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Bobby Fischer studied at Westwood College in Chicago, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Applied Sciences in 2007.
Bobby worked at a motorcycle dealership doing graphics and marketing materials before joining the VisionFriendly.com team in 2009. He started as a junior designer and SEO specialist and quickly became the Director of SEO with result-driven techniques and specializing in SEO-oriented content writing.
He leads the SEO team to help clients grow and gain real visibility on search engines, and is also a valuable member of VisionFriendly.com's Marketing Team.
Brad attended College of DuPage where he received his Associates Degree in Arts and Sciences.
Brad joined the VisionFriendly.com team in March 2018 as a Project Manager. Prior to joining VisionFriendly.com, Brad specialized in the Real Estate Industry, overseeing the development of an eLearning Management platform and later serving as Internet Marketing Manager for Real Living Real Estate in OakBrook, Illinois.
Brad Ragsdale studied at Nothern Illinois University and the Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg with a degree in web design and interactive media following on from his career in the United States Marine Corps.
He has since worked with VisionFriendly.com designing and developing high quality web designs.
Job Titles:
- Chief Scientist
- Lead Developer
Hobbes Pirakitti is VisionFriendly.com's Chief Scientist and Lead Developer.
Hobbes studied at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, earning a degree in Honors Biology with minors in Computer Science and Biochemistry.
After a brief stint tutoring SAT/ACT and college math and science courses, Hobbes joined VisionFriendly.com in 2001. He gradually transitioned from design to development and systems administration.
Job Titles:
- Director of Video Services / Project Manager
Jason Twite studied at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, earning a degree in Mass Communications with an emphasis on Video Production in 2006.
He took over the Director of Video Services role in 2011 and oversees all live event and marketing video production for VisionFriendly.com. He is also our leading quality control analyst with an exceptional eye for detail.
Jason has expanded into project management with our design team due to his extensive history at VisionFriendly.com and other web development firms.
Jon Zmek studied at Columbia College Chicago with a degree in Interactive Arts & Media with a Major in Web Design in 2010.
Jon is an avid endurance runner who has completed 2 marathons annually since 2012.
He has worked in the web design field for small businesses and as a freelancer since 2011 before joining Visionfriendly.com in 2017.
Job Titles:
- Director of Customer Support
Keith Damron began programing in Rexx at the age of 6 with his dad and started designing websites in 6th grade.
As a teen he briefly got away from technology, but on entering the work force Keith quickly re-discovered his natural skills and passion in the field and dove back in head first.
At VisionFriendly.com, Keith directs all of tech support and enjoys being able to deal with both technology and people. Whether it is him or his team, Keith always make sure everyone is up and running.
Job Titles:
- PROJECT MANAGER
- WEB DESIGNER
Kyle Lisson studied at College of DuPage with a degree in Graphic Design in 2000. He worked for a screen printing company and also broadened his skills working with embroidery and metal work.
He joined the VisionFriendly.com team in 2010 and became a senior designer developing high quality web designs.
Job Titles:
- Project Manager
- Web Designer
Mickey Jones studied at Southern Illinois University with a degree in Graphic Design in 2014.
He was a design intern within The Chicago Sun Times and has been working as a web designer for VisionFriendly.com since 2015.
Job Titles:
- Director of Finance & Operations
Rachel joined the VisionFriendly.com team in May 2019. Prior to joining VisionFriendly.com, Rachel worked as an Office Manager for Lizard Investors, LLC. Rachel comes to VisionFriendly.com with over 13 years of experience in handling client relations, Human Resources, and vendor management.
At Lizard Investors, Rachel was responsible for accounts payable, administrating the medical/dental benefits, managing the 401k account and much more. Rachel's background makes her a great asset to VisionFriendly.com.
Rachel's personal hobbies include spending time with her kids, binge watching shows on NetFlix and experiencing new restaurants with her husband.
Sandra began her experience of digital media design at the University of North Texas, majoring in Visual Communication Design with a double minor in Marketing and Art History. Being a new player to the field of UI/UX design, she is excited to expand her skillset with the design and development team at VisionFriendly.com!
Sean Herbert studied graphic design at Waubonsee Community College, specializing in HTML, CSS and web site engineering.
Sean spent over two years as a web developer, graphic designer and technician with LazerMaxx, where he honed his web design and developing skills.
Sean joined VisionFriendly.com in 2012 and as Director of Technology, he oversees intricate and complicated web and server issues for the wide range of clients in various industries across the country.