As website developers in Minnesota, we’re the kind of people you want to work with, and even the kind you want to hang out with after work.
Sure, we’re smart enough to speak volumes on the complexities of custom web development and strategic online marketing, but we’re also smart enough to know most people don’t talk like that.
So when we say “Business First. Online Second.” you know it’s not only a catchy saying, it’s a corporate philosophy. It dictates how we work, who we hire, and becomes a personal maxim of every Irish Titan employee. We put your concerns and questions above all else and are able to eliminate the confusion many clients face as they enter the realm of online business.
That’s the way we do things. That’s who we are.
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How much history can a web design firm have? About seven years more than the competition.
It’s unfair to say that web developers are a dime a dozen, because in many cases, you wouldn’t want to pay them that much. One thing is certain, however: it is a demanding industry which defeats all but the most intuitive and insightful.
Irish Titan was founded in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 2004, and quickly morphed into a provider of advanced online technologies and services and, ironically, as our business has grown, our focus has continued to narrow.
 Our only goal is grow your bottom line. We do so by liberating you from the hassles of maintaining your business online. Meet the people who make it happen.
If you’re curious about the origins of our name, it’s a story best told in person. But rest assured, there’s more than a little meaning mixed into the charm.
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our clients are talking
The term
“vendor relationship” doesn’t really lend itself to good relationships.
We pursue partnerships, not transactions. Our clients can tell you the rest.
 
"My experience in working with Irish Titan has been nothing but positive, fun and productive. The team worked with me and my team step-by-step to uncover our goals and vision for the website, and the final product did more that exceed our vision and goals! The feedback from the outside world on the look, feel and design of our site has been nothing but best-in-class. We are grateful to the Irish Titian Team for taking a vested interest in working with us as a partner in our organization's mission. "
Dina Simon, Simon Says Give | View Site
"Irish Titan is an amazing company. I am blown away by the staff and their level of creativity and organization. Not only did they help bring my vision to life, they did it on time and on budget. I cannot say enough about how wonderful it is to work with their team."
Jeffrey Morris, Morris FutureWorks | View Site
"I've had the opportunity to trust and work with Irish Titan on two projects, and look forward to many more. Their approach to "Business First. Online Second." and high degree of service to me and the clients I serve, is greatly appreciated."
Bill Schell, The Producer's Toolbox | View Site
"Choosing Irish Titan to build my e-commerce website was absolutely the right decision! Not only are they the best at what they do technically, but they are incredibly easy to work with. From the initial concept meeting, to the website launch, I knew my website was in good hands. Keeping my company's brand in mind, Irish Titan used their design and e-commerce expertise to create a website that is not only easy and functional, but stunning!"
Annie Archambault, Anne Kristine Inc. | View Site
"I have had the privilege of working with Irish Titan and the team since January of 2010. It has been an amazing experience. The final product is outstanding, but more than that is how the entire team took the time to clearly understand my vision for The Producers Toolbox. What I really like is how the relationship comes first, then business. It has been and continues to be a "First Class" experience. Thanks Irish Titan!"
Steve Kloyda, The Producers Toolbox & The Prospecting Expert | View Site
"As a personal branding consultant, I needed a website that not only represented my company but my core competencies. The online destination that Irish Titan ultimately designed and delivered exceeded my wildest dreams. They not only listened to what I was really trying to say, but translated it into language - both verbal and visual - that my clients and prospects could really appreciate. In short, I cannot say enough about this amazing team - so "call them" will have to suffice."
Robert Allan Paul, Company of One | View Site
“Immediately after we launched our new site with Irish Titan, I received messages that confirmed the website was indeed an upgrade. The unexpected messages were from employees that expressed pride in the new online presence and from prospective employees complimenting the information and insight they ascertained when visiting the new site. This site is not only a portal for clients and prospects, but it is an instrument to make our entire company better.”
Kris Kilgard, Locknet, Inc. View Site
"Irish Titan is a great group of individuals to work with. They listened closely to the message we hoped to deliver to our current markets. They took our ideas and what they learned about our company, and they provided us with an up-to-date, creative website. They worked hard with us to meet our deadline for the launch date of our site, and we successfully achieved this goal. We are very pleased and appreciate their creativity and the excitement they shared with us working on our project."
RPMG Team | View Site
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our TEAMLet's play a round of "Spot the Titanite."
We're not who you expect us to be: the tech-heads, the wallflowers, the gamers. Nope. We're professional website designers, e-commerce experts and online marketing strategists. And no matter what you expect us to look like, we'll be exactly what you need.
 Darin Lynch
Chief Liberation Officer
A little about Darin
Where are you from?
A farm in Nashua, Iowa. I graduated with 59 people, or 61 if you count the foreign exchange students. The only stoplight in town was on top of the stop sign rolled out in front of the school every day at 3:15. And I'm proud of it.
What's your educational background?
A B.S. degree with a focus on MIS from the University of Iowa and an MBA in Venture Management from St. Thomas.
Who's the most famous person you've ever met?
I bought Clint Eastwood a beer, and I didn't buy Meryl Streep anything, even though she was sitting next to him.
Name three people—dead or alive—with whom you'd like to have dinner.
Gene Simmons, Magic Johnson and Bruce Wayne, or Thomas Jefferson, Steve Jobs and my dad.
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
It means that we're not a web firm and that we're not a tech firm. We don't serve ourselves. We work to deliver online solutions that improve our clients' business. If we do that, everything else will take care of itself.
What are your favorite TV shows?
Arrested Development, Lawrence Welk, Lost, American Horror Story, and a few others.
Got any industry awards?
Being named one of the Twin Cities' "40 Under 40."
Batman or Superman?
Batman in a heartbeat. Superman is a Boy Scout.
Are you of Irish ancestry?
3/4. My mom's to blame for the other 1/4.
612-910-1414
darin.lynch@irishtitan.com
 Adrienne Clairmont
Sales Specialist
A little about Adrienne
Where are you from?
Eden Prairie, MN
Who's the most famous person you've ever met?
Randy Moss
Name three people--dead or alive--with whom you'd like to have dinner.
Coco Chanel, Audrey Hepburn & Oscar Wilde
What would you do if you could have any job in the world?
Is this a fair question? Editor-in-Chief of Cosmo.
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
It means that our number one priority is doing good business. The fact that our business happens to be online isn't the most important element of who we are, it is what we do.
Favorite movies?
Breakfast at Tiffany's, Beauty and the Beast, Pride & Prejudice (yes, I'm a total girl!)
Favorite Quotes
"A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous" – Coco Chanel; "Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air" – Emerson; "Go confidently in the direction of your dreams" – Thoreau; "Be so good, they can't ignore you" – Steve Martin
Batman or Superman?
Christian Bale as Batman
Are you of Irish ancestry?
I was adopted. The Irish love me, as I'm a pro at drinking, dancing, and being merry :)
 Kayla Picciano
Growth Agent
A little about Kayla
Where are you from?
Sauk Rapids, MN
Who's the most famous person you've ever met?
Prince…he ordered grilled vegetables from a restaurant I worked at in my early years…I suggested some protein…he had the grilled vegetables.
Name your three favorite musicians.
Snow Patrol, Michael Jackson, and hair metal.
Name three people--dead or alive--with whom you'd like to have dinner.
Louis CK, cast of Golden Girls, and Conan O'Brien…I want to laugh at dinner people.
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
Lets talk about you and your 'why' and built a partnership for online there.
What would you do if you could have any job in the world?
TV personality on QVC or Food Network …something with food and wine while selling a handbag on the Q would be ideal.
Favorite movies?
Inception, Legends of the Fall, and pretty much every Pixar Movie.
Batman or Superman?
Batman…cool toys.
Are you of Irish ancestry?
Negative…but my liver would disagree.
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 Joe Piche
Director of Software Development
A little about Joe
Where are you from?
Born in Waite Park, MN; high school in Garretson, SD (near Sioux Falls).
What's your educational background?
BA in Biblical and Ministerial Studies with concentration in Pre-Seminary Studies from Trinity Bible College, but Google taught me everything I know about programming--seriously.
Who's the most famous person you've ever met?
Probably Darin.
Name three people, living or dead, with whom you'd like to have dinner.
Aristotle, Einstein, or Stephen Hawking
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
It's means that as individuals and as a company we care about the success of and relationship with our clients more than just making money, and that we will do the right thing and always try to guide our clients to make strategic decisions.
What would you do if you could have any job in the world?
Write and study philosophy.
Favorite authors?
J. R. R. Tolkien, Frank Herbert, and Arthur C. Clarke.
What did you do before coming to Irish Titan?
Worked as a programmer for a terrible company which stole money from customers--I'd rather not name them. Before that I was Director of IT at Trinity Bible College.
Are you of Irish Ancestry?
Yes actually, through my dad's dad's mother.
 Kevin Miles
Senior Web Developer
A little about Kevin
Where are you from?
Minneapolis.
What's your educational background?
BS in Computer Engineering.
Name your three favorite musicians.
Avenged Sevenfold, Eminem, Nickelback.
What are your favorite sports teams?
The Vikings and the Timberwolves.
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
It means we solve problems, and that makes money. We don't make websites to make money.
What would you do if you could have any job in the world?
I would be a Developer for Irish Titan. Honestly, probably Software Engineer at NASA.
What are your favorite TV shows?
Big Bang Theory, The Office, Chuck.
What did you do before Irish Titan?
I was a programmer for an agency that let me build apps for Kawasaki. Basically, I kept computers running and wrote web apps.
Are you of Irish Ancestry?
Yes.
 Jamie Schiesel
Web Developer
A little about Jamie
Where are you from?
P-Town (Plymouth), Minnesota.
What's your educational background?
I studied advertising and web design at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
What are your favorite sports teams?
Barcelona and Chelsea. And the Packers! Go Pack Go!
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
We care about building and establishing relationships with our clients. We learn about your company, your business needs, and goals for the future. Once we have a clear understanding of your company and intentions, do we asses what online marketing techniques we can provide to help you achieve your goals.
What would you do if you could have any job in the world?
Professional Traveler. If anyone would like to pay me to test out a vacation spot for them, I would be more than happy. (Takers?)
Favorite Quotes?
"Dream what you want to dream, go where you want to go, be what you want to be. Because you have only one life and one chance to do all the things you want to do."
What did you do before coming to Irish Titan?
I was a student at UW - Eau Claire and a Web Developer at First Net Expressions.
Are you of Irish ancestry?
I am Chinerish. That's Chinese and Irish.
 Matt Wint
Web Developer
A little about Matt
What's your educational background?
Bachelors in Applied Science with Multimedia.
Who's the most famous person you've ever met?
Sully Erna, Geoff Tate, Chris Kluwe
Name your three favorite musicians.
Chevelle, Linkin Park, Rage Against The Machine
What are your favorite sports teams?
Vikings, Twins
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
It means first figuring out what is best for the client, taking into consideration what their end goal is. Then, we can figure out how best to represent that goal in an online presence.
What would you do if you could have any job in the world?
Web Development- currently what I am doing now. I like figuring out the puzzle of how something is going to be built and then displaying it on the web.
Favorite movies?
I like action movies, usually James Bond type of genre.
What did you do before coming to Irish Titan?
I worked for local radio stations maintaining their websites and also building client websites.
Batman or Superman?
Batman
Are you of Irish ancestry?
Maybe, very well could be and not even know it. I've never researched my family history. For the sake of team spirit, I'll go with it.
 Mitch Hislop
Web Developer
A little about Mitch
What's your educational background?
Major in business, concentration in marketing, minor in political science from Hamline University
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
It means that the focus of everything that we do is on the client business, rather than on ourselves or making us the most money possible from a given project. We won't oversell on buzzwords when all the client needs is a basic site.
What would you do if you could have any job in the world?
CTO of the US Government.
What are your favorite TV shows?
The West Wing, House of Cards, Parks + Rec, Arrested Development
Favorite quotes?
"You have enemies? Good. That means you've stood up for something, sometime in your life." -Winston Churchill; "The world is a dangerous place to live; not because of the people who are evil, but because of the people who don't do anything about it." - Albert Einstein
What did you do before coming to Irish Titan?
Client-side web dev, side projects, assisting on various political campaigns. Former professional rock climber.
Batman or Superman?
Batman. Superman is a wimp.
Are you of Irish ancestry.
A tiny bit, but it counts.
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 Corey Mick
Director of Delivery
A little about Corey
Where are you from?
Bloomington, via Omaha.
What's your educational background?
Carlson School of Management at the U of M, with an emphasis in Information and Decision Sciences. Mmmmm, sexy.
Who's the most famous person you've ever met?
Dealer's choice: Dave Matthews, Herschel Walker, Tommy Lasorda and Wayne Gretzky.
Name your three favorite musicians.
Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash. There is no third.
What are your favorite sports teams?
Anything Gophers.
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
Irish Titan is designed to sell, define, execute and support our clients with an understanding of their business model, goals, identity and operations—all while having an eye for how our online efforts will enhance, promote and drive their business forward.
What are your favorite TV shows?
Arrested Development and Seinfeld are in a class of their own. I'm currently watching Boardwalk Empire and Game of Thrones.
What did you do before coming to Irish Titan?
I've spent the last 11 years honing the "Business First, Online Second" perspective. Having worked in IT groups at various retail, online and consulting companies, I've always played a role in partnering with key business decision makers to drive technology—and the client—forward.
Are you of Irish Ancestry?
Yes. My family originated in Limerick, on the Shannon river.
 Christine Hehre
Online Manager
A little about Christine
Where are you from?
Born in Chicago, raised in the 612.
What's your educational background?
Double major; BA in Biology and Studio Art with an emphasis on Graphic Design
Who's the most famous person you've ever met?
Santa.
Name three people, dead or living, with whom you'd like to have dinner.
I'd love to engage in an intellectual conversation with, and pick the brains of, Steve Jobs, Ted Bundy or Sean Penn over an Americano. They have to be completely honest though.
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
Understanding the business goals of our clients and translating them into an online experience for their customer that rivals real-time contact.
What are your favorite TV shows?
Dexter, House, Seinfeld, Sports Center.
Favorite authors?
F. Scott Fitzgerald and the guy who wrote my 12th grade Stats book.
Got any industry awards?
Depends on what industry we're talking about.
Batman or Superman?
Catwoman.
Are you of Irish ancestry?
If the milkman has anything to say about it…
 Jeff Johnson
Online Manager
A little about Jeff
Where are you from?
Originally, Grand Marais, MN – Now Saint Paul.
Name your three favorite musicians.
James Taylor, Magnetic Fields, Damien Rice
Name three people--dead or alive--with whom you'd like to have dinner.
Nelson Mandella, Katherine Hepburn, Abraham Lincoln
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
I want to be sure that I know a business before I look at it with my online glasses. I want to understand your business and what you need before I try to map out something for the virtual world. It is a matter of making sure that there is an alignment of the business and the direction it is going – both on- and off-line.
What would you do if you could have any job in the world?
Own a green house.
What are your favorite TV shows?
True Blood, 60 Minutes, Grimm
Favorite authors?
Bill Bryson, David Sedaris
Got any industry experience?
A lil'. I've worked in system development for almost twenty years and Interactive since 1998.
Are you of Irish ancestry?
Yes, I actually am. I even had red curly hair as a child through grade school.
 Heidi Dolan
Online Manager
A little about Heidi
Where are you from?
Braham, MN
Name your three favorite musicians.
Prince, Annie Lennox, Freddie Mercury
What are your favorite sports teams?
All of the teams my boys play on.
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
It means that our focus will always be on creating an online site to support a business process, not forcing a business process to fit into an online cookie cutter site.
What would you do if you could have any job in the world?
Own a Bait shop/Convenience store on the shore of a lake.
What did you do before coming to Irish Titan?
Worked for the State of MN at the Department of Employment and Economic Development
Batman or Superman?
Superman
Are you of Irish ancestry?
Yes, Irish, Swedish and Norwegian mostly.
 Liza Huber
Online Manager
A little about Liza
Where are you from?
Chanhassen, MN
Name three people--dead or alive--with whom you'd like to have dinner.
Oprah, My Grandma Betty, Jesus
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
It means that we take the time to learn about a client and their business and how online can help facilitate their business goals. It is about creating a personal relationship with the client so they know we have their best interest in mind and will recommend online options accordingly.
What are your favorite TV shows?
Revenge, Downton Abbey, The League, Castle, The Bachelor (I do Fantasy Bachelor, like Fantasy Football)
Favorite movies?
The Little Mermaid/just about any Disney movie, Amélie, Country Strong, Any dancing or inspirational sports movie
Favorite quotes?
"Work like you don't need the money, love like you've never been hurt, and dance like no one's watching"; "Be the change you wish to see in the world" - Gandhi
Batman or Superman?
Wonder Woman
Are you of Irish ancestry.
German and a little English, but Irish on March 17th.
 Annyetta Keefe
Online Manager
A little about Annyetta
What's your educational background?
Graduated from University of St. Thomas with a degree in Entrepreneurship.
Who's the most famous person you've ever met?
Ruby Bridges
Describe your family status.
Engaged! To be married sometime in 2014.
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
It means that we build partnerships to truly understand our clients' business needs in order to distinguish what "success" means to their business. Online is our "how" in providing solutions to enhance their businesses goals.
Favorite movies?
Sound of Music, The Ugly Truth, and Despicable Me
Favorite quotes?
"You don't have to see the whole staircase, to take the first step"~MLK
What did you do before coming to Irish Titan?
I was able to experience the client side of what we do here at Irish Titan, while working for a tech startup in town.
Are you of Irish ancestry.
According to Google I am! "The name Keefe originally appeared in Gaelic as "O Caoimh," which is derived from the word "caomh," which means "gentle."
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 Matt Schnell
Creative Director
A little about Matt
Where are you from?
Crystal, Minnesota.
What's your educational background?
B.A. in Communication Design.
Who's the most famous person you've ever met?
Jesse "The Governor" Ventura.
Name three people, dead or living, with whom you'd like to have dinner.
Gordon Ramsey, Fred Bear and Steve Jobs.
Describe your family status.
Engaged.
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
It's all about doing what's best for the client to sell their service or product. Then, we figure out how to do that online.
What would you do if you could have any job in the world?
I'd design Lego sets. Yes. Legos.
Favorite movies?
Lord of the Rings, Jeremiah Johnson, Superbad.
Favorite Quotes?
"I'm here all week" and "My uncle's friend Mark"
Got any industry awards?
I forget
Are you of Irish ancestry?
Of course.
 Derek Farder
Web Designer
A little about Derek
Where are you from?
The hamlet of Oak Grove, north of the Cities.
What's your educational background?
Five years at the U, studying English, Art, and Design.
Who's the most famous person you've ever met?
Me, every time I look in the mirror.
Name your three favorite musicians.
Freddie Mercury, Colin Meloy and Maynard James Keenan.
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
Our first priority is to create a successful business with our client, ensuring we deliver what they need to succeed, with no filler.
What would you do if you could have any job in the world?
Hoverboard tester. They have those, right?
What are your favorite TV shows?
30 Rock, Archer, Jon Benjamin has a Van.
Favorite authors?
Kurt Vonnegut, hands down.
Batman or Superman?
Batman. He actually worked for his superhero status.
Are you of Irish ancestry.
I'm made up mostly of a mix of Irish and Scottish ancestry. Probably royalty.
 Kristina Tuma
Web Designer
A little about Kristina
Where are you from?
Alexandria, MN
Name your three favorite musicians.
Aw man, just three? I tend to listen to The Avett Brothers, Jack Johnson, and Zac Brown Band the most.
Name three people--dead or alive--with whom you'd like to have dinner.
My mom's dad –because I never got the chance to meet him, and Will Ferrell because I know all I would be doing is laughing hysterically the whole time. Can't think of a third…
What does "Business First, Online Second" mean to you?
It means making your website successful is our number one priority.
What are your favorite TV shows?
New Girl, It's always Sunny in Philadelphia, Dexter, Arrested Development
Favorite quotes?
It's actually a song lyric, but same thing. "Living in the moment with the friends I love" -Mason Jennings
Got any industry awards?
I won an Addy Award in college (high five!)
What did you do before coming to Irish Titan?
I worked as a graphic designer at Tastefully Simple in Alexandria right out of college and then spent the next five years at ShopNBC in Eden Prairie.
Are you of Irish ancestry?
Not at all, but we can say I am.
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