Devon came to PhotoUp with a background in digital marketing and communications. With a BA in Marketing from Michigan State University and previous experience working with both big business and non-profits, Devon brings a well-rounded perspective to the team. Outside of PhotoUp, you can find Devon coaching and playing soccer, socializing in downtown Grand Rapids, or going on adventures throughout the great state of Michigan.

Hello! It’s me, Devon. I’m a business owner, entrepreneur, sports enthusiast, husband, father of two beautiful girls, and of course, a Realtor! I was born in Okemos, Michigan just outside of Lansing and moved to Grand Rapids when I was 5 years old. I grew up in Forest Hills and went to highschool at Forest Hills Central (go Rangers!) where I graduated in 2007. I then attended Michigan State University (Go Green!) where I earned my bachelor’s degree in Business and Marketing with a minor in Entrepreneurship. After college I did a short stint in Chicago working for a logistics company before moving back to Grand Rapids to begin my career in marketing and opening up my own marketing agency.

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Developing student athletes to be better players on the field and better people off the field.

I started Rapid Marketing Services in early 2014 with the goal of helping small businesses do a better job of telling their stories through digital marketing. I have worked with small businesses in a multitude of different industries ranging from real estate, education, wealth management, and non-profits. I am passionate about people and building relationships to help grow businesses. Some of the marketing services offered through Rapid Marketing Services include:- Website Design/Development- Branding- Logo Design- Video Marketing- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)- Content Marketing - Email Marketing- Social Media

Coach and train athletes on how to properly develop skills, character, and responsibility both on and off the soccer field. Focusing on putting the team before themselves and working on both the physical and mental part of the beautiful game.

Organik is a growth marketing firm focused on building relationships and engagement. We research your client base and find ways to better engage them. True engagement comes through meaningful two-way communication and conversations with clients and potential clients. Our first step is to take time to understand your clients, customers or members' needs and wants. We divide them into micro segments to help identify the best ways to connect. Once we understand our touch points, then we develop strategy and tactics; web, social marketing, digital marketing, social events, and traditional marketing that align with the micro segments. Even though the messaging is the same with each, the way we engage is different with each group. Developing metrics and maximizing analytical tools, we are able to adjust marketing campaigns to create maximum ROI – return on investment and (the new currency) return on influence. As conversations unfold, we are able to create more business from existing clients and find potential clients. The process also helps identify new revenue opportunities that would otherwise not be uncovered.SpecialtiesSocial media strategy and management, issue marketing, event marketing, organic marketing, marketing to existing clients, B2B focus, (CRM) marketing strategy, web strategy, brand management, business development, creating integrated SMS & Email Marketing campaigns, Content Management Solutions (CMS) , Online Advertisement Design, Podcast Creation, Lead Generation, Social Media Integration and Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), and Image Campaign Development or Reputation Management.

Developing skills and growing the character of incoming freshman students through hard work, responsibility, and most importantly, fun.

Managing the relationship between customers, cliental, and the company through different types and styles of negotiation, sales techniques, and creativity.

Created and managed all social media, sent out press releases to local and regional press authorities, and helped to coordinate and run company events for 50+ people.

Helped student athletes to to develop skills, character, and responsibility both on and off the soccer field.

Helped plan, coordinate, set up, and run two Study Abroad trips throughout Spain, France, Italy, and Belgium.

Insured that all customers had an enjoyable, relaxing, and tasty dining experience.