Meet The Team
Nothing happens without the great talents and dedication of our Full Blast crew.
Crystal DeCnodder
Crystal DeCnodder, co-owner and partner at Full Blast Creative, is a digital marketing strategist focused on social media advertising, digital media buys, marketing analytics & conversion tracking, and artificial intelligence in marketing automation. After completing her degree from the University of Lethbridge in 2002, Crystal began her career in the oil and gas sector as an engineering tech on behalf of GLJ Petroleum Consultants Ltd. In 2011, Crystal founded the social media agency, InkPlot – Social Digital. Since that time, Crystal has worked with industrial trades, oil and gas organizations, emerging business groups, tourism/recreational brands and technology companies to help develop their online presence. When Crystal isn’t at work, she enjoys time with her family, skateboarding, traveling as often as possible and keeping her nose in a good book.
Michael Wynn
Michael Wynn, co-owner and President at Full Blast Creative, focuses on creative direction, website development, and supporting FBC clients with interactive, social media strategies. With a background in multi-media, Michael has worked within the advertising and marketing industry for more than 25 years. Some of his flagship projects include the development of the 2002, G8 Summit website, WingsnBeer.com, and numerous projects for global and local brands. His creative and talented crew develop an endless array of web and print projects, social media campaigns, with sage advice and fresh thinking. The team at Full Blast Creative happily engage our client list with tight deadlines and top notch work. Specialties: ROI, creative development, graphic & web design, complex print jobs, site management, marketing plans and creative briefs.
Jay Laya
Jay is a Graphic & Web Designer with Full Blast and has knowledge with a variety of design related tasks for social, web, UX, UI, site management, and print media. Jay studied Information Design at Mount Royal University and holds a Bachelors in Communication Degree. In his spare time, Jay enjoys being active, watching “nerd” films, exploring methods of design, as well as the company of friends and family. Jay is an active member in his community. Likes pizza.
Shyla Wolf
Shyla is the Events & Engagement Advisor at Full Blast Creative. With over seven years of experience, she has worked and executed various compelling projects within creative sectors including several large scale events and now brings this experience to the FBC team. Shyla works on content creation, account management, copywriting, event coordination, digital advertising, and social media management. She has worked with public, private and not-for-profit creative spaces throughout the city of Calgary. Shyla is a graduate of Red Deer College, Alberta University of the Arts, and the University of Victoria. In her spare time, Shyla likes to run her dog, work on her passion projects, and spend time in galleries and museums locally and abroad.
Alicia Engbers
Alicia is a Brand Manager at Full Blast Creative.
Alicia completed her Bachelor of Business Administration at Mount Royal University majoring in Marketing and General Management and minoring in International Business. She is continuously staying up-to-date on marketing trends and seeking new ways to expand her skills. Alicia has experience working on SEO, SEM, web design, social media management, and copywriting. Outside of work and school, Alicia is actively volunteering in the community any way she can from leading youth to coaching basketball. Her volunteer efforts have even taken her around the world to Cambodia, Thailand Ecuador, and Spain.
Roxann Corpuz
Graphic designer, photographer, and web developer at Full Blast Creative. Roxann has an extensive background in web design and development, print design, and brand identity. She graduated with a Diploma in New Media Production & Design at SAIT Polytechnic in 2014 and since has worked for various marketing companies and non-profit organizations. When Roxann is away from the design world, she can often be found off in the mountains practicing landscape photography or drinking tea with friends and chatting about space and time.
Carter Munroe
Carter is a Brand Manager at Full Blast Creative. Carter graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from Dalhousie University, and is currently completing a specialized marketing diploma through LaSalle College. With a work background based in corporate finance and accounting, and an educational emphasis on marketing, Carter brings a rounded business perspective to the full blast team. A passion for evolving culture, marketing trends, strategy, writing, and social media drives Carter to provide encompassing support and strategic insights to Full Blast Creative’s diverse client portfolio. Away from the office, Carter enjoys running, skiing, travel, and anything else that gets him outdoors. Owns a pair of shoes for each day of the month.
Coco Fernandes-McKenna
Coco is a Developer/Designer at Full Blast Creative.In 2018, Coco graduated from the Graphic Communications and Print Technology program at SAIT Polytechnic. With a keen eye for design and various projects with print companies and local organizations under her belt, she has extensive knowledge of digital and offset printing, as well as wide-format printing. Outside of work, Coco enjoys going to concerts and other local music shows, staying up-to-date with movies, and spending time outside enjoying nature.
JR Salinas
JR is a Videographer, Developer and Designer at Full Blast Creative. With a background in design, video, motion graphics and photography, JR brings several multimedia skillsets to the team. A recent grad from SAIT, JR earned his New Media Production and Design Diploma in 2019. He has experience working with a range of clients from not-for-profit organizations, small business start-ups, events, and even the SAIT Trojans where he designed and rebranded their social media as well as supported on the production of print collateral. JR is passionate about the influence design has on cultures, as well as pioneering new trends.
When away from the screen, you can find JR at the gym keeping active or venturing city streets or the Rockies where he captures inspiration through photography and video.
Tait
Tait, 6, loves belly rubs, walks in the park, and being the first at the door to greet guests.
Tait brings to the team her natural skills in HR and Counselling. Tait often reminds the team to take a moment to slow down and enjoy her company during times of stress. In her spare time Tait loves running, rafting down the elbow river, and exploring new parks and sites in YYC.
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