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Meet our team

A team of specialists that work together to achieve your goals. We like to think of it as your new marketing team. 

Meet our team

A team of specialists that work together to achieve your goals. We like to think of it as your new marketing team. 

Mary-Anne Amies

Founder & CEO

Experience: With a business and marketing career spanning over 20 years, I have extensive experience working in industries including Skincare, Beauty, Apparel Product Development & Retailing, for some of Australia’s most loved brands. I was always hungry to learn and experience first-hand the inner workings of businesses, and went straight into full-time work out of school while studying my Bachelor of Business.

Launching my own digital agency in 2010 allowed me to leverage my big business experience to focus on creating opportunities for small businesses, maximising what was then an emerging marketing approach, but today mainstream marketing.

Passion: My passion is providing solutions to small business owners, that motivate and inspire them. I feel personally rewarded by seeing the businesses we support grow. I am endlessly passionate about the digital landscape and the cost-effective impact it can make. Equally my passion extends to supporting up-and-coming digital marketers to get a solid grounding in strategic digital marketing, in an environment that nurtures them to be their best, and values them as individuals.

Interesting fact: I loved studying drama, music and performance throughout high school. I can play a range of musical instruments (although am pretty rusty these days) and have performed on stage in plays and musicals – something I hope to get back to one day.

Our Digital Marketing Team​

Mikayla Brooksby

Digital Marketing Specialist

Experience: I have been with Wise Up Marketing for over three years, developing my skills in digital marketing formed from a passion for aesthetically pleasing social media schedules that create connections with their ideal client.

A digital native, I love seeing strategy come to life across video, photo and content, working from a vision through to execution, supporting businesses to effectively leverage all the digital opportunities.

Passion: Creating aesthetically pleasing social media schedules for our clients and transforming the look and feel of their business from a social media aspect. I really love the diverse range of clients we support as it allows me to broaden my knowledge. I enjoy working in a team environment as it allows everyone to collaborate ideas and learn new things from each other.

Interesting fact: When I was 14 years, I did BMX racing for two years and played Women’s AFL for 3 years starting when I was 16.

Niamh Steenson

Account Executive

Experience: A results-driven advertising & marketing professional with a strong educational background having graduated with a Bachelor of Business in Marketing Degree from Munster Technological University in 2021.

I have 5 years’ experience within the advertising and marketing industry and have worked within a variety of industries including, start-ups, cafes, media, and hotels.

Passion: I have a passion for helping businesses thrive in the ever-evolving digital landscape. I enjoy discovering a company’s genuine purpose and goal to then customising creative design work to suit each client’s needs.

Interesting fact: I have always been terrified of heights and decided to push myself out of my comfort zone and completed a skydive over the Palm in Dubai – It was one of the most amazing, yet scariest experiences that I have ever done. It has shown me that anything is possible once you put your mind to it and push yourself out of your comfort zone!

Hannah Rizzo

Digital Marketing Specialist

Experience: With over 4 years of experience in marketing and communications roles , I have worked across a variety of industries including community organisations, start-ups, and retail service businesses.  

Completing a Bachelor of Communication and Bachelor of International Studies at UTS, majoring in Advertising and French, I combine creativity with curiosity to continually strive to create stronger outcomes for our clients.

Passion: I am passionate about people and the planet. I love working collaboratively with others to find creative solutions and I enjoy making businesses’ creative dreams a reality through the power of social media and good storytelling.

Looking after our planet is also near and dear to my heart, and on the weekends you’ll find me volunteering with various environmental initiatives.  

Interesting fact:I love travelling, meeting new people from around the world and learning new languages! I can speak French, and I’m currently learning Spanish.

Maddie Donnelly

Agency Coordinator

Experience: I have over 4 years focusing on business administration but have also worked across sales, fundraising and small grants.

After completing my HSC in 2016 I started a traineeship, specifically studying Certificate III in Business. Starting as a receptionist, I have worked my way up to sales coordinator allowing me to gain more knowledge around new industries and businesses. Working at a charity also gave me the opportunity to expand my knowledge with the opportunity to continue my professional growth.

Passion: Supporting small businesses has always been a passion of mine as I have family members who run their own. I have seen the ‘ins and outs’ of what it takes and the pressure of it all. I strive for great customer service and enjoy seeing the end results when hard work has paid off!

Interesting fact: I’ve completed a service trip to Nepal, helping rebuild a school after the 2015 earthquake.

I also love trying new things, whether it’s learning to crochet or going skydiving. Anything crafty is always fun for me but I’m also a thrill seeker.

Jada Subasinghe

Digital Marketing Coordinator

Experience: I am in my final semester of a Bachelors Degree in Communications (Digital and Social Media and Media Business). I have always enjoyed working for and with small businesses, immersing myself in the unique culture of each brand. As an avid social media user, I spend much of my time online searching for unique approaches to every client’s needs, capturing brand personality whilst delivering results.

Passion: I am in my final semester of a Bachelors Degree in Communications (Digital and Social Media and Media Business). I have always enjoyed working for and with small businesses, immersing myself in the unique culture of each brand. As an avid social media user, I spend much of my time online searching for unique approaches to every client’s needs, capturing brand personality whilst delivering results.

Interesting fact: I am passionate about dance, music, art and all things creative.

Johannah Lim

Ads Specialist

Experience: I graduated last 2020 and started my career in a sales forward position however I discovered my love for marketing and opted to switched career paths. Currently, I have 2 years of Paid Ads experience with a focus on all things Search but I am also building up my experience in other Paid Ads platforms! I am also taking up my Masters degree in Business Analytics in order to support my growth in Digital Marketing.

Passion: I am all about learning and self-improvement may it be professionally or even just personal goals. I try to do something new everyday and try to absorb all the wisdom and knowledge from people around me.

Interesting fact: I actually wanted to be an artist when I was younger but now it developed into a hobby. I started with a pen/pencil & paper art then eventually tried doing some digital art as well. I actually haven’t gotten the chance to practice lately but it is definitely something I would come back to from time to time.

Erick Ramon

Ads Specialist

Experience: I have 11 years of experience in Digital Marketing, successfully driving campaigns across various industries in Brazil, including B2B, Education, Ecommerce, Retail, Health, Fintech and Insurance.  

Passion:I am passionate about Digital Marketing and Growth Marketing. I love analyses data and drive campaign that it raises impressive results to company.

Interesting fact: I moved to another side in the world to learn a new language, new culture and new professional skills.

Our Website Development Team

Tracey Bailey

Senior Web Developer

Experience: I have been with Wise Up Marketing for over five years, coming from an extensive career within graphic design, I am passionate about creating design driven web development solutions for our customers. I have developed websites for clients across WordPress, Shopify and SquareSpace, from brochure style sites through to complex ecommerce, membership, learning management and directories.

Passion: Developing sites that look great, and perform to our clients needs

Interesting fact: In my spare time, I love art and to draw.

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Nadia Kerr

Web Developer

Experience: I’m a Full stack L.A.M.P developer with over 20 years experience. Previous work includes using WordPress, BigCommerce, SquareSpace, Salesforce, server management, global projects, database management, online marketing, SEO & more.

Passion: Helping and educating others in all things web, internet, WordPress and SEO.

Interesting fact: I’m an enthusiastic macro and landscape  photographer. I dislike public speaking but have spoken in front of 200+ people at a WordPress WordCamp.

Want to Join our Small but Fierce Team?

At Wise Up we are always looking to connect with passionate digital marketers who are committed to driving results for small business owners. Founded in 2010, we’ve helped hundreds of businesses since then to nail digital marketing. We are small but mighty and pride ourselves on a down to earth yet effective approach.

If you are studying, have experience or looking for new opportunities in

  • Strategic Marketing
  • Digital Marketing
  • Social & Content Management
  • WordPress, Shopify or Squarespace Web Development
  • Creative Web Design

Express your interest to talk more by filling in our application form.