Our Team

Rick Batchelor

CEO

Direct Line: (770) 309-1478

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Rick Batchelor is the CEO and owner of Qiigo. Rick has been involved in Search Engine Marketing since 1997 when he founded his first Internet business. He sold that business to a public company in 1999 and went on to found ZeeWise, an ATDC.org company specializing in franchise management software development. Rick then sold ZeeWise to a group of investors in 2007. Prior to founding his own companies, Rick worked for Arthur Andersen.

When not online, Rick can be found playing with his son and daughter, participating in one of many outdoor activities or watching college football.

Rick was the recipient of the Technology Association of Georgia’s Search Engine Marketer of the Year Award in 2010.

Get To Know Rick:

• Rick's Favorite Movie Quote

  "Du du du... Dora!" – Dora the Explorer (I have 2 kids)

• Rick's First Paying Job

  Selling Boy Scout cards door to door

• Rick's Favorite Vacation Spot

  Tortola BVI

Howard Medoff

Director of Sales

Direct Line: (404) 437-7888

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Howard Medoff, Qiigo’s Director of Sales, is charged with initiating and executing sales and business expansion for our franchisor and target chain clients. As part of the Qiigo team, he aims to gain new client business, secure strategic partnerships relationships and expand existing ones. He has over 15 years’ experience in sales, channel sales and management consulting services.

Howard has a MBA from the University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor of Science from Pennsylvania State University. He is a Certified and Advanced Toastmaster, Co-Chair of the Social Action Committee for his congregation, Planning and Volunteer Co-Coordinator for the Cobb Interfaith Habitat for Humanity, and served as a Board Member/Director of Wishes for the Starlight Foundation.

Howard enjoys traveling, going to the beach, swimming, and family outings with his wife, daughter, and dog.

Get To Know Howard:

• Three Words that Describe Howard

  Enthusiastic, Straight-shooter and Persistent

• Howard's Favorite Movie Quote

  My momma always said, "Life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get." – Forrest Gump

• If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would you meet?

  Steven Spielberg. I’d like to discuss the Shoah Project.

Zach Dickens

Director of Account Management

Direct Line: (678) 999-3941

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Zach Dickens is relied upon by our franchisee clients for his determination to go to any length to provide a client-centric approach to account management. Zach has deep knowledge of Qiigo’s services and his client’s needs. Qiigo’s clients turn to Zach for his ability to translate result metrics into meaningful and easy to understand information franchisees and franchisors can use in their daily operations.

When not working with his franchise partners, Zach enjoys spending time with his son, coaching a baseball team, playing with his 2 dogs, and rooting for the Atlanta Braves.

Zach was named a finalist for the Technology Association of Georgia’s Search Engine Marketer of the Year Award in 2011.

Get To Know Zach:

• Three Words that Describe Zach

  Humorous, Sincere, Coolest Dad

• Zach's Most Over Used Saying

  Yo Dog

• Favorite Movie Quote

  "Who you gonna call? Ghostbusters!" – Ghostbusters

Mark Ihlenburg

Senior Account Executive

Direct Line: (678) 820-7997

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Mark Ihlenburg works closely with Qiigo’s franchise groups to maximize return on investment. His expertise in account management and addressing client needs across many organizational levels allows him to quickly address concerns and develop workable solutions. Mark’s role is to help franchisees new to the Qiigo system become integrated and comfortable with our programs, dashboards and systems.

When he’s not assisting his clients, Mark enjoys traveling with his wife. You can also find Mark on the field where he helps both his wife and father, who are college coaches, with their teams.

Get To Know Mark:

• Three Words that Describe Mark

  Determined, Organized and Athletic

• Favorite Movie Quote

  "Courage is being scared to death, but saddling up anyway." – John Wayne

• Mark’s Hidden Talent or Secret Skill

  I have been the Public Address Announcer for Georgia Gwinnett College Softball and College of Charleston Softball home games for the last seven years.

Chris Stinson

Vice President Interactive Marketing Solutions

Direct Line: (404) 665-3988

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Chris Stinson has been providing internet marketing solutions since 2005. With Qiigo since 2009, Chris is an expert manager and strategist who develops goals and tactics that become the foundation of our client’s internet marketing campaigns. From website assessment and keyword research to engagement strategies and lead generation optimization, Chris brings his expertise and in depth knowledge of the changing field of internet marketing to each client interaction.

When not finding ways to maximize client campaigns, Chris can be found playing with his kids, on the golf course or watching football.

Get To Know Chris:

• Chris' Most Over Used Saying

  It is what it is.

• Chris' Hidden Talent or Skill

  He can whistle while eating crackers

• Chris' First Paying Job

  Mowing yards

Mindy Batchelor

Project Manager

Direct Line: (678) 823-7676

Mindy Batchelor brings a wealth of knowledge regarding digital and brand marketing to the Qiigo team. She leads a variety of projects through the concept stage to completion while integrating the strengths of other Qiigo team members for optimal results. Mindy draws on her 16 years of expertise in market penetration, strategic positioning, digital marketing, social media, and web development and management to maximize return on investment for her clients. She has a proven track record of identifying profitable new business opportunities, optimizing channel performance and developing winning strategies for both B2B and B2C companies.

In her free time, Mindy enjoys spending time with her family and outdoor sports including camping, fishing and boating.

Get To Know Mindy:

• What do you think is the greatest invention of all time?

  Besides sliced bread? Hands down it's the Internet.

• Mindy's Most Over Used Saying

  Things happen for a reason.

• Mindy's Hidden Talent or Secret Skill

  I achieved bronze status in ballroom dancing and instructed ballroom dance for a while.

Ginny Hornby

Director of Content Strategy

Direct Line: (678) 990-3196

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Ginny Hornby brings more than 15 years of experience in the fields of advertising, marketing and sales to the Qiigo team. She partners with clients to manage online content strategies designed to grow their presence and online reputation. She works diligently developing website and social media content to satisfy the needs of her clients.

When Ginny is not typing her fingers to the bone, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. She is an avid reader and enjoys traveling the world.

Ginny was the recipient of the Technology Association of Georgia’s Social Media Marketer of the Year Award in 2012.

Get To Know Ginny:

• Favorite Movie Quote

  "There's no crying in baseball." – A League of Their Own

• What three words describe you?

  Team player, Caring, Empathetic

• Ginny's Most Over Used Saying

  Rock on.

Christian Pillat

Marketing Coordinator

Direct Line: (678) 701-4282

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Christian manages Qiigo’s multi-faceted marketing plan. Utilizing a variety of media including direct mail, newsletters, webinars, press releases, and a variety of advertising outlets, he manages a dynamic and robust campaign that seeks to reach both current and potential customers.

In his spare time, Christian is passionate about sailing and has competed in the Flying Scot North American Championships. He also plays soccer, is an avid reader, and is fluent in German.

Get To Know Christian:

• If you could meet anyone dead or alive, who would it be?

  Benjamin Franklin

• Christian's Hidden Talent or Secret Skill

  I am a unicyclist.

• Christian's Most Over Used Saying

  Even broken clocks are right twice a day.

Nick Guastella

Senior Search Engine Marketing Analyst

Direct Line: (404) 496-6841 x907

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Nick comes to Qiigo with more than ten years’ experience in paid search and search engine marketing. His experience began during the initial stages of the paid search industry and has expanded as the industry has grown. From customer service and click fraud to growth retention and account management, Nick has gained valuable experience in all areas of paid search and search engine marketing during his years in the industry. He uses his expertise and knowledge to help clients plan, organize, and optimize their Pay Per Click campaigns to garner superior results.

In his free time, you are likely to run into Nick at the movie theater enjoying a SciFi flick or any really good movie that maybe out at the moment.

Nick was named a finalist for the Technology Association of Georgia’s Search Engine Marketer of the Year Award in 2012.

Get To Know Nick:

• If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would it be?

  My Grandfather

• If you could choose your own name, what would it be?

  Nick. My birth name is Angelo, but my dad and I were always getting confused so I chose Nicholas as my new name.

• Nick's First Paying Job

  Delivering flyers door to door for a real estate agent.

Jay Huffman

Mobile Search Analyst

Direct Line: (678) 733-9493

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An innovator, Jay plays an integral role in helping our clients develop and manage their paid search campaigns and expand into Mobile Marketing. Jay helps clients find innovative ways to incorporate Mobile Marketing into existing marketing strategies without sacrificing their current campaign’s successes. His additional experience in the fields of web design and social media allow him to help clients in a variety of areas.

In his free time, Jay is a baseball coach, plays golf and enjoys watching the Atlanta Braves.

Get To Know Jay:

• Jay's First Paying Job

  Busboy at a sports bar

• Greatest Invention of All Time

  The Flux Capacitor

• Jay's Favorite Movie Quote

  "Well, I could be wrong, but I believe diversity is an old, old wooden ship that was used during the Civil War era." – Ron Burgundy, Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

Justin Wagner

Operations Executive

Direct Line: (678) 249-3355

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As part of the operations team, Justin plays an integral role in assisting our clients with their campaign development and management. Justin works closely with both the customer facing and technical teams managing the implementation of campaigns and technical set up of new clients. He brings with him a background in marketing and web design, as well as a deep expertise in technical support to his role.

In his free time, Justin is an athlete who participates in many sports. He particularly enjoys tennis and downhill mountain biking.

Get To Know Justin:

• If you could meet anyone, living or dead, who would it be?

  Ray Tomlinson

• Justin's Favorite Joke of all Time

  What is red and smells like blue paint?
  Red Paint

• Justin's Favorite Movie Quote of All Time

  "You have the voice of an angel. Your voice is like a combination of Fergie and Jesus." – Dale Doback, Step Brothers

Wendy Owens

Accountant

Direct Line: (404) 496-6841

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Wendy coordinates and manages all the financials for Qiigo. From accounts payable to accounts receivable, Wendy does it all and keeps Qiigo moving forward day in and day out. Wendy is an asset to the company, bringing to the table not only a strong strategic planning background, but expertise in business development and planning.

In her free time, Wendy enjoys spending time helping out at the school her two sons attend.

Get To Know Wendy:

• Wendy's Most Overused Saying

  It's the best thing since sliced bread.

• Three Words that Describe Wendy

  Dependable, Sweet, Patient

• Wendy's First Paying Job

  Florist

Jenny Guttormson

Marketing Assistant

Direct Line: (404) 496-6841

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Jenny Guttormson is our go to girl. She works on a variety of projects to ensure our client’s get the support they need at all times. She is known for jumping in to help out with any task asked of her and has helped with everything from gap analysis to keyword research and development. Jenny is a team player who knows how to get her hands dirty and get the job done.

When not working behind the scenes to make sure all of Qiigo’s projects are on track, Jenny enjoys spending time with her husband, son and daughter.

Get To Know Jenny:

• What is the greatest invention of all time?

  Dishwasher

• Jenny's Hidden Talent or Skill

  Tap Dancing

• Three Words that Describe Jenny

  Outgoing, Talkative, Mom