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We’re the fun guys (and gals)

We’re a friendly, creative, collaborative group of individuals. We embrace all ideas, and we’ll also tell you if your baby is ugly (in a nice way).

Ryan Forrest

CEO

Ryan Forrest

Ryan is a hands-on CEO who enjoys spearheading new company initiatives and growth as well as jumping in on sales calls and the occasional client planning session. He is a proud father, husband, brother, son, uncle and all around 'fun' guy.

Lyndee Pfaffenbach

Digital Marketing Strategist

Lyndee Pfaffenbach

Digital Marketing Strategist

Lyndee is our resident data storyteller and marketing strategy wizard. She helps clients turn confusing marketing metrics into "aha!" moments. When not conjuring up creative ideas, she's a mom of two, wife, and homesteader who wrangles chickens and kneads sourdough.

Mary Beth Wortham

Senior Project Manager

Mary Beth Wortham

As our senior project manager, Mary Beth is the kite-flyer of the group. She is the one who helps keep us all on track and makes sure projects get done on time and with excellence. She is a military wife, has the cutest son in the world, and is always ready to try a new craft.

Jordan Lacenski

Director of Marketing

Jordan Lacenski

Jordan is the big-picture thinker of the group, constantly connecting dots, spotting opportunities, and turning creative sparks into real strategy. A proud "jill of all trades," she thrives where storytelling, marketing, and community building collide.

A Greensboro boomerang who found her way back home, Jordan balances client work with two busy kids and a 115-pound pitbull who missed the memo about his size. She's always chasing the next idea worth building.

Amanda Wallace

Senior Digital & Web Designer

Amanda Wallace

Amanda is an experienced web and digital designer who has worked with a wide range of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to emerging tech startups. She blends thoughtful visual design with a strong understanding of front-end development to create user experiences that are both intuitive and effective.

Outside of work, she loves oil painting, traveling with her partner and hitting the trails with her dog, Meeka.

Julie McGrew-Ayres

Technical Marketing Strategist

Julie McGrew-Ayres

This Fun Gal provides technical website support by day and pursues dead people (sometimes live ones) by night (she's a genealogist, so...).

Ryan Bowles

Head of Growth

Ryan Bowles

Ryan drives growth at Fungi, connecting our work with the right clients. With 15+ years in sales, he brings energy, focus, and just enough hustle to turn momentum into results. Outside the office, he's a proud girl dad of three, backyard chef, and pickleball competitor.

Jerrayah Dawson

Video Production

Jerrayah Dawson

Dawson is a Video Editor and Product Designer, inspired by how things work and driven by why they matter to people. Raised in NYC, Dawson admires the creative process behind products people use and experience.

Emma Boggs

Copywriting

Emma Boggs

Emma is a professional copywriter who helps brands connect with their target audience in a voice, tone, and style that reflect their unique identity and goals. Drawing from her strong writing background and passion for all things creative, she crafts innovative concepts and compelling copy for clients that serve a wide range of industries.

Brady Tibbits

Paid Search

Brady Tibbits

Brady has been in the paid ad space for over 9 years. He's managed ad accounts as large as $900K a month in various industries. Brady currently resides in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Outside of getting ads to perform, he enjoys spending time with family, trying new restaurants and cheering on his favorite sports teams.

Vicky Xie

Website Design

Vicky Xie

Vicky is a designer and creative partner who helps brands bring clarity and personality to their visual identity and digital presence. She specialises in clean, thoughtful design across web, print, and brand. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring new places and spending time with family.

Lauren Vaughn

Social Media Specialist

Lauren Vaughn

Lauren is a Social Media Specialist with more than 14 years of experience helping brands grow their online presence through strategic content, audience engagement, social media advertising, and community building. She is passionate about creating meaningful connections between brands and their audiences through authentic storytelling, creative content, and data-driven strategy.

Lauren holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and a Master of Arts in Creative Writing from Arizona State University. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys playing golf, traveling, and spending time at the beach with her husband.

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