Our Principals
Rick Shaffer, Principal, Creative Director
Rick Shaffer, a life-long Northeast Ohio native, attended art school and completed Visual Communication classes in Cleveland, Ohio. Rick’s web design and development skills date back to the dawn of the digital era, when he was employed at one of the first multimedia firms in Cleveland, Ohio. Rick remains on the cutting edge of “what’s new” by attending acclaimed digital design, advertising and marketing seminars, as well as continuing- his education in digital advertising. He routinely speaks about the refinements of branding and design to business peers. Rick has crafted an extensive career in design, winning numerous awards – including receipt of an Distinguished Alumni Award from CVCC. Rick is respected locally for assisting and elevating area businesses. Aside from working in his creative studio, Rick enjoys the beaches of Lake Erie, traveling with his family to various beaches along the East Coast and remodeling his home.
Stacey Shaffer, Partner, SEO Consultant
Stacey Shaffer has an uncanny ability to understand brands and marketing challenges that today’s companies face. Stacey has the foresight to bring common sense solutions to any marketing challenge. Stacey attained her Registered Nursing License, and graduated as class Valedictorian, from Fortis College. She has worked in the areas premier hospitals and assisted living facilities. Stacey has also completed Search Engine Optimization courses through University of California, Davis. World-renowned marketing professionals from Google and Adobe Software instructed these courses. Stacey has recently, joined the team at Shaffer Branding Co. full-time, where we utilize her intense copywriting skills and SEO insights. Stacey is also a life-long Cleveland native, who loves the Erie Coast, spending time with her family and traveling to sunny destinations.
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