Leadership
We are very proud to have experienced supervisors overseeing all of our students & client projects!
HANNU RAUMA
PRESIDENT
As the President of SMA, Hannu brings over 20 years of experience in marketing, including a decade at the director level and five years as our president. This extensive experience has fostered a deep understanding of how to connect with audiences through compelling narratives and strategic use of analytics. Hannu’s career has consistently focused on creating engaging content, building communities, and driving brand loyalty through clear, strategic communication and collaboration…
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,…He leads a team that provides a wide range of online marketing services to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across North America. Notably, SMA partners with MarketingEducation.org to offer practical marketing solutions while providing students with valuable hands-on experience.
This unique partnership allows SMA to cater to a diverse clientele base, ranging from solo entrepreneurs to large corporations, typically serving 300-400 clients at any time, with over four thousand tasks completed. In his role as President, Hannu directly engages with clients to ensure their satisfaction, address any issues that arise, and maintain the company’s strong reputation.
Prior to joining SMA, Hannu held various senior marketing positions where he spearheaded major strategic overhauls, significantly boosted sales figures, and optimized marketing spend. He skillfully managed teams of social media content developers, data analysts, PPC managers, and marketing specialists. Under his leadership, these teams crafted customized campaigns that effectively blended social media, search engine marketing (SEM), and email marketing. Hannu’s work consistently resulted in expanded organic traffic, reduced ad costs, and improved customer engagement.
One of Hannu’s key strengths lies in his ability to break down complex marketing concepts and communicate them clearly and effectively. This allows clients to readily understand and connect with the strategies his team implements. Furthermore, his talent for bridging the gap between marketing ideas and client perspectives often transforms potential conflicts into opportunities for growth and collaborative success.
Throughout his career, Hannu has been driven by a passion for innovative marketing strategies, clear communication, and fostering collaborative growth. He continues to create impactful marketing solutions that resonate with target audiences and deliver tangible results.
As busy as Hannu, is being the president of Student Marketing Agency, he never hesitates to find the time to encourage any staff who need support, encouragement, or just an ear. This is why everyone loves him so much and why he is irreplaceable!
MELANIE LAING
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Melanie brings over 25 years of invaluable experience in the Digital Marketing industry to her role. Her expertise spans across Social Media Management, SEO-targeted Content Creation, Website Content Development, Graphic Design, and Strategic Marketing Planning. Throughout her career, Melanie has collaborated with diverse businesses in the Entertainment, Medical, Culinary, and Arts sectors, offering tailored marketing solutions that drive growth and engagement…
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…In addition to her extensive marketing background, Melanie has cultivated a niche as a Professional Book Reviewer over the past decade, establishing fruitful partnerships with numerous Authors and Publishing houses.
Currently serving as Production Manager and a Senior Instructor, Melanie plays a pivotal role in guiding new students, overseeing billing and administrative functions, and contributing to the training of Marketing Managers and Instructors. Her multifaceted experience and dedication to mentoring make her an indispensable asset in shaping the next generation of marketing professionals.
Melanie is known for her extraordinary patience with everyone, her genuine care for both clients and students, and her hilarious sense of humor!
TREVOR HOFMANN
MARKETING INTAKE SPECIALIST
Trevor is a friendly and welcoming individual who serves as the initial point of contact for prospective clients. He conducts free consultations to assess their marketing needs and goals, providing guidance and recommendations throughout the initial stages of developing a marketing plan. While the client’s ongoing relationship is primarily with the marketing team, Trevor remains available for any questions or concerns that may arise. Known for his supportive nature and positive demeanor, Trevor is a valuable asset to both the company and its clients. His friendly and helpful approach has…
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…earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues.
MOSES ZUASOLA
DESIGN SUPERVISOR
Moses Zuasola leads the design department with over 20 years of experience in print and web design. He has a deep understanding of branding, marketing, and UI/UX, ensuring designs are both visually appealing and strategically sound.
More than a designer, Moses is a problem-solver who excels at identifying challenges and delivering comprehensive solutions. His expertise covers a wide range of projects, including business cards, posters, packaging, brochures, flyers, websites, and web banners…
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…Moses is proficient in HTML5/CSS3, jQuery, WIX, DIVI, and WordPress functions, facilitating excellent communication with the coding department.
Beloved by all staff, Moses is known for his professional manner, kind communication, and unwavering commitment to every project he touches. We are incredibly fortunate to have him lead our student designers.
VITOR CALIFE
SOCIAL MEDIA SUPERVISOR
Vitor is a social media whiz with a passion for crafting engaging content, particularly through the power of short video clips. He oversees all aspects of the company’s social media presence, leveraging his expertise in graphic design, video editing, content creation, and advertising to develop compelling campaigns that drive results. He has a keen eye for design, so he makes sure that all student designs are up to his high standards…
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…Vitor holds a marketing degree and is certified by both Hubspot Marketing Academy and Meta, ensuring his strategies are grounded in data and industry best practices.
We are so grateful to have Victor. He is another team member who is beloved by all, simply because he is kind, honest, and genuinely passionate about what he does.
KAT
WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
As our website development leader, Kat champions innovation, delivering creative solutions that enhance user experience and drive business growth. Leveraging her formal education in visual communication, Kat passionately leads the students in producing websites that blend beauty with functionality.
Kat understands that client communication is paramount, so she strives for clear communication by facilitating one-on-one consultation calls to really get to know the client and their website aspirations….
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…Her leadership fosters a team culture of excellence and staying ahead of the curve in design and technology trends, ensuring exceptional results. She is the glue to a great website, and a steady hand at the helm! We are lucky to have her.