Our Team
Meet Your Marketing Team
We’re committed to putting your firm in the Spotlight. In order to make you unforgettable and stand out from your competitors, we pride ourselves on responsive, proactive client service. Meet our rockstar team below, and click here to learn more about our story!
Schedule a Consultation
Marc Cerniglia
Owner of Spotlight Branding
Marc is a founding partner at Spotlight Branding. He is passionate about helping professionals understand the truths and myths about internet marketing, and educating them on how to get the most out of their marketing efforts. He is a proud graduate of UCF and earned his Master’s Degree in Business & Marketing.
More
Ben Sarver
Vice President
Ben leads and manages our sales and marketing team. He is in charge of all strategic decision making for new marketing initiatives, as well as oversees the direction of the company. Ben graduated from Davidson College and played a season of professional football in Germany before moving to Hawai’i where he worked as a travel writer for a couple of years. He now resides in Charlotte with his wife, young daughter, and infant son. Ben is a major sports fan and also enjoys traveling, history, fishing, golfing, and spending time at the beach.
More
Megan Beaver
Director of Client Services
Megan leads our Operations team. Her responsibility is to ensure clients receive outstanding services and content from the Operations team, creating an ongoing relationship and success for clients. A North Carolina local and a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Megan resides in Belmont with her husband and two daughters. In her free time, she enjoys running, tackling home projects, and reading the newest title on her book bucket list.
More
John Hinson
Editorial Director
John is our office wizard and oversees all of the media we produce on Spotlight Insider. A graduate of East Carolina University, John spends his free time writing (he’s published 20 books!), playing drums, and hiking to waterfalls.
More
Brittany Dierdorff
Administrative Director
Brittany graduated from Towson University with a degree in Public Relations and Communications. She is originally from Central New Jersey but lived in Baltimore, MD, for the past seven years. She just moved to Waxhaw, NC, with her husband and is excited to start establishing roots here. She enjoys traveling, cooking, and exploring the city for the best food and drink spots!
More
Jana Eatman
Business Development Manager
Jana is most likely the first person you’ll talk to if you’re interested in working with Spotlight Branding. She guides business owners through what we do and how we do it to determine if our services are a good fit for their firm. She graduated from UNC Charlotte, where she pole vaulted and threw javelin for the Charlotte Track and Field team. When she’s not at work, she coaches a local club volleyball team and plays in occasional tournaments herself. Jana also enjoys mountain biking, visiting local breweries, and cooking up a mean steak (medium rare, of course).
More
Anna Casey
Lead Account Manager
Anna specializes in creating a powerful online brand identity for our clients. She is passionate about helping clients create a brand that is genuine and personal to them and their firm. Anna graduated from Abilene Christian University with a bachelor’s degree in Advertising and a Business minor. She is a proud military wife and is stationed in Fort Campbell. Her favorite place in the world is Stellenbosch, South Africa, where she met her husband, Nate. When she is not working, she is likely snuggling or traveling with her 2 Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs, Rooi and Goose.
More
Sofia Prestia
Account Manager
Sofia is a dedicated individual who is motivated by client satisfaction and ensuring that her clients' visions are met in harmony with the most effective marketing strategy. Originally a New York City-native, Sofia graduated from Baruch College with a Bachelor's degree in Corporate Communication and Psychology. She is passionate about traveling, experiencing other cultures and learning new languages! She speaks English and Spanish, is proficient in Italian, and is learning Portuguese, Japanese, and French.
More
Macey Holden
Account Manager
Macey is focused on developing and maintaining impactful brand awareness for our clients. She was born and raised in Western North Carolina, where she later graduated from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations. Macey recently moved to the Charlotte area and is eager to explore all that the city has to offer. In her free time, she enjoys traveling with friends, trying new restaurants, and hanging out with her dog, Bella.
More
Eddie Dzialo
Copywriter
Eddie is a writer for Spotlight Branding. After graduating from the University of New Hampshire in 2006, he joined the United States Marine Corps. For the next four years, Eddie served as an infantry officer in the 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion and completed tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. Upon leaving, Eddie earned a Master of Fine Arts in writing and published his first short story. When he’s not writing, he sits on Lake Norman while sipping espresso and listening to Dave Matthews.
More
Mike Speiser
Copywriter
After graduating from Winthrop University in 2020, Mike joined the Spotlight Branding team as a writer. He enjoys writing content that is both engaging and informative. His writing is influenced by philosophy, and in his free time he enjoys reading the works of Foucault, Camus, and many others. Whenever he’s not brushing up on philosophy, Mike enjoys watching art films and eating as much cajun food as he can get his hands on.
More
Dylan Stebbins
Copywriter
Dylan is a creative writer who leads with the reader in mind. He's been writing professionally since he was 16; fine-tuning a voice that connects with readers and clients through facts and consideration. When Dylan is not writing he's often reading, hiking, or watching and playing sports. As a graduate of St. Bonaventure University and Western New York native, conversations with him often end with "Go Bills!"
More
Mike Pelletier
Social Media Manager
Mike has a passion for social media and everything it has to offer. Growing up, he was always interested in creating and showcasing his work. It started with a curiosity in photography, which enabled him to take photos for sporting events, engagement events, and model portfolios. All of these skills came together when he discovered his passion for social media, which led him to work on different social media projects including branding, content creation, and organic growth. When he is not working, he loves spending time with his family and raising his twins to be Rams, Canes, and Yankees fans.
More
Lily Rodriguez
Editorial Assistant
Lily has passion for design and marketing. She graduated from the Universidad de México with a bachelor's degree in Industrial Design and Marketing. When she's not creating awesome graphics and materials for us, she enjoys traveling, cooking, and watching the San Francisco 49ers.
More
Fanny Cohen
Operations Assistant
Fanny is our operations assistant. She’s in charge of creating graphics, publishing content and ensuring quality of the output. After graduating with a Master’s degree in Marketing and Communications in France, her country of origin, Fanny has worked in Marketing in Paris, New York City and Barcelona. She proudly speaks 3 languages (French, English and Spanish) and is passionate about understanding other cultures. She now lives on the Pacific coast of México with her husband where she enjoys reading, taking pictures, traveling (especially in a van), doing yoga, hiking, and snuggling with her dog Nola.
More
