ABOUT URBAN EMU
We use technology, creativity, and communication to improve the human experience.
Impacting the Way Humans Live.
Our mission is to impact the way humans live by creating experiences that enrich, enlighten, and empower. We believe thoughtful design and purposeful innovation can transform lives and drive positive change in the world. At Urban Emu, we are committed to making that vision a reality, one experience at a time.
Urban Emu is more than an experience agency; we pioneer purpose-driven design. Through our unique Purpose-Centered Design approach, we define clear intentions, align our efforts with user needs, and measure our impact meticulously. Our dedication to blending creativity with technology enables us to create extraordinary experiences that leave a lasting impression and make a meaningful difference in the way humans live.
We are the people delivering positive impact through technology, creativity and communication.
Our Core Team
Patrick Kesler
Chief Executive Officer, Principal
Peter Bleickardt
Chief Technology Officer
Ken Buraker
Chief Creative Officer
Kristin McPeak
Chief of Staff
Tom DeLorme
Chief Operating Officer
Randy Rodriguez
Chief Growth Strategist
Hayden Yarbrough
Producer & Training Lead
Rachna Scott
Creative Director
Patrick Keenan
Software Engineer
Alexander Fox
Senior UX/UI Designer
Brandon Tilley
Senior Software Engineer
Harvey Goldberg
Director of Federal Growth
Alyssa D’Urso
Associate Creative Director
Maggy Giunco
Creative Operations
Shaelyn Ventrano
Senior Project Manager, PMP, CSM
Mark Farrell
Director of HR & Operations
Stephanie Peduto
Project Coordinator
Joe DiBenedetto
Software Engineer
Ann Rose Greenberg
Senior Project Director & Interim Chief of Strategy Integration
Rachel Frizzell
Designer
Chris Sheppard
Content Manager
Richard Hoffman
Senior Project Manager & Data Analyst
Shelley Caplan
Senior Project Director
Dana Lebed
Senior Design Director
Haley Spencer
Communications Manager
Van Do, MPH
Senior Communications Manager
Nicole Hunt
Copywriter
Vlad Gorshkov
Design Director
Rich Gerdes
Sr. Software Engineer
Jada Sheehy
Project Manager
Darcy Barton
Software Engineer Manager
Lauren Plowman
Sr. Digital Strategist/Project Director
Nate Wiczer
Proposal Manager
Sadea Canty
Social Media Manager
Marc Zalaskus
Communications Coordinator
Greg Wallis
Chief Financial Officer
Justin Provenzano
Senior Designer
Andrew Gormley
Videographer & Animator
Craig Phares
Senior iOS & Android Engineer
Pattie Yu (theYucrew)
Senior Strategic Communications Director
Our process is simple and strategic.
Research Becomes Insights
Through intensive design research and strategic analysis, Urban Emu analyzes consumers, competitors and requirements so that the vision is tightly aligned with business objectives.
Insights Become Ideas
We produce a range of design concepts to address the client’s challenge. We translate requirements, craft the user experience and design for rapid growth.
Ideas Become Functional
We process designs and build them for use, facilitate testing, tweak to perfection and launch. We then evaluate performance, act on results and iterate.
Functionality Becomes Reality
We maintain and report success of the delivered product. With a celebratory pat on the back, we cherish our relationships and strive to offer the best product and service there is.
We continue making an impact in partnership with amazing public and private organizations.
Contact Us
Urban Emu is an experience agency proudly driven by a singular mission: to transform the way humans live. We achieve this through a powerful fusion of design, technology, and communications, creating unparalleled online and offline experiences.
We love to hear about ideas big or small. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us regarding your project.
Email: hello@urbanemu.com
Contract Number: 47QTCA20D003Z
Market Expertise
Health
Nutrition
Education
Nonprofit
Homeland
Government
Capabilities
Strategy & Innovation
Marketing & Communications
Service & Product Creation
IT Solutions
Emerging Technologies