Online Media Today Management and Staff Bios
Online Media Today is growing! Once an idea between two entreprenurial friends, OMT has grown quickly and has become a trusted local business resource for all things online marketing. Here's a quick look at the folks who are at the wheel:
Jim Gibson - Publisher
James (Jim) Gibson is a serial entrepreneur having spent nearly 20 years in the technology space building and managing high growth organizations. Jim recently segued his extensive technology background into several innovative technology start-ups.
Jim is the founder of Service Omni, Inc., a community-based online directory that targets local businesses looking to enhance their online presence. The site offers business owners the ability to create "micro-websites" and features a searchable local business directory that provides consumers the ability to easily find and dynamically interact with neighborhood businesses.
Gibson is also the President and a significant stakeholder of Quakedog, Inc., an online distributor platform that sells turn-key e-businesses that focus on disaster emergency preparedness supplies for the consumer market.
A certified internet marketing professional, Jim's extensive background in online marketing led to the creation of GibSEM Group, a boutique SEM/SEO agency. GibSEM offers customers its clients a unique combination of technology, multi-media and consulting expertise designed to optimize online marketing programs and increase on-line advertising conversion rates.
In addition, Gibson is a co-founder and Co-Publisher at Online Media Today. Online Media Today (OMT) publishes a quarterly magazine aimed at local business owners who want to learn online marketing techniques that help to increase website visibility and generate quality traffic and conversions. OMT also hosts monthly online marketing workshops for the business community and Jim is a regular speaker at each event.
Jim’s diverse experience includes senior executive management in the areas of sales, marketing, business development, SEM/SEO & Social Media management, operations, product and client services management. Jim earned his BA from the University of North Texas and currently resides with his wife Diana in Glendale a suburb of Los Angeles, California.
Jim is the founder of Service Omni, Inc., a community-based online directory that targets local businesses looking to enhance their online presence. The site offers business owners the ability to create "micro-websites" and features a searchable local business directory that provides consumers the ability to easily find and dynamically interact with neighborhood businesses.
Gibson is also the President and a significant stakeholder of Quakedog, Inc., an online distributor platform that sells turn-key e-businesses that focus on disaster emergency preparedness supplies for the consumer market.
A certified internet marketing professional, Jim's extensive background in online marketing led to the creation of GibSEM Group, a boutique SEM/SEO agency. GibSEM offers customers its clients a unique combination of technology, multi-media and consulting expertise designed to optimize online marketing programs and increase on-line advertising conversion rates.
In addition, Gibson is a co-founder and Co-Publisher at Online Media Today. Online Media Today (OMT) publishes a quarterly magazine aimed at local business owners who want to learn online marketing techniques that help to increase website visibility and generate quality traffic and conversions. OMT also hosts monthly online marketing workshops for the business community and Jim is a regular speaker at each event.
Jim’s diverse experience includes senior executive management in the areas of sales, marketing, business development, SEM/SEO & Social Media management, operations, product and client services management. Jim earned his BA from the University of North Texas and currently resides with his wife Diana in Glendale a suburb of Los Angeles, California.
Michael Gier - Publisher
Michael Gier spent most of his life as an entertainer performing on stage, television, and film, www.MichaelGier.com. Like Jim, he is also a serial entrepreneur having started a number of successful businesses over the years and attended the International Business School for Entrepreneurs in Malaysia.
He was the founder of Gier Enterprises, Inc., a real estate investment company that built entry level single family homes and high-end luxury homes.
Michael created Nationwide Property Investments, LLC with a partner and not only continued to build but also included land development, marketing investment opportunities, buying bank owned properties to rehab & sell, and teaching others how to become successful real estate investors themselves.
Along with his wife Terri Gier, Michael started an online membership site to help people avoid becoming a victim of fraud and identity theft called Protect Yourself, LLC.
Most recently, Michael & Terri started Silver Dove Productions, LLC, to help businesses use the power of video to get their message out.
In addition, Michael is a co-founder and Co-Publisher at Online Media Today. Online Media Today (OMT) publishes a quarterly magazine aimed at local business owners who want to learn online marketing techniques that help to increase website visibility and generate quality traffic and conversions. OMT also hosts monthly online marketing workshops for the business community and Michael is a regular speaker at each event.
He was the founder of Gier Enterprises, Inc., a real estate investment company that built entry level single family homes and high-end luxury homes.
Michael created Nationwide Property Investments, LLC with a partner and not only continued to build but also included land development, marketing investment opportunities, buying bank owned properties to rehab & sell, and teaching others how to become successful real estate investors themselves.
Along with his wife Terri Gier, Michael started an online membership site to help people avoid becoming a victim of fraud and identity theft called Protect Yourself, LLC.
Most recently, Michael & Terri started Silver Dove Productions, LLC, to help businesses use the power of video to get their message out.
In addition, Michael is a co-founder and Co-Publisher at Online Media Today. Online Media Today (OMT) publishes a quarterly magazine aimed at local business owners who want to learn online marketing techniques that help to increase website visibility and generate quality traffic and conversions. OMT also hosts monthly online marketing workshops for the business community and Michael is a regular speaker at each event.
Ross Nordin - Director of Community Relations
Ross Nordin is the Director Community Relations and plays a key part of the leadership for the development and execution of the business strategy. He has extensive experience in developing and maintaining systems for internal and external control of business and financial operations. With his expertise in technology start-ups both here and overseas, Mr. Nordin will provides a solid backbone for Online Media Today through the assessment of various business development initiatives, partner relations and observation of business economic and fiscal stability.
Ross has an MBA from the University of Michigan as well as an engineering degree. He has a wide range of experience developing new business entities in Europe and the US and has initiated strategies for raising capital in equity markets. His efforts focus on business modeling, financial controls and managing the financial risk.
Before joining the Online Media Today team, Ross provided a full range of financial expertise as a business consultant where he developed operational and strategic plans. He also has had senior roles in product development and program management for engineering and manufacturing firms. Ross resides in Los Angeles, California.
Ross has an MBA from the University of Michigan as well as an engineering degree. He has a wide range of experience developing new business entities in Europe and the US and has initiated strategies for raising capital in equity markets. His efforts focus on business modeling, financial controls and managing the financial risk.
Before joining the Online Media Today team, Ross provided a full range of financial expertise as a business consultant where he developed operational and strategic plans. He also has had senior roles in product development and program management for engineering and manufacturing firms. Ross resides in Los Angeles, California.
Pauline Monot - Content Manager
Pauline Monot is the Content Manager and oversees Online Media Today's overall content strategy. A professional management consultant, Pauline graduated from Ecole Centrale de Lyon, a top-10 ranked French engineering and management school. She has spent her lenghty consulting career working abroad with a variety of Fortune 100 companies. Pauline segued her extensive background in leading critical business process mission into new areas such as Public Relations and online marketing. Pauline is a native of Paris, France and has recently relocated with her husband from Western Europe to Pasadena, California.
Diana Lowe - Production Manager
Diana Lowe joined the Online Media Team in 2009 and focuses on live event quality control and facilities management. Diana is a veteran production manager with extensive experience coordinating live events for a variety of fortune 100 companies. Her vast experience in this area helps Online Media Today produce top notch events while facilitating exceptional attendee involvement in the process. Ms. Lowe earned her bachelors degree in Communications from California State University Northridge (CSUN) and also holds an ABA Certification from California State University Los Angeles in paralegal studies. Diana is currently pursuing her Masters in Communications from CSUN. Diana is an avid long distance runner and is a regular participant in local marathons.
Terri Gier - Video Production Manager
Terri Gier joined the Online Media Team in 2009 and oversees our video production department. Terri earned her Bachelor of Arts Interdisciplinary Studies degree, and attended the International Business School for Entrepreneurs in Malaysia. She assisted her husband in the start-up and growth of a number of successful businesses. She is a highly creative individual with strong and persuasive communication skills. Among her many talents are public speaking, marketing, research, negotiating, accounting, and customer service.