Matt grew up in Panama City before moving to Tallahassee to attend the Florida State University, where he studied political science. Since co-founding SDS in 2014, Matt has directed a team of talented professionals that use cutting-edge digital media tactics to deliver industry-leading results. He began his career as a government affairs consultant, where he worked for seven years managing legislative priorities and advocacy initiatives for corporate and trade association clients across a variety of industries. This experience brings logic and business planning to the SDS team.

Matt met President Reagan multiple times.

Joe earned a bachelor's degree in Communications at the University of North Florida and masters degree in Applied American Politics and Public Policy at the Florida State University. His innate sense of business, political, and digital trends guides the SDS team to success. Prior to starting SDS, Joe worked in the Florida legislature as a legislative aide and at the Republican Party of Florida as the digital director of RPOF House Majority.

Joe’s book recommendation for everyone: “Win Bigly” by Scott Adams

Rebecca is from Orlando, FL and attended the University of Central Florida. She worked for the Florida Legislature for two years and joined the SDS team in January 2017. She executes a large variety of tasks and works closely with the clients to ensure they are getting the best possible service.

Rebecca’s hobbies include eating chicken nuggets, walking around in socks, and cuddling her nieces and nephews.

Nipa joined the SDS team in May of 2018, and ever since our design game has increased tenfold! Her award-winning experience helps to ensure all design aspects of a project are carried out with thoughtful and creative strategy. Nipa attended the University of Arizona which led her to career opportunities with companies such as Sony Pictures Entertainment and E! Networks, and has worked with clients such as Disney, Summit Entertainment, and Twentieth Century Fox.

In her free time, she enjoys doodling, having dance parties with her daughter, Aria, and baking!

Since joining the SDS team in 2017, Kyle has honed in on his creative skills to become our  Multimedia Producer. He handles video production, podcast production, web content and more. He is an optimistic problem solver that is a crucial component to our production crew.

Kyle enjoys music with a message and soul, a well produced podcast, and tinkering on his Harley.

Sara’s diverse professional background includes knowledge and skills which allow her to focus on the daily operations of SDS. After earning her bachelor degree in Political Science and Criminal Justice from the University of South Carolina, Sara continued her education by obtaining her Associate in General Insurance designation and her certification in Governance, Risk Management and Compliance Professional.  At this time, she is in process of completing her Associate in Risk Management designation. Sara’s background as an insurance analyst and mortgage loan officer taught her the importance of how excellent customer service, teamwork and attention to detail contribute to maintaining the high standards inherent to SDS.

Sara’s book recommendation to everyone is A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson.