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We’re a design and marketing agency. An advertising agency. A give-our-clients-agency agency. Values led and community centred, we partner with public and not-for-profit sectors and beyond.
We’re about passion and compassion, and we’re all super into what we do. Ultimately, the strength of our team is the strength of our work. We’ve been doing this for over 20 years, and the deep connections we’ve formed between us help us collectively connect with our clients, who we then help connect with their audiences.
For us, everything starts with the power of people.
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Jordan Alamilla
(he / him)
Intermediate Full Stack Developer
As a full stack web developer specializing in WordPress, PHP, and JavaScript, Jordan’s expertise helps bring design concepts to life as working digital experiences. With an initial education in media arts and design, Jordan switched his focus to code after developing a passion for logic, earning a diploma for computer programming and a certificate in web design and development. Since joining RC Design in January 2019 as a junior web developer, Jordan has contributed to a large variety of projects, and has steadily advanced to an intermediate level.
Fun fact:
I taught myself to cut my own hair.
What makes you the happiest?
Good world building. My first love is film but regardless of the medium, any story with deep lore I can dive into and learn about the symbolism, inspiration and even the behind the scenes production of, that could keep me happy for weeks.
What’s your favourite thing to do in your spare time?
I’m a visual artist. I mostly make traditional and digital drawings but I also like photography, graphic design and I’ve recently been getting into video production and editing.
What’s the strangest or most useless talent you have?
I have an exceptional record of catching things that fall off a counter, table or out of a cupboard before they hit the ground.
Do you have any strange or unique phobias or pet peeves?
Megalophobia: specifically the fear of absolutely massive, man-made things. This is simultaneously a great fascination of mine and a major contributor to my love for science fiction. A few great examples are the Makkah Royal Clock Tower in Mecca, Installation 00 from Halo and the Spacing Guild Heighliner from Dune.
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Taylor Anderson
(she / her)
Project Manager
Taylor brings a decade of project management experience and a love for all things planning to her role as project manager. As project manager, Taylor is responsible for coordinating and collaborating with the team in planning, executing, and successfully completing projects within the respected timeline and budget.
What’s your favourite thing to do in your spare time?
Read and travel
If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?
To sing
If you won big in the lottery, what is the first thing you would do?
Book a plane ticket & pay off my mortgage 🤪
If you were reincarnated as an animal, what would it be?
A dog, they live the best lives.
What chore do you loathe doing?
I really loathe doing dishes, something about old food and sauce makes me ill.
What are three things on your bucket list?
Travel Europe, own a cottage, purchase a vintage truck.
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard?
You can’t have rainbows without a little rain.
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Rob Clark
(he / him)
Owner, Founder
Rob brings over 25 years of experience as a leader in the design and marketing industry. As the owner of RC Design, an award-winning agency, Rob has built a reputation for delivering personalized and goal-oriented design and marketing solutions tailored to each client’s unique vision and goals. Under Rob’s leadership, RC Design has garnered numerous accolades for its innovative work in branding, marketing, and design. His commitment to excellence and dedication to his community is evident in his active participation in various initiatives and his generous contributions of time and resources to meaningful causes. Rob’s leadership style is characterized by a collaborative approach, fostering creativity and innovation within his team and ensuring exceptional outcomes for clients.
What makes you the happiest?
Spending time with the important people in my life, being in nature, watching sunsets, mountain biking, skiing, food, a good book or movie/series, working with my hands, being creative, big picture thinking, solving problems, laughing.
Do you have any strange or unique phobias or pet peeves?
I really do not like mushrooms at all, does that count?
If you could choose anyone, who would you pick as your mentor?
Da Vinci—for curiosity and creativity; blending art and science. Or Gandhi—for leadership; lead with integrity and compassion.
What walk-up song would you use to introduce yourself at a professional sporting event?
Hunger Strike by Temple of The Dog
What’s your best childhood memory?
Summers off and the freedom that came with it.
Do you have any interesting or funny nicknames?
Many, but mostly Clarky & Bobbie.
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard?
“It is easy to hate from afar, so move in.” — Brené Brown
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Stephanie Conner
(she / her)
Intermediate Multidisciplinary Designer
Stephanie is a multidisciplinary designer with expertise in UX/UI, print, and branding. She creates design solutions that not only meet client objectives but also prioritize user experience. With a diverse project portfolio across multiple industries, Stephanie consistently delivers impactful results by collaborating closely with both clients and teammates to ensure successful outcomes. Her approach balances creativity with strategic thinking, driving both client satisfaction and meaningful user engagement.
What makes you the happiest?
Animals—primarily dogs and horses, but seeing wildlife is also one of my favourites!
What’s your favourite thing to do in your spare time?
Spend time outdoors.
What’s the strangest or most useless talent you have?
I can find an appropriate GIF for almost any conversation.
If your pets could talk, what would they say about you?
“10/10 dog and horse mom, but she could cool it with the photo-taking…we’re her entire camera roll.”
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard?
Don’t take life too seriously, and find joy in the little things!
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Chandelle King
(she / her)
Social Media Specialist
Chandelle is a dedicated social media strategist with nearly ten years of experience in crafting creative & compelling copy that aligns with her clients’ needs and goals. Passionate about understanding each client’s unique voice, she thrives on the challenge of learning their stories to enhance their online presence. Her expertise lies in developing tailored strategies that drive engagement and growth across various platforms, ensuring that each brand’s unique identity shines through.
Fun fact:
I live on a lake, which has always been a dream of mine!
What’s your favourite thing to do in your spare time?
I love paddleboarding and going on boat rides with my dog, Dolly!
What’s your favourite place you’ve ever travelled?
Tobermory, because the water is crystal clear and it’s close to my favourite ice cream parlour!
If you could spend time with anyone — living or passed, real or fictional — who would you meet?
I would spend time with Robin Williams because he was my favourite comedian.
What walk-up song would you use to introduce yourself at a professional sporting event?
“We Will Rock You” by Queen, because everyone would have it stuck in their head for at least a week.
What’s your best childhood memory?
My best childhood memory would have to be Christmas. My family always made that day extra special!
If your pets could talk, what would they say about you?
That I never give her enough treats.
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Michael Larkin
(he / him)
Chief Operations Officer, Managing Partner
Mike is an award-winning designer, art, and creative director with over 20 years of experience. He is an energetic, self-motivated leader who has built successful teams of designers and developers, constantly pushing the boundaries of creativity and communication in a fast-paced, evolving industry. Mike’s approach is centered around user-focused creative problem-solving, ensuring that client goals are met with innovative and impactful solutions. He is passionate about helping clients understand and achieve their digital objectives while guiding them through the process with clarity and expertise. Mike has had the privilege of collaborating with industry-leading companies such as Oxford Properties, Loblaws, Deloitte, BMO, Scotiabank, Canadian Tire, Maple Leaf Foods, Southlake Hospital, Humber River Health, and Milton Public Library, assisting them in achieving their business goals.
What’s your favourite place you’ve ever travelled?
Barcelona, Spain—Food, Art, History, Architecture, Culture.
What walk-up song would you use to introduce yourself at a professional sporting event?
La Mamá de la Mamá by CJ, Chael Produciendo, and El Alfa
If you won big in the lottery, what is the first thing you would do?
Travel to all the MLB ball parks.
Who would play you in a movie of your life?
Jason Momoa
Is there a food that will you never eat?
Cilantro
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard?
“Slow is smooth and smooth is fast.”
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Samantha Lindo
(she / her)
Project Manager
As a Project Manager with a Media Communication degree and diploma from the University of Guelph-Humber, Sam coordinates diverse projects to ensure the smooth integration of creative, marketing, and development teams. Her role as Project Manager involves meticulous planning and resource management to deliver high-quality results while navigating the ever-evolving landscape of client needs and industry trends.
Fun fact:
I’ve never broken a bone before. Hopefully, I haven’t just jinxed it.
What makes you the happiest?
Spending time with the people, or dogs, that I love.
Do you have any strange or unique phobias or pet peeves?
Fish. Nothing traumatic has happened, they just really gross me out.
If you won big in the lottery, what is the first thing you would do?
Honestly, even if I won $20 on a scratch-off ticket I’d be over the moon!
What chore do you loathe doing?
The dishes. Washing and drying isn’t the issue, it’s at the end when you have to empty the little drain stopper that caught any soggy food… you get the picture. BLUGH.
Can you play any instruments?
Sure, I can play a few things, ukulele, guitar, drums, but do I play them well? Now, that’s a different question.
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Heather Luscher
(she / her)
Art Director
With over a decade of experience crafting strategic and user-centered design solutions across sectors, Heather provides oversight on all design initiatives to ensure creative excellence and adherence to best practices and the latest trends. Heather holds an Honours Bachelor of Design degree from the York Sheridan Program in Design, and has received recognition from industry awards including the RGD So(cial) Good Design Awards and the Adobe Design Achievement Awards.
Fun fact:
I’m comfortable cooking complicated meals but find the simple things hard. Risotto? Easy. A pot of plain rice? Challenging.
What makes you the happiest?
Driving through the country with windows down, the three month build-up to Christmas, ice cubes, hunkering down in front of a wood stove with a cozy blanket, crying from laughing too hard, chasing fuzzy bumblebees around the yard with a camera.
What’s your favourite thing to do in your spare time?
I’m a bit of a grandma: you can find me proudly tending to my veggie and flower gardens in the summer, embroidering or painting by the fireplace in the winter, and enjoying a good sudoku or game of Bananagrams any time of year.
Do you have any strange or unique phobias or pet peeves?
Balloons and fireworks make me uncomfortable. Also, please don’t chew near me.
If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?
How to properly arrange flowers, speak German, and play the cello.
Is there a food that will you never eat?
Scrambled eggs. Soft boiled eggs. Hard boiled eggs. Fried eggs. Poached eggs. The list goes on…
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Ali Parsifar
(he / him)
Senior Full Stack Developer
Ali is a senior fullstack developer specializing in WordPress, PHP, and JavaScript. With a background in mechanical engineering, he holds a master’s degree in the field. Ali began his development career in 2019 and has since built expertise in creating dynamic, user-friendly websites and applications. His technical proficiency and problem-solving skills make him a key contributor to various projects.
What’s your favourite thing to do in your spare time?
Going to the gym.
What’s the strangest or most useless talent you have?
Rolling my tongue.
If you could choose anyone, who would you pick as your mentor?
Tony Robbins
If you could witness any event past, present or future, what would it be?
First contact with Extraterrestrial Life. Experiencing the moment humans make contact with alien life forms would be mind-blowing and transformative.
What chore do you loathe doing?
Taking out the trash. It forces you to reflect on your life choices, like why you bought that giant pack of kale you forgot about at the back of the fridge.
Who would play you in a movie of your life?
Adam Sandler
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard?
Time is one of life’s most valuable resources. Prioritize tasks that align with your values and goals, avoiding distractions.
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Ben Ross
(he / him)
Senior Full Stack Developer
Ben is a senior full stack developer with 10 years of experience, specializing in WordPress and PHP with a strong backend focus. With expertise in eCommerce development from previous roles, Ben has a well-rounded skill set. He holds a computer science degree from Georgian College and has many large projects under his belt.
Fun fact:
Odds are I can beat you in an arm wrestle. Other than that, I love techno / trance music.
What makes you the happiest?
Opening day. That first day in the spring when you bring the lawn mower out, bring out the patio furniture. Winter is behind you, long days ahead, and the golfing season has begun.
What’s your favourite thing to do in your spare time?
I bought an electric scooter this year. I love taking it around town in the summer!
If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?
I’d love to learn how to consistently put backspin on my approach shots!
If you won big in the lottery, what is the first thing you would do?
Show up at my parents house with a yellow Mercedes convertible for my mom, and a Porsche 911 for my dad.
Is there a food that will you never eat?
Cantaloupe. I don’t know why people think these are edible? Adding these to a fruit salad should be a criminal offense.
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Abhinav Sharma
(he / him)
Digital Marketing Specialist
Abhinav is a Growth Expert with decades of experience in developing and executing high-performing digital marketing and ad campaigns for B2B, SAAS, and eCommerce clients. Having worked with over 100 businesses and contributed to generating over $20 million in revenue, Abhinav specializes in lead generation, conversion optimization, and data-driven decision-making. With a deep understanding of martech tools, testing, audience targeting, and ad strategies, Abhinav helps agencies and brands achieve their growth goals.
What’s your favourite place you’ve ever travelled?
Colombia
If you could choose to stay a certain age forever, what age would it be?
Current age, as I like to live in the moment.
If you could witness any event past, present or future, what would it be?
Meeting the aliens for the first time.
If you were reincarnated as an animal, what would it be?
Tiger, as it is the perfect balance of being fierce, majestic and elegant.
What chore do you loathe doing?
All of the above.
Can you play any instruments?
Radio.
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Rob Stephenson
(he / him)
Digital Production Manager
Rob is a results-driven Digital Production Manager, ensuring the seamless execution of digital projects in collaboration with the management team as RC Design. With a focus on meeting strict deadlines and staying within project scope, Rob plays a pivotal role in overseeing project timelines and ensuring efficient communication between departments. Acting as the primary point of contact for all development requests, Rob ensures that tasks are executed with precision and that stakeholders remain informed throughout the process. His leadership ensures smooth coordination and successful delivery of projects, driving excellence across the development team.
What makes you the happiest?
Teaching my kids all about sports.
What’s your favourite thing to do in your spare time?
Playing hockey, golf, and or baseball depending on the season.
What was your most amazing and/or terrifying moment?
Becoming a father.
What’s the strangest or most useless talent you have?
I have a plethora of movie quotes stored in my brain.
Do you have any strange or unique phobias or pet peeves?
Leaving the water running when it’s not being used.
If you won big in the lottery, what is the first thing you would do?
Hire a personal chef to make my kids school lunches.
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Cameron Todd
(he / him)
Senior Full Stack Developer
Cam’s bio is still in the development phase… coming soon!
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Ria Tsangaris
(she / her)
Manager, Design
With over 14 years of experience, Ria began her career at RC Design as a Designer and has since risen to manage and lead the design team. Known for fostering a healthy, collaborative work environment, Ria ensures team members feel engaged and heard. By allocating resources efficiently and managing deadlines and budgets, Ria helps deliver innovative solutions for both internal and client initiatives. Her leadership keeps the team motivated while driving creative excellence. Ria graduated with honours from Georgian College, earning a Graphic Design Diploma.
Fun fact:
My full name is actually Eleftheria, and I’m a twin 🙂
What makes you the happiest?
Being an auntie, going on road trips, and cute coffee shops.
What’s your favourite place you’ve ever travelled?
Cyprus, it’s beautiful and a lot of my family lives there.
If you could witness any event past, present or future, what would it be?
I am forever a Leafs fan, so it would have to be the Leafs winning the Stanley Cup. I remain hopeful!
What’s the best advice you’ve ever heard?
If you have nothing good to say, don’t say anything at all.
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Melanie Woodward
(she / her)
Manager, Digital Marketing
With a Bachelor’s in Marketing and 14+ years of digital marketing experience, Melanie helps subject matter experts and mid-sized businesses boost online visibility through strategic marketing. She excels in crafting impactful strategies and leading digital campaigns that drive results in both B2B and B2C markets. Her passion for marketing began with the success of her first info product in a niche market. As a product marketer, world traveler, and lifelong learner, Melanie thrives on delivering creative solutions that turn ideas into successful ventures.
Fun fact:
I played shuffleboard with Ewan McGregor (and won!) in Churchill, MB while on a Polar Bear Safari.
What makes you the happiest?
Floating in the ocean and my daughter’s laugh.
What was your most amazing and/or terrifying moment?
Becoming a mom.
What’s the strangest or most useless talent you have?
Remembering what people ate in years past.
What’s your favourite place you’ve ever travelled?
I’ve traveled to over 30 countries, so it’s too hard to pick just one!
If your pets could talk, what would they say about you?
“I’ve got her wrapped around my paw.”
If you could bring back any fashion trend, what would it be?
Leg warmers.
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