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WE ARE OUR PEOPLE
The most complex technology in the world alone won't connect your business to your customers. It’s the people behind FCV that go out of their way to research industries, develop insightful interactions, and push boundaries to connect users and business goals. It's humanizing technology.
We care about what motivates people. We develop real insight into what motivates your customers. This helps us predict, align and add value to your interactions with them.
So, what motivates you?
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John StarkePresident & CEOView Profile
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Derek WhyteVP Client ServicesView Profile
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Warren AnthonyVP User ExperienceView Profile
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Marcia StarkeVP Human ResourcesView Profile
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Steve ParkVP Digital StrategyView Profile
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Lothar BoenschVP Business DevelopmentView Profile
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Simon HardySenior Creative DirectorView Profile
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Tarmo TammarkTechnical DirectorView Profile
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Rob SpofforthArt DirectorView Profile
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XJohn StarkePresident & CEOJohn founded FCV as an interactive and digital marketing agency in 2005 with the goal of helping companies connect their brands with their customers using technology and innovation to drive results.
Before FCV, John was Director of Business Development at Expedia while it rose to become a global brand and where he played a key role in the creation and growth of the private label technology platform. Previous to joining Expedia, John worked in the United States as Business Development Manager at Amdocs, formerly Qpass, where he led business development efforts within the mobile and interactive television business unit. Prior to joining Amdocs John was a strategy consultant at Accenture.
John holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Computer Information Systems from the University of Colorado and is a member of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization. He was recently recognized in Vancouver’s Top 40 Under Forty, and his leadership and philanthropic endeavours earned FCV a Community Leadership Award from the British Columbia Technology Industry Association in 2010.
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XDerek WhyteVP Client ServicesDerek is responsible for client services, including creating best-in-class project management processes and ensuring well measured project delivery. He matches the often complex business needs of our clients’ with the right fulfilment resources at the right time.
Before FCV, Derek was a Project Manager for Blast Radius. Previous to joining Blast Radius, Derek worked for Stockgroup. He has long supported the Drupal community and also led our certification efforts with a variety of Content Management Systems and other technologies. Derek has successfully delivered large-scale projects for brands including the Canadian Tourism Commission, Electronic Arts, Nike, Sun Life Financial, TELUS and TransLink.
Derek holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems from the University of the Fraser Valley.
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XWarren AnthonyVP User ExperienceWarren is responsible for user experience design process and creative output, with expertise in usability engineering and digital interaction design. He is a big picture thinker with an eye for fine details.
Before FCV, Warren was Senior Project Manager in the United Kingdom at Tribal DDB London where helped deliver richly creative integrated campaigns which scooped D&AD pencils, a W3 Best in Show and a Cannes Gold Lion. Warren is a member of ACM and a regular speaker on the topic of user experience. He has worked on large scale projects for clients such as Hasbro, Nike, Phillips, RBC Royal Bank, Scotiabank and Volkswagen.
Warren holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Software Systems for the Arts and Media from University of Hertfordshire.
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XMarcia StarkeVP Human ResourcesMarcia is responsible for the human resources function at FCV, with particular expertise in career development, employee benefits program administration and talent acquisition. She is passionate about our culture and the smart people who work here.
With a successful and solid background as a lifestyle model and running her own agency, Marcia works closely with the studio team to connect with quality commercial print and video talent for clients requiring lifestyle, commercial print, video and stock photography. Her experience includes work with clients such as BC Hydro, Best Buy Canada, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, McDonald’s and TELUS World of Science.
Through her experience in front of the camera to the network of contacts behind the lens, Marcia brings with her a wealth of knowledge, a keen sense of sourcing top talent, and above all, helps seek out, grow and retain our skilled employees.
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XSteve ParkVP Digital StrategySteve is responsible for leading digital strategy for a range of client strategy engagements that include online campaign planning and optimization, social media marketing, customer relationship management, content planning and consumer research for B2B and B2C projects.
Before FCV, Steve was Director of Digital Strategy at Blast Radius. Previous to joining Blast Radius, Steve was Director of Online Marketing at Electronic Arts. He has served as President of the British Columbia Association of Integrated Marketers and taught Customer Relationship Management & Data Mining at the University of British Columbia. Steve’s account experience includes a wide range of projects for brands including Direct TV, Microsoft, Nike, Intrawest, Starbucks and TELUS.
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XLothar BoenschVP Business DevelopmentLothar is responsible for managing new business acquisition for FCV, with particular expertise in new business acquisition, campaign management, client management and digital strategy. He structures complex projects with a focus on building long-term relationships.
Before FCV, Lothar was Senior Director of Business Development at Blast Radius where he opened their Amsterdam office and worked with clients such as Heineken, Starbucks, Vodafone. Lothar is able to deconstruct challenging business issues and develop pragmatic and effective solutions for clients. His focus and determination to get the job done right has generated significant opportunities and revenue for brands such as the Canadian Tourism Commission, Lufthansa, Microsoft, Nintendo and Shaw.
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XSimon HardySenior Creative DirectorSimon Hardy is responsible for developing FCV’s creative product for clients, leading and inspiring teams to arrive at creative solutions that engage customers and deliver results.
Before FCV, Simon was a Creative Director at Blast Radius where he led breakthrough creative work for world-famous brands including Starbucks, Nike and lululemon athletica. Specializing in immersive brand experiences that drive exceptional client results, Simon's passion for creative excellence has earned him recognition from some of the most prestigious award shows in the industry, including D&AD, Cannes, FWA and the Webbys.
Simon holds a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design and Advertising from Buckinghamshire New University in the UK.
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XTarmo TammarkTechnical DirectorTarmo is responsible for driving and developing technology strategy and execution for FCV’s clients, with particular expertise in translating business requirements into an executable approach that delivers on business goals.
Before FCV, Tarmo was Senior .Net/Database Developer for Stockgroup Media Inc. where he developed and maintained financial web apps for banks, brokerages and media sites. As our Technical Director, Tarmo brings a long history of solving problems and creating interaction forums using technologies such as ASP, ASP.NET and SQL Server. His track record of success includes having helped deliver award-winning work for brands like the Canadian Tourism Commission, TransLink and Shaw.
Tarmo holds a Web Development Certificate from Corporate Communications Training College and is currently completing a Diploma in Computer Systems at BCIT.
"Technical issue? No problem! Let’s find a solution."
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XRob SpofforthArt DirectorRob is responsible for overseeing the artistic design of projects, with particular expertise in brand development and targeted communications. He uses design to optimize interactions with our clients’ target users and ensure FCV delivers engaging, results-oriented creative for clients’ brands.
Before FCV, Rob was Creative Director at several companies where he worked on a variety of large-scale projects for clients like Starbucks, Motorola and Electronic Arts. As a member of the Advisory Board at Capilano University, he applies his knowledge of current web standards and emerging technologies to ensure curriculum remains at the industry’s forefront. Rob has been published in many magazines and design books, and has been recognized by Communication Arts, Applied Arts and the W3 Awards.
Rob is a Graduate of the Design and Illustration program at Capilano University.
"Good design tells a story that language can't."
SERVICES
FCV’s digital services are based on the creation of customer experiences that consider the needs of your audience, the objectives of the business, and the unique characteristics of your brand. We have an outstanding team of industry leading technologists across many facets of interactive web and application development, and a creative studio for developing original content to tell your story.
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We support our community
We appreciate the employees, suppliers and partners who help us to improve the community in which we live, work and create.
This motivation helps achieve the results for our community partners that we're so proud of - and we couldn't do it without you!
Join Us
As one of BC’s top 10 interactive agencies, we’re regularly trusted with short turnaround or large scale projects. So we’re always looking for great people to join our team.
Check out our available positions and our work environment right away. Social media fanatics welcome.