Thomas Forgione - President, Marketing Director & Chief of Customer Happiness

Experience:
Thomas grew up in family owned businesses, from retail companies in business since 1902 to successful bars and restaurants. He is a marketing professional with over 20 years experience which includes over 14 Years of Website design and marketing experience.

In addition to being the founder, he has been an instructor at Ocean County College since 1998 where he teaches: Marketing classes, Web Master Certificate, Web Design, Web Site Marketing and Social Networking to name a few. He is also a seminar speaker and author.

When Tom first started the company in 1995 it was just a website design and hosting company. But since then it has grown into a full service advertising agency. He never dreamed that $1,500 and a 486 Compaq computer (with a 9600 baud modem) would turn into the company it is today. He always says "I could never have done it without the help of many very talented people".

Below are just some of the current members of our team.

Glenn Foster - Art Director

Experience:
Glenn Foster is an established Art Director of Web Alliance International, Inc who began his career as a package designer, typesetter, presentation graphics artist and a senior graphic designer.  With over 25 years of experience in Graphic Design, from using a T-square in the 80's to Creative Suite software in the present, he guides his team to providing quality and consistent work. His goal is to make sure that the clients branding is consistent throughout all materials, whether it be colors, type, composition, photography or correct use of the logo.

With an A.A.S in Visual Communications Technology and a Bachelors of Art in Advertising Design from Trenton State College he strives for perfection in his work. He continues to advance his knowledge in the design field through seminars, books and various web sites. An Award Winning designer with over twenty awards in the last three years from American Graphic Design Awards is a testament of his dedication to his clients.

Whether it is a doodle or a publication, he gives it his utmost thought and consideration.

Ben - Graphic Designer / Illustrator

Experience:
Ben Douglass is a creative professional with a passion for art and design. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Seton Hall University in 2007 with a BA in graphic design and advertising art.

He specializes in print and interactive design, as well as digital and traditional illustration.

Rick - Copywriter

Experience:
Rick has more than ten years experience in building brands through compelling advertising and marketing.

Aside from his extensive work in advertising agencies throughout New York and New Jersey, he has also worked in the marketing departments for global online brands like DoubleClick and Yahoo! His knowledge of multi-channel marketing strategies and best practices help Web Alliance International clients increase their brand’s presence and sales.

Alex - Lead Programmer

Experience:
Alex has over 15 years experience in advanced programming including ASP.NET, PHP, Database Design and Implementation, Ecommerce, Custom Applications, Custom Shopping Carts, Customer Membership Applications, Banner Ad Programming, etc.