications, Chris has over 15 years of industry experience. His design has brought life to projects for companies such as Coca Cola, Popeyes, Kleen-Tex, Research Chefs Association, and Air Forwarders Association, among many others. Chris specializes in corporate identities and branding.
Lauren Godinez - Communications Specialist
Lauren is responsible for writing and editing effective marketing collateral, articles, newsletters and website content, as well as crafting detailed message points in an effort to increase readability and interest in client services and products. She also is skilled in social media techniques, including managing and writing Facebook content, Twitter feeds and multiple consumer outreach blogs. Prior to joining Kellen, Lauren worked at a boutique PR agency in Atlanta, and has very valuable experience in media relations and event promotion.
Lauren graduated from Kennesaw State University with a B.S. in Communications with a concentration in Public Relations.
Michael Passaglia - Graphic Designer
Michael's 10 years of diverse experience in graphic design and account management benefit a variety of Kellen Creative clients. Prior to Kellen, he was Head Graphic Designer at C2 Education where he worked on advertisements, brochures, internal marketing, curriculum materials, posters and banners at their national headquarters. Prior to that, he spent seven years at White House Advertising and Design, providing graphic design services for a variety of national and local companies as well as developing new business strategies. Michael is proficient in creating and directing new design ideas with innovative and well-executed concepts.
Michael holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from the University of Tennessee.
Darren Shifflett - Senior Web Developer
Darren has over 12 years experience working in all areas of full lifecycle web development. His expertise includes both front end development solutions such as prototypes, graphical designs, and interactive interface using the latest technologies in HTML, CSS, and jQuery as well as backend development utilizing SQL, MySQL, ASP, and PHP. As one of Kellen Interactive's Internet specialists, his responsibilities include web strategy, design implementation, and full cycle web development using multiple technology solutions.
Darren earned a Bachelor's of Science in Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology, with a certificate in information technology.
Thanh Vo - Lead e-Business Developer
As our lead e-business developer, Thanh Vo brings to the Kellen Interactive team over 10 years of extensive experience in web application development, with a concentration in user interface design and server processing. His highly advanced talents include Personify/TIMSS and ASP.net technical direction and expertise. Thanh is proficient in C#.NET, VB.NET, ASP.NET, XML, CSS, AJAX, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, SQL Server , TSQL Stored Procedures, and jQuery. Thanh’s technical expertise has helped take many Kellen Interactive clients to a higher level in terms of website functionality and usability.
Thanh majored in Computer Sciences at Georgia State University before launching into his professional career.
Jason Carlbom - Creative Director
Jason directly oversees the team of Kellen Interactive Web designers and programmers and coordinates with the various departments associated with Internet design and development. The result is a cohesive blend of technical, graphical and marketing expertise. In addition to his 20+ years of experience in creative design, Jason has worked within all platforms and is highly skilled in the latest technology for visual design, interface design, animation and website architecture. Before joining Kellen Interactive, he served as Director for Internet/Intranet Development at MCI. Previously, he owned a Web design, multimedia and digital illustration studio, with clients that included IBM and Alltel. Jason holds a Visual Arts degree from The Art Institute of Atlanta. He is a member of the International Webmasters' Association, the HTML Writers Guild, the Webmasters' Guild and the Microsoft Internet Content Developers Group.
Keith Keeney - Vice President
Keith is responsible for the overall management of Kellen Interactive, whose services include Website design, development and marketing as well as database integration, applications development, e-commerce and much more. Since joining the parent company in 1981, Keith has directed communications programs for a variety of clients, coordinating publicity, marketing communications, media relations, generic product promotion and strategic planning. Kellen Interactive was formed in 1997. Under Keith's direction, Kellen Interactive has developed over 600 Websites. A seasoned marketing and communications veteran with over 20 years of experience, Keith knows how to help associations and companies identify and achieve their Internet objectives.
Keith holds a Bachelor's degree from Emory University.
Call Keith at 678-303-3042
Email Keith
June Price - Art Director
June adds breadth and depth to Kellen Interactive' design department, with more than 15 years of expertise in graphic design. Her experience driving advertising campaigns, developing corporate identities and implementing marketing strategies has served our clients well. She put those skills to use as Art Director at World Financial Group (a multi-million dollar financial services firm) before bringing them to Kellen Interactive. Prior to that, she worked for an ad agency whose clients included Bloomingdale's, Waldenbooks, Sears, Rich's and computer distributors/Internet marketing companies. Her background also includes valuable experience at Carlson Marketing Group, a well-known consumer marketing firm in the northwest United States. Her non-profit work includes valuable contributions to AIDS-Gwinnett, Jerusalem House and Hands on Atlanta.
June received a degree in Communication Arts/Public Relations from Georgia Southern University. She is a major reason Kellen Interactive recently received the prestigious "Creative Design" award from Association Trends magazine.
Brad Huchteman - Web Specialist
Brad has over 7 years of Web experience and has deployed several hundred websites during his career. His talents include front-end development, database design, Flash development, accessible site design and project management. Previously, he oversaw maintenance, redesigns, new development, and integration of third party systems for numerous Safeway (the grocery chain) sites and applications. He also worked closely with award-winning faculty at Georgia State University to create course content and interactive learning tools using Flash.
Matt Parry - Associate Manager, Client Solutions
Matt oversees Project Management and Production Coordination for Kellen Interactive, and provides a critical eye on project requirements, scope and budgeting. Matt also is a member of the Project Management Institute and an active participant in management and leadership events locally in Atlanta. He earned a B.A. in Fine Art with computer science concentration, from Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia, a degree in multimedia and 3D animation at the Art Institute of Atlanta and completed a Masters of Information Technology in from Southern Polytechnic State University in December 2009. His knowledge of application languages (ASP, PHP, .NET), user interface design and video technologies allows for accurate and timely communications with our clients.
Stan Samples - Internet Marketing Manager
Stan is responsible for assisting clients in implementing Internet marketing strategies such as Search Engine Optimization and @Site Marketing. His responsibilities include working with clients and staff to ensure maximum results with the major search engines, tracking and updating accounts and participating in the creative communications process. His site promotion skills have resulted in top rankings on major search engines such as Google, Yahoo, Bing, Ask, AOL and others. His experience in marketing, public relations and "Start-Up" companies enhances his ability to market our clients nationally via the World Wide Web. Stan has over 20 years of writing, public relations and marketing experience with work in a variety of industries including beverages, entertainment, education, financial services, food, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, legal services, packaged goods, professional services, real estate, restaurant and technology.
Stan is a magna cum laude graduate of Georgia State University, with a BBA in marketing.
David Sanchez - Database Developer
Dave has more than 20 years of extensive application and hardware system support experience and is highly skilled at identifying and designing database solutions for business environments. Dave has an extensive knowledge of LAN and WAN planning and installation, Visual Basic 6.0, Microsoft Access (1997 and 2000), assembly programming, basic electronics, HVAC power and more. He also has successfully completed several training courses, including IBM Hardware Diagnostic Training.
Dave holds a degree in Computer Science from Pensacola Junior College.
Doug Johnson - Manager, Information Systems
Doug brings a decade of systems experience and expertise to Kellen Interactive. Prior to joining the parent company, Doug managed the support for computer networks for a variety of companies as a specialist and consultant. His work with, and understanding of, vendors, programmers, end-users and customers has led to a unique ability to align technology with business needs.
Doug has a thorough knowledge of all major software applications and operating systems. He is a Certified Network Engineer and a member of The Network Professionals Association, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Management Science from Bridgewater State College.
Melba Searcy - Senior Designer
With nine years' industry experience, Melba Searcy has worked with associations, non-profits, government and the entertainment industry. Before joining the team at Kellen, Melba designed for a national mechanical distribution corporation, created materials used by the State of Tennessee to recruit businesses, and did product design for a digital learning company. Melba gives back to the community by offering her expertise to nationally known and local non-profits and works with youth groups to expose them to careers in design.
Melba earned a Bachelors of Arts in Design from Hampton University in Virginia.
Joe Lain - Senior Web Developer
Joe has 5+ years of experience in terms of planning, production and deployment of Web projects. As one of Kellen Interactive's primary Web Application Specialists, Joe is responsible for Website-related content, including site updates, SEO optimization and performance, custom PHP development and AJAX scripting, including complete management of numerous database-integrated Web sites.
Darin Galgano - Web Specialist
Darin is a lead Front-End Developer for Kellen Interactive responsible for front-end Web development utilizing hand-coded HTML, CSS, Flash, ActionScript and JavaScript. Darin also assists with graphic design and creative direction of Websites. He works with the Interactive team in determining the optimal solutions to meet client's needs and deciding which technologies work best to achieve project objectives. Darin also manages consultations with clients to provide advice on Web strategy, technologies, design and goals for the end product.
Chris Mahan - Senior Designer
Chris Mahan began his career at Kellen in 2006 as a graphic designer. Previously he was a designer for Kap & Company Advertising Services and Art Director for Thomas Vanderbilt Communications. A graduate of The Art Institute of Atlanta in the field of Visual Communications, Chris has over 15 years of industry experience. His design has brought life to projects for companies such as Coca Cola, Popeyes, Kleen-Tex, Research Chefs Association, and Air Forwarders Association, among many others. Chris specializes in corporate identities and branding.
Lauren Godinez - Communications Specialist
Lauren is responsible for writing and editing effective marketing collateral, articles, newsletters and website content, as well as crafting detailed message points in an effort to increase readability and interest in client services and products. She also is skilled in social media techniques, including managing and writing Facebook content, Twitter feeds and multiple consumer outreach blogs. Prior to joining Kellen, Lauren worked at a boutique PR agency in Atlanta, and has very valuable experience in media relations and event promotion.
Lauren graduated from Kennesaw State University with a B.S. in Communications with a concentration in Public Relations.
Michael Passaglia - Graphic Designer
Michael's 10 years of diverse experience in graphic design and account management benefit a variety of Kellen Creative clients. Prior to Kellen, he was Head Graphic Designer at C2 Education where he worked on advertisements, brochures, internal marketing, curriculum materials, posters and banners at their national headquarters. Prior to that, he spent seven years at White House Advertising and Design, providing graphic design services for a variety of national and local companies as well as developing new business strategies. Michael is proficient in creating and directing new design ideas with innovative and well-executed concepts.
Michael holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from the University of Tennessee.
Darren Shifflett - Senior Web Developer
Darren has over 12 years experience working in all areas of full lifecycle web development. His expertise includes both front end development solutions such as prototypes, graphical designs, and interactive interface using the latest technologies in HTML, CSS, and jQuery as well as backend development utilizing SQL, MySQL, ASP, and PHP. As one of Kellen Interactive's Internet specialists, his responsibilities include web strategy, design implementation, and full cycle web development using multiple technology solutions.
Darren earned a Bachelor's of Science in Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology, with a certificate in information technology.
Thanh Vo - Lead e-Business Developer
As our lead e-business developer, Thanh Vo brings to the Kellen Interactive team over 10 years of extensive experience in web application development, with a concentration in user interface design and server processing. His highly advanced talents include Personify/TIMSS and ASP.net technical direction and expertise. Thanh is proficient in C#.NET, VB.NET, ASP.NET, XML, CSS, AJAX, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, SQL Server , TSQL Stored Procedures, and jQuery. Thanh’s technical expertise has helped take many Kellen Interactive clients to a higher level in terms of website functionality and usability.
Thanh majored in Computer Sciences at Georgia State University before launching into his professional career.
