We think Spyder Trap is a great place to work and a huge part of why is that we have amazingly talented people to work with. As we continue to grow as a digital marketing agency, the best benefit is that we get to bring on even more talented team members. We don’t want to keep them all to ourselves, so get to know three of our newest team members and then maybe connect with us about working here too!
Christ
opher Kriens – iOS App Development
Where are you coming from?
I started writing applications for Apple products for fun many years ago while doing front-end web development professionally. When the App Store was launched and business started to embrace a mobile world, a need for seasoned iOS developers arose and it was an easy choice.
What’s your role at Spyder Trap?
I’m working on developing apps specifically for iOS Devices. From iPhone and iPad to Apple Watch — and whatever they come up with in the future.
What brought you to Spyder Trap?
The breadth of talent here, across the entire digital space. I think it will be a great place to grow.
What are you hoping to accomplish at Spyder Trap?
To build great applications and get better at what I do.
Where’s your favorite place to hang out in Twin Cities?
Evenings in St. Paul on Wild game night. When it’s not miserably cold, of course.
Favorite book, movie, beer/cocktail, or TV show?
My favorite book is The Selfish Gene and my favorite cocktail is called the Pain Killer, which originated on the smaller British Virgin Islands — one of my favorite places to be.
Something cool about yourself?
My favorite hobby is keeping saltwater reef aquariums. It’s the perfect combination of a challenging scientific exercise and artistic outlet.
Annie Eng
mark – Project management
Where are you coming from?
Born and raised in the Twin Cities. Came from Code42, where I worked as the localization specialist.
What’s your role at Spyder Trap?
Project Manager. Super excited to be working with internal and external teams, facilitating communication that results in awesome digital projects.
What brought you to Spyder Trap?
The combination of creative and code is really intriguing to me. Plus, I love project management and ST is a young, dynamic company that I’m looking forward to growing with.
What are you hoping to accomplish at Spyder Trap?
I am anxious to learn more about all sorts of digital marketing and the variety of projects we take on with our clients. I also look forward to fostering strong client relationships and making our processes even more efficient.
Where’s your favorite place to hang out in Twin Cities?
I love walking around the lakes in Minneapolis — Lake of the Isles is my fave.
Favorite book, movie, beer/cocktail, or TV show?
- Favorite book: anything by Barbra Kingsolver
- Favorite movie: the one I’ve probably seen the most and still enjoy is Almost Famous
- Favorite beer/cocktail: depends on the season…But bubbles for any and all occasions!
- Favorite TV shows: Dateline, the Mindy project, or most things on HGTV
Something cool about yourself?
Soup is my favorite thing to cook — I’m excited it’s becoming soup-making season! I’m on the board for Clojure Bridge MN, a non-profit organization that offers a unique experience for women and gender queer individuals to learn a new programming language.
Jon Len
z – Client Strategy
Where are you coming from?
I grew up in the Twin Cities. I attended the U of M and received a B.A. In communications and also competed as a hurdler on the track and field team. I’ve spent the last 7 years in a variety of integrated marketing and communications roles with BMW / Penske Automotive Group, ATK and HNI Corporation. I also stay busy as a marketing + communications consultant and volunteering with IABC Minnesota. Oh yea, and I’ll be graduating with my Master in Business Communication from the Opus College of Business at St. Thomas in May.
What’s your role at Spyder Trap?
I’m a client strategist. I work with new and existing clients to identify and isolate strategies to grow revenue, increase conversions or any other strategy or goal. I focus on being a consultative advisor; building credibility with clients, demonstrating value and working to further partner to meet and exceed goals.
What brought you to Spyder Trap?
The opportunity to use my broad marketing and communications acumen to help clients reach their goals and objectives, the culture and leadership team, and the ability to grow with the team.
What are you hoping to accomplish at Spyder Trap?
Everything. Grow our team and capabilities, improve internal marketing + communication efforts, and continue to build our reputation as the experts in digital in this market.
Where’s your favorite place to hang out in Twin Cities?
I’m an outdoorsman. When time permits, a trip to a local-ish winery with my wife for some tasting and noshing, followed by a hike, is a go-to day trip. Otherwise, my wife and I are big foodies, so grabbing anything to eat (sushi, new american or otherwise) and walking around the Guthrie and Mill City ruins is a solid fallback plan.
Favorite book, movie, beer/cocktail, or TV show?
I’m a red wine guy. A hearty cab does it for me. The wife and I enjoy Anthony Bourdain—both on Bravo and CNN. It’s culturally stimulating, and full of amazing travel, and food / wine experiences.
Something cool about yourself?
I’m an athlete, love exploring and am outdoors as much as possible. This trio can create some pretty interesting adventures; from planning a bit too long of a canoe trip with my wife in the BWCA, to running sprint workouts with some old friends and quickly realizing we are now a little older, too.