Essey Marketing is a Pittsburgh-based digital marketing agency built on one simple belief: marketing should drive real business results—not just clicks, impressions, or empty promises.
We help businesses grow through strategy-led services like SEO, paid media, content writing, and website development. But more than that, we act as true partners—taking the time to understand your goals, industry, and challenges so we can deliver solutions that make sense and scale with you.
From startups and solo founders to national brands and Fortune 100 companies, we’ve worked with 70+ clients across the U.S. to create marketing systems that convert.
We believe in clarity over jargon. Strategy over trends. Results over vanity metrics.
And we put our values into action—donating 8% of all revenue to nonprofits, offering one-on-one support to individuals building something new, and choosing projects that align with what we believe in.
We’re not here to sell services. We’re here to help you grow.
At Essey Marketing, our mission is to empower small businesses with impactful, data-driven marketing that drives real results. We combine creativity, strategy, and integrity to help our clients grow, while advancing a more sustainable, inclusive, and values-led future.
We envision a world where great marketing doesn’t just sell—it serves. Essey Marketing strives to lead a new era of ethical marketing where success is measured not just by profits, but by the positive impact we make on people, communities, and the planet.
People First
We believe business is about people. That’s why we prioritize relationships, honest communication, and long-term partnerships over short-term gains.
Purpose-Driven Work
We’re committed to using marketing as a force for good. Whether it’s our 8% giveback model, sustainability initiatives, or pro bono projects, we embed purpose into every campaign.
Excellence Without Ego
We bring our best to every project—strategically, creatively, and technically—while remaining open, humble, and driven by curiosity.
Integrity Over Hype
No gimmicks. No fluff. Just clear, honest strategies that work—and a promise to never sell you what you don’t need.
Sustainable Thinking
From our triple bottom line business model to our environmental volunteerism, we build marketing strategies that last and leadership that leaves a legacy.
I’m a marketer, strategist, and entrepreneur driven by the belief that business should serve both people and purpose. Over the past decade, I’ve led digital initiatives for Fortune 100 companies, advised early-stage founders, and built a values-driven marketing agency rooted in strategy, integrity, and measurable growth.
I’m the Founder of Essey Marketing, a Pittsburgh-based digital marketing agency that has helped more than 80 clients scale through SEO, social media, web development, and full-funnel strategy. I’ve been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine and LinkedIn News for my expertise in marketing strategy and digital growth, offering insights on aligning digital tactics with business strategy to drive long-term growth.
Today, I serve as a Digital Brand Strategist & Web Consultant at Nationwide Financial, where I help shape and modernize the organization’s digital ecosystem while ensuring every web experience aligns with brand integrity, strategic objectives, and user expectations. I collaborate across business units to design and implement data-driven, forward-thinking solutions that strengthen Nationwide’s digital presence, improve customer engagement, and sustain competitiveness in an evolving market. My work spans the full digital landscape, including SEO, content strategy, paid media, UX, and enterprise web development.
Beyond consulting, I lead Marketing and Business Development at 3Rivers General Contracting, a Southwestern Pennsylvania firm specializing in luxury residential and commercial renovations. Through strategic digital marketing, I have helped grow 3Rivers into a multi-million-dollar company. I also serve as Chief Marketing Officer and Co-Owner of Active Cities, a national initiative promoting active lifestyles.
At my core, I believe success should extend beyond profit. Through Essey Marketing, I dedicate a portion of every dollar earned and every hour worked to supporting nonprofit organizations, community initiatives, and causes that create lasting social good. I follow the Triple Bottom Line philosophy of People, Planet, and Profit, ensuring every business decision contributes to a more sustainable and equitable world. Beyond financial giving, I invest time mentoring students, supporting entrepreneurs, and helping others find meaningful ways to make an impact through their own work.
I approach every project with purpose and persistence—whether building brands, developing strategy, or helping others chase their next milestone.
Current Roles
• Essey Marketing: Founder & Digital Marketing Consultant
• Nationwide: Digital Brand Strategist & Web Consultant
• 3Rivers General Contracting: Director of Marketing & Business Development
• Active Cities: Chief Marketing Officer & Co-Owner
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