Leadership

Jason Therrien is a founder, investor, board member and civic volunteer. He’s started several businesses since 1997, including thunder::tech, the leading full service marketing agency for midsize brands. Today, that business serves clients coast to coast with offices around the Great Lakes in Cleveland, Toledo, Detroit and Chicago. They specialize in brand strategy, marketing, web development and communications. 

His experience includes creating integrated marketing strategies for clients ranging from Six Flags, Life Fitness, USA Track and Field, Parker Hannifin and many more. 

thunder::tech has been awarded a place on the Inc. Magazine 5000 list of the fastest growing companies in America five times and Therrien has also been recognized in Crain’s Cleveland Business 150 names to know, multiple times. He has been quoted in USA Today, AdAge, Time, Crain's and other media outlets on various marketing topics.

After over 15 years in marketing agency life and almost a decade at thunder::tech, J.P. Krainz is a bonafide expert on managing client relationships. He specializes in setting strategic direction for the thunder::tech team of account and project managers while focusing on continuous improvement in customer satisfaction through process, iteration and education. J.P. received his BSBA from John Carroll University and M.B.A. from Cleveland State University. When not making client’s dreams come true, he volunteers with LakewoodAlive, a community-centered nonprofit that fosters and sustains vibrant neighborhoods.

The OG of thunder::tech, Bruce has been a part of the team for nearly 20 years. While he started as a humble developer, Bruce now leads initiatives for new business and overall client strategies.  Bruce is a graduate of the Cleveland Bridge Builders Class of 2018. He is actively involved in The Carter Nedley Foundation, an organization that provides support to children, caregivers and families affected by cancer in Northeast Ohio. Bruce has a Bachelors of Business Administration with a Major In Management of Information Systems from Ohio University.

He has experience with charting digital sales and marketing strategies for B2B, DTC and everything in between.

He as worked with global Fortune 500s, regional leaders, small businesses, non-profits as well many mid-sized brands looking to accelerate growth.

Throughout his career, Marc has accumulated nearly 20 total years of experience executing and perfecting operational excellence across several different industries. He joined thunder::tech in 2011 and now serves as Vice President of Operations where he oversees all agency activities, business initiatives, and processes. Marc has a "You Are Your Own Business" mentality and “Easy on People, Tough on Results” philosophy. He never looks back, always forward. When Marc isn’t working through his treasure trove of Excel sheets evaluating finances, forecasts and business growth, he’s coaching thunder::tech leadership or telling bad jokes that elicit the grandest of eye rolls. Marc earned his BSAS from Youngstown State University.

Abi is the Director of Communications at thunder::tech, where she leads a team specializing in performance marketing, advertising, social media, content and public relations.

Since joining thunder::tech in 2020, Abi has leveraged her extensive agency experience, including work with Top 10 Casual-Dining Chains and numerous DTC and B2B brands, to drive impactful communication strategies for our clients. While her background includes deep expertise in organic and paid social media and influencer marketing, she oversees the integrated efforts of her team across all communication channels.

Abi earned a BS in Public Communication Studies and Public Relations from Kent State University (Go Flashes!) and continues her education on the job every day.

Outside of work, Abi explores local coffee shops, stays up-to-date on all things pop culture, is passionate about social justice causes and spends time with her one-eyed St. Bernard-Poodle mix, Kirby, and her cat, Mabel.

Jerry has been a part of thunder::tech since the launch of the first iPhone (seriously!). From navigating the birth of the mobile era to leading the multifaceted Development Department in launching websites week after week, his 14 years at thunder::tech have been nothing short of a wild ride. Jerry regularly brings together a team of developers to create websites for clients that push the boundaries and change their businesses for the better. When he’s not working on developing web-based applications, he can be found coaching and mentoring teammates. Jerry was the recipient of the 2020 thunder::tech Williams Award, a recognition of excellence in exemplifying thunder::tech’s core values, and has a Bachelors of Computer Science degree from Hiram College. 

Kelly has been a cornerstone of thunder::tech account success for 10 years. With a Bachelors of Business Administration and Marketing from Cleveland State University, Kelly is well suited for managing new business acquisition and formulating marketing service solutions. While her creative and strategic focus is on business growth, Kelly is also involved with thunder::tech’s volunteer and philanthropy committee, which is focused on making an impact in our community. Outside of the office, Kelly also gives her time to the National MS Society. 

Joe joined the thunder::tech team in 2010, bringing a natural flair for creativity and a BFA from Kent State University. Today, he leads the Design Team and helps lead the Creative Department, guiding the digital, print and creative writing work needed to bring clients’ design and brand strategy dreams to life. During his time at thunder::tech, Joe has won several Addy awards through the American Advertising Federation, Cleveland Chapter, for brand identity, packaging and website work. He and a larger team have also designed almost 100 websites that have won Xperience by Kentico's Site of the Month Award, and one that won Site of the Year in 2018. When Joe isn’t studying the best angle for a new brand logo or choosing the most impactful colors for a new website, he can be found getting inspiration for his next project through his many travels and outdoor adventures.