About Us

As CEO, Seth focuses on building a positive company culture, coaching our team to reach their full potential, and representing Big Fish Local beyond the walls of our office. As the founder of the company, Seth is always seeking to enhance the impact we have on the clients and communities we serve.

As a strategic thinker, Seth loves solving challenges and uncovering opportunities. You'll often find him deep in conversation with a team member or a client, seeking out the answers to questions which have not yet been asked. While Seth prides himself on being fully present in the moment, he also strives to keep us on the cutting edge of the ever-changing digital landscape.

Seth's love of learning and drive to ask the big questions in life led him to obtain a BA in Psychology & Creative Writing from Ohio Wesleyan University, and a Master of Divinity from the Methodist Theological School in Ohio. In addition to leading our team, Seth also serves as Pastor of Lawrenceville Community Church. Seth is also a voracious reader, typically reading a new book each week, as well as listening to various podcasts.

Seth lives in the Springfield, OH area with his beautiful wife Ellie, their twin daughters, and their three dogs. In his free time, you’ll find him reading, playing board games, working in his garden, and gathering with friends. Those closest to him describe Seth as a passionate and positive person whose outgoing, joyful outlook is fueled by an open mind and an open heart.

In late 2021, Karen embarked on her journey with Big Fish Local as the office manager, leveraging her two years of experience in similar roles elsewhere. Due to her exceptional leadership and organizational skills, she has since risen to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO). With a nurturing spirit, shaped by her role as a mother to seven, Karen dedicates herself to supporting her team, ensuring their needs are met for optimal performance. Her days are filled with streamlining project operations, proactively addressing challenges, and facilitating a productive work environment.

Karen's knack for organization and strategic planning is both an innate talent and a skill honed through her academic journey, earning an Associate degree in Professional Office Management from Clark State Community College. These abilities are crucial to her role, enabling her to oversee office operations, client problem-solving, website and social media review, and project management. She is the linchpin that keeps the Big Fish Local team cohesive and efficient.

Big Fish Local resonates deeply with Karen's values, particularly its family-like atmosphere and commitment to integrity and community support. These principles mirror her own, making her role there immensely fulfilling.

A resident of rural London, Ohio, Karen, alongside her husband James of 12 years, shares her home with four of their children, with three having embarked on their own journeys. The family's companions include 3 dogs and numerous barn cats, reflecting Karen's compassionate and caring nature.

Away from the office, Karen enjoys reading, traveling, crafting, and cherishing moments with her family. She finds inspiration in Ralph Waldo Emerson's words: “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” This quote encapsulates her approach to life and work, underlining her dedication to personal growth and the well-being of those around her.

Nate has been the accountant of Big Fish Local since 2020, though he had worked in the field of business management for 4 years prior to taking up this role. He sees his purpose as an extremely practical one: to ensure that all the bills are paid and that the company remains profitable.

It’s obvious what makes Nate so well suited to his position. He has a meticulous approach, an analytical mind, and a wealth of financial understanding that he gained from his studies in small business management. Nate is deeply committed to his own professional development, and he likes that this industry provides endless opportunities for learning and growth.

On a typical workday, Nate stays on top of business essentials by connecting with the team, managing payments, running payroll, sending invoices, and ensuring all financials balance for Big Fish Local. He keeps a close eye on the flow of funds, making sure every detail aligns with the company’s financial health.

In his spare time, Nate loves tinkering with anything mechanical and exploring the outdoors. A true family man, Nate cherishes every moment with his wife and two kids, making the most of quality time together. If you know Nate, you know his passion for both his family and hands-on hobbies.

When asked to describe Nate, his loved ones would undoubtedly use words like “honest, direct, and reliable.” If he could invite anyone over for dinner, he would choose Jesus himself.

Ren has worked as a website developer with Big Fish Local since 2021. To prepare for this role, he undertook a 2 year course in information technology as well as a 4 year degree program in computer science. What he loves about his job is that it’s always exciting and filled with new challenges. Problem solving comes naturally to Ren, so it’s a perfect fit for his personality!

The best part about working for Big Fish Local is that Ren gets to learn new skills all the time and work alongside people that are easy and fun to talk to. Having grown up in a small city in the Phillipines called Dumaguete, he finds remote work offers amazing opportunities to connect with talented people from all over the world.

Ren sees his responsibility at Big Fish Local as to help the company itself as well as its clients be more successful through effective web development. For him, the experience of contributing to a company’s growth is very rewarding. Because his clients and their needs are different each and every day, Ren constantly finds new sources of interest at work.

In his spare time, you’ll find Ren playing computer games, growing plants, mountain biking, or taking care of his beloved pet koi fish. Koi fish are somewhat of a passion for him, and he has kept them diligently since he was in elementary school. It might surprise people to learn that despite his love of computers, Ren prefers reading books to consuming online materials!

If Ren could have dinner with any celebrity, he’d choose actor Keanu Reeves. As a person, Ren is friendly, upbeat, and full of high spirits. He is a great believer in the power of positive thinking, and his personal mantra is “my positive thoughts guide me to new heights.”

Brenna has found her perfect fit at Big Fish Local, where the dedication to supporting local businesses and making a real impact aligns perfectly with her values. It’s this shared mission that inspires her to bring her A-game every day. Working with a team that values integrity and respect has created the ideal space for her to deliver her best work and help local businesses succeed.

On a typical day, Brenna dives into a mix of projects, from designing logos and brand identities to building websites and creating ads. She personalizes her approach for each client, aiming to boost their confidence and breathe new excitement into their brand.

Born and raised in Springfield, Brenna is genuinely excited to work with small businesses in her hometown, and that local connection brings an extra layer of passion to everything she does.

When she’s not working, you’ll likely find Brenna painting, baking, or spending time with family and friends. Known for her creativity, she loves bringing new ideas to life and sharing her enthusiasm with everyone around her.

Emma Baise is Big Fish Local’s Design and Social Media Specialist. She started working for Big Fish Local in January 2024. She previously interned here in May 2023 as a graphic design intern. Emma is delighted to be back working here. Her favorite part of her job is helping brand the companies that she works with.

Big Fish Local is a perfect fit for Emma because of its small size and its urge to help others in its local community. She loves being a part of a team that all shares a common goal of utilizing integrity, improvement, and initiative. Big Fish Local has been very welcoming and has provided a pleasant atmosphere.

On an average day, Emma works on the client’s social media. When she isn’t working on social media, Emma helps with other graphic design projects with the lead graphic designer. Emma’s overall goal is to provide the best for the clients by using her fresh input on design.

Emma graduated from The Modern College of Design in 2023 with an associate’s degree in Applied Business in Design. During her time there, she focused on branding and website design.

Emma enjoys hanging out with her boyfriend in her free time, going to concerts, and painting. Some of Emma’s favorite artists are Taylor Swift, Noah Kahan, and Twenty One Pilots. When it comes to Emma’s family, they describe her as kind, funny, and creative. If you ask her if she could invite any famous person to dinner, you could expect her to say, Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun.

As a Design Specialist and Content Writer at Big Fish Local, Izzy's role is more than just a job. It's a platform where she can combine her creativity with her passion for graphic design and content creation. Her eagerness to learn is evident in the variety of projects she works on, always ensuring her designs and content resonate with people and look fantastic. Being part of a leading local digital marketing company not only allows her to enhance her skills but also provides her with the opportunity to collaborate with an amazing team, further enriching her professional journey.

Outside work, Izzy enjoys painting, illustrating, knitting, and reading. She finds it relaxing to immerse herself in her artwork and crafts while listening to podcasts or watching new videos on YouTube. She's also fascinated by sharks and deep-sea creatures and loves learning more about them through books, documentaries, and presentations. Most days, you can find her outside walking with friends and her partner or relaxing at home with her two cats, Pepperjack and Philly Cheese Steak.

Izzy loves being part of Big Fish Local because their values of creativity, growth, and taking initiative perfectly align with hers. She's excited to continue learning and contributing to the company’s success while evolving as both a designer and writer.

Anfernee is a Web Developer with a passion for building engaging, high-functioning websites and solving complex problems through clean, efficient code. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Silliman University in the Philippines and has been sharpening his web development skills since 2022.

With a strong foundation in both front-end and back-end development, Anfernee enjoys tackling new challenges and learning something new with every project.

Although he’s new to Big Fish Local, Anfernee is excited to be part of a team that values collaboration, kindness, and creativity. He feels right at home among the supportive and talented individuals who make each day both meaningful and rewarding.

Outside of work, Anfernee enjoys spending time with his family, girlfriend, and two beloved dogs. He’s an avid runner who regularly participates in half marathons and is training for his first full marathon. He also enjoys playing basketball and staying active in any way he can. A self-proclaimed troublemaker back in elementary school—but an altar boy on Sundays—Anfernee brings energy, curiosity, and dedication to everything he does, both inside and outside the office.

Aaron is the newest addition to the Big Fish Local team, and he’s already a riot at the lunch table. His offbeat takes and quick humor keep everyone laughing, and his easygoing nature makes him a perfect fit for the crew. He’s been married for five years and has one awesome kid who keeps him laughing at home, too! He shares a home with his wife, daughter, a cat that acts like a toddler, and two dogs who share about half a brain between them.

As a Cedarville University graduate (Class of 2017), Aaron has called the area home since 2013. Before joining Big Fish Local, he spent eight years at Speedway/7-Eleven as a marketing analyst, where he learned to turn data, caffeine, and curiosity into smart strategy. Now, he brings that same analytical mindset and creative energy to helping local businesses grow, something that feels especially meaningful for someone so rooted in the community.

When he’s not working, Aaron’s probably pretending he knows how to play D&D, accidentally growing only jalapeños, or trying to remember basic board game rulesets. He’s a fan of comics (just not the superhero kind) and swears that The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom completely changed how he thinks about games. His daughter is his sidekick in just about everything, especially when it comes to Skyline Chili and Courage the Cowardly Dog.