Meet Big Storm
We're a full-service marketing agency that brings strategy, creativity, and technical expertise together to solve business challenges. From building brands to creating websites and campaigns that perform, we connect the dots between where you are and where you want to go. Based in Bozeman, Montana, we've been helping organizations across the country make smarter marketing moves since 2008.
Our Purpose
We built Big Storm on the belief that great marketing should come with an equally great experience. We're here to make a meaningful difference for our clients and the people they serve. That starts with treating people with respect, taking pride in our work, challenging ourselves to find better ways, and building relationships that last. We believe the best kind of success is one everyone can share.
Our Values Define Our Work
Respect For All
We listen, value people’s contributions, and do what we say we will do.
Create Great Experiences & Value
We build strong relationships while creating work that delivers real value.
Take Great Care
We think ahead, support one another, and take responsibility for doing the work well.
Find a Better Way
We keep learning and improving to make the work better for everyone involved.
We All Win
We work as one team, value every voice, and share in each other’s success.
Our Team
Our team brings together different talents and perspectives, all working toward the same goal: doing great work for our clients. We’re creative thinkers and problem-solvers who genuinely care about the work and the people behind it. We challenge ideas, learn from each other, and have fun along the way.
Drew Schug
Principal
Rooted in Bozeman Montana, Drew Schug is a digital marketer and strategic web designer who helps clients develop long-term vision and the necessary short-term tactics to achieve their marketing and sales goals. He brings over 16 years of business building and cost-saving experience to the projects he is involved with. Drew has worked with Fortune 500/publicly traded organizations as well as individual attorneys, real estate organizations, educational institutions, and side-by-side with marketing agencies. His diverse experience has ingrained in him the importance of measurable results and value creation that carries through to his interaction with each client. (more about Drew Schug...)
Matt Konen
Director of Client Success & Account Manager
Matt Konen is a Technical Marketer at Big Storm, LLC. Since he joined Big Storm’s team of marketing professionals in 2011, he has excelled in delivering and executing digital marketing strategies for clients, applying his experience in PPC marketing, SEO, content writing, data analysis, and social media marketing to help clients achieve their business goals. (more about Matt Konen...)
Emily Gunderson
Director of Humans & Project Manager
Since joining Big Storm, Emily has worn many hats, bringing her creative background and passion for people together in her current roles as Director of Humans and Account Manager. With years of experience in design, project management, and client relationships, she brings a unique perspective to everything she does. Throughout her time at Big Storm, Emily has collaborated with a wide variety of clients, helping bring brands, websites, campaigns, and creative ideas to life. Her eye for design, attention to detail, and ability to see both the big picture and the little things help keep projects moving and clients happy. (more...)
Katherine (Katie) Sandau
Digital Experience & Technical Design Lead
Katie enjoys spending time outside with her family and friends. She can also be found curled up with a good book, cuddling her two dogs. She brings her positive attitude and love of design into everything she does, creating websites, emails, and more for Big Storm. Originally from Red Lodge, Montana, Katie is an alumna of Montana State University with a BFA in Graphic Design and a minor in small business and entrepreneurship.
Tory Kirkeby
Graphic Designer
Originally from Helena, Montana, Tory received his BFA in Graphic Design at Montana State University. He brings his positivity and kind-hearted nature to Big Storm every day. Tory loves playing with bold colors, imagery, and typography to create fresh, unexpected designs. In his free time, Tory enjoys making pixel art, relaxing with his dog in the park, and cuddling with his two cats.
Jason Strand
Multimedia Designer
Jason is a graduate from Montana State University with a BFA in Graphic Design. Jason lived most of his life in Canada before moving to Montana, where he found a passion for illustration and other graphic design mediums. He enjoys taking up new programs and figuring out how to apply them to his design tools. In his free time, you can find Jason reading comics, drawing, and playing video games with friends. He is excited to be part of the Big Storm team.
Sean Welder
Developer
Originally windswept in the arctic plains of North Dakota, the studious ermine Sean Welder has been doing web development long enough to know what a "Netscape" is. He brings his sense of Wonder and Invention to the technical tasks at hand to conjure improved website functionality and presentation to the delight of the masses. When he is not deconstructing 3rd party code to add that "one more thing" he enjoys herding cats at his home ranch (which is just a house full of cats).
Eryn Dyk
Content Manager & Senior Copywriter
Armed with her keen eye for strategy and a passion for editing, Eryn heads Big Storm’s content team. She enjoys finding fresh methods for combining sharp web design with storytelling to better connect with readers. Eryn graduated from MSU Bozeman with a BA in English-Writing, and honed her skills in legal marketing and copywriting before joining Big Storm. In her free time, Eryn enjoys adding new books to her ever-growing library, hiking, and trying her hand at yet another artsy project.
Dean Tsandes
Digital Paid Media Manager
Dean’s hunger to learn led him to Big Storm. He graduated from Montana State University in 2022 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Marketing and immediately came onboard to grow the digital marketing team. Dean loves finding solutions to the constantly evolving puzzle of advertising and marketing technology. Dean was born and raised in Park City, Utah, where he developed a love for skiing and mountain biking. In his free time, you will find Dean lapping the ridge at Bridger Bowl or biking through the Bridger Foothills.
Maggie Summers
Marketing Account Strategist
Maggie brings strategic thinking and a get-it-done attitude to her work at Big Storm. As a Marketing Strategist, she has a knack for seeing the big picture, asking the right questions, and turning complex challenges into actionable plans. Beyond strategy, Maggie brings a fun personality and genuine enthusiasm for the people she works with. Outside of work, she enjoys getting outdoors and collecting new hobbies.
PEOPLE ♥ BIG STORM
Big Storm was essential in helping us update our website. We focused on making our new website user-friendly, modern, and convenient. Big Storm exceeded our expectations on all fronts. Their knowledge of SEO and PPC has given us a newfound confidence in our website placement and keyword prioritization. We would highly recommend the Big Storm team.
Big Storm has been wonderful to work with. They have a very professional and helpful staff. In addition, they have ensured that we have a strong online presence in the Bozeman area and have really taken the time to design us a beautiful, user-friendly website. Our patients, both new and established, have commented positively on our website. We have been able to increase our client base, allowing us to serve more patients. I highly recommend Big Storm Marketing to anyone needing their services. -Bozeman Clinic PLLP
