Hi! We're RED66 Marketing.
Meet Our Team
Rebecca Dutcher, President
The owner of RED66 Marketing. Yes, the RED comes from her bold hair. And, if you didn’t know, the 66 was her jersey number when she was the first girl to play football at 8 years old. Rebecca has always had a passion for marketing and building strong relationships with clients – by offering honest input and feedback, and has a firm belief in doing what you say you’re going to do. She’s spent 15+ years working for marketing agencies with specialties in SEO/SEM and web development, branding, creative design, and integrated communications – taking all she’s learned to bring the best marketing approach to our clients.
She is a two-time past president of the American Marketing Association of West Michigan Chapter and vice chair of the board of directors for GROW.
Rebecca guest blogs and often speaks to different associations and organizations including: Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce events: Women’s Conference, Leadership Conference and past Member-Only events, Growth Advantage SMG Groups, CSC Network, Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce, and more. If you’re interested in having Rebecca speak at your event, please contact us today.
She received the 2021 Alumni Award from Davenport University, Donald W. Maine School of Business.
Rebecca is married to Steve, is Mom to Brett (human), and is Dog Mom to Leena, Rhino, and Goose.
Amy Deel, Operations Director
Amy is a native of Flint, Michigan, and a graduate of Grand Valley State University with a Masters's Degree in Criminal Justice. After working with children in foster care and then programming to support children and families, Amy found herself working in economic development, which led her to her calling in operations work. Amy has worked primarily in operations with local non-profit organizations in Grand Rapids that supported local businesses. She enjoys helping business owners with what they need, which includes a lot of behind the scenes details and supporting employees.
In her free time, Amy enjoys going on small adventures in West Michigan with her husband and two young children. She loves exposing others to locally owned businesses, and if she travels, she seeks out the places that the locals love. She has found a passion in houseplants, gardening, developing beautiful recipes that her kids refuse to eat, as well as diving into all things true crime to make that Master’s Degree worthwhile.
Sara Wesche, Director of Client Strategy
A Michigan State University graduate, Sara has worked in corporate marketing for over 15 years before transitioning to marketing agency life, but has actually worked with us since March of 2021 as a freelance writer! However, her focus has always been on marketing strategy and content development.
As our Director of Client Strategy, Sara helps businesses identify their most lucrative target personas and distill their marketing messaging. All of this is to ensure optimal interaction with prospects and customers along every touchpoint in the buyer’s journey.
Sherry Duncan, Creative Director
Sherry is an experienced creative marketing professional and University of Michigan graduate who is passionate about developing creative, strategic solutions. Like Sara, she has also worked with us for years. Sherry has over two decades of experience in print, digital and social communications, as well as leading rebranding efforts for companies large and small.
As a Creative Director, her main priority is being a client’s brand ambassador, ensuring that brand standards and marketing strategy remain consistent across all communications platforms.
Elizabeth Carter, Account Manager
Elizabeth is a Michigan State University (go Green!) graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Professional and Public Writing and has always thrived when working with words. Before joining the RED66 team, Elizabeth tried out several careers, first obtaining an Associate’s Degree and working as an American Sign Language Interpreter, then a 5th and 6th-grade math teacher, and finally a freelance copywriter.
Elizabeth has found her calling at last as an Account Manager for RED66, which has allowed her to unlock her creativity, push herself, and bring her passion for writing and love of multitasking, organization, and helping others to the team. When Elizabeth is out of the office, she bakes delicious desserts, explores Grand Rapids by bike with her son, and enjoys endless true crime podcasts.
Sydney Fairman, Account Manager
Sydney is a 2018 graduate from Central Michigan University (fire up Chips!) with a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Integrative Public Relations and a minor in Journalism. Prior to joining the RED66 team, she was the Content Marketing Associate at the Law Offices of Barton Morris. Sydney is a huge advocate for content marketing and the power of repurposing content through various mediums such as social media, email marketing, videos, blogs, podcasts, and much more.
When Sydney isn’t working, you can find her Netflixing true crime documentaries, visiting her favorite coffee shop in her downtown Ferndale neighborhood, hanging out with friends, and decorating her apartment. Additionally, she loves attending concerts and has traveled across the country to see her favorite live music acts.
Nicole Kelly, Account Manager
Nicole is a seasoned marketing professional who enjoys building meaningful relationships while helping clients grow their businesses through strategic marketing initiatives. She has held a variety of different marketing roles since graduating from Northern Michigan University. Nicole also holds an International Marketing Certificate from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, where she spent a year learning international marketing strategies in Barcelona, Spain.
When Nicole isn’t in the office, you can find her trekking through the woods with her husband and their two English Labs (Obi-Wan & Ollie), camping, or whipping up a new recipe in the kitchen. She’s happiest flying off the grid to explore new places and different cultures.
Trent Rantala, Account Manager
Trent is a 2017 Graduate from the University of Cincinnati, where he earned a BBA with a focus on marketing. He’s passionate about creating long-lasting client relationships while delivering first-class marketing content. Trent moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 2018 to be closer to family and where he’s also held diverse marketing-related jobs. He worked with Amazon through the pandemic and most recently helped Fowling Warehouse Grand Rapids with marketing, business development, and guest services. Trent’s excited about digging in and creating the best possible experience for his clients at RED66.
When Trent isn’t at the office, he’s recharging by reading a good book or watching a new movie. He grew up playing all kinds of sports and a year of college soccer at Ohio Northern University. Anytime he gets the chance, you’ll find him participating in intramural soccer and volleyball with his brother and friends.
Emily Errington, Jr. Account Manager
In 2021, Emily graduated from Grand Valley State University (Go Lakers!) with a Bachelor of Science in Advertising and Public Relations and a minor in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Prior to joining the RED66 team, she was the Social Media Management intern at the Lucas Howard Group.
She enjoys email marketing, relationship building, and loves working with our wide variety of clients across many different industries. In her free time, Emily enjoys live music, going on hikes, and baking a variety of treats!
Hailey Deyo, Marketing Specialist
Hailey is a graduate of Michigan State University with a Bachelor in Professional and Public Writing. She has always held a passion for writing and being creative. Prior to working with RED66, Hailey worked with three-year-olds at a childcare center, but she always found ways to incorporate her love of writing into the preschool setting by being in charge of crafting the classroom’s monthly newsletter.
When she isn’t working, Hailey enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, browsing the Horror section at a bookstore, and drinking way too much iced coffee.
Justin Dykstra, Marketing Specialist
Justin is a Senior at Davenport University studying Marketing, specializing in Digital Marketing and Promotions. He has a passion for creating engaging and thought-provoking content. Before joining the RED66 team, Justin worked as a Marketing Assistant at Access of West Michigan. Justin spent half his Junior year studying Marketing at Korea University in Seoul, South Korea! Justin is interested in travel and learning about global business practices.
During his free time, Justin applies his Digital Marketing skills to promoting his band “Låveve,” which can be found on Spotify and Apple Music. Justin also enjoys taking photos and creating content for his personal Instagram.
Jade Molewyk, Marketing Specialist
Jade is a graduate of Davenport University with a degree in Marketing with a specialty in Digital Marketing and Promotions. Prior to joining the RED66 team, Jade was the Produce Manager at Harvest Health Foods in her hometown of Hudsonville, MI.
She completed her recent Internship at RED66 and is now a Marketing Specialist. Jade is excited to share her passion for digital marketing and content creation. She is looking forward to applying the concepts she has been learning about in the classroom to the work she will be doing here at RED66.
In her free time, Jade enjoys thrift shopping, exploring local coffee shops, and taking photos. In the summertime, you can find her somewhere in Up North, MI, hiking, hammocking, or hunting for Petoskey stones. Her family’s Black Lab, Shadow, is her trusted furry sidekick, and she hopes to adopt a German Shepard sometime in the near future.
Emily Rudoni, Marketing Specialist
Emily is a graduate of Michigan State University with a degree in Creative Advertising and Public Relations. Before joining the RED66 team, she’s done marketing for several fields, including healthcare, education, and the wedding industry. Emily’s main specialties are writing and graphic design for social media and web execution. She currently works remotely in Troy, MI.
In her leisure time, Emily enjoys traveling, photography, and going to concerts. Additionally, you can find her in the kitchen attempting to recreate recipes she found on TikTok. She also enjoys driving around to discover new coffee shops and restaurants.
Vanessa Lansdale, WordPress Specialist
Vanessa is a skilled marketing professional who is passionate about creating user-friendly websites and building authentic relationships with clients. Prior to joining the RED66 team, Vanessa spent three years leading marketing initiatives for a Michigan-based small business in the government sector. She’s a 2019 graduate of Grand Valley State University’s Advertising and Public Relations program and has held several marketing-related internships at organizations, including The Right Place, Hello West Michigan, and BlackThorn Productions.
Fun fact: Vanessa is a digital nomad traveling the country in her converted Sprinter van with her partner and husky-pitbull pup. In her free time, you can find Vanessa hiking, attending concerts, exploring the latest city she's in, or practicing her design skills.
Jaclyn Lantis, Graphic Designer
Jaclyn is a graduate of Kendall College of Art & Design, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design. Jaclyn has had nearly a decade of prior marketing and agency-related experience through freelance photography and design. With her background in design and photography, Jaclyn is well-versed in client communication, brand management, brand content photography, and more. She believes in exceeding the needs and expectations of any and all clients.
Fun fact: Jaclyn is also the one who created the RED66 Marketing logo and brand elements! Jaclyn enjoys camping with her husband, Travis, and their golden retriever Toula in her free time.
Cate Jewell, Digital Marketing Intern
Cate is approaching her last semester as a Grand Valley State University student majoring in Ad & PR with an emphasis on advertising. Cate is passionate about writing and strives to produce creative, one-of-a-kind content. She is ecstatic to have the opportunity to utilize her knowledge at RED66 Marketing, gain real-world experience, and work with such a talented team.
In her free time, Cate enjoys listening to live music and dancing with her friends. She also enjoys being active; running and yoga are two of her favorite hobbies. In terms of her not-so-active hobbies, she enjoys reading, baking, and crocheting.
Cate also loves to travel! She has been all over the United States and got the opportunity to visit Europe this summer with her family, spending about three weeks traveling through Italy and Greece.
Christine Korejwo, Digital Marketing Intern
Christine is a senior at Western Michigan University (Go Broncos!), where she is studying Digital Marketing and eCommerce. When not in the classroom, you can find Christine cheering on the Broncos with the WMU Dance Team. Previously, Christine worked as a social media manager at a nonprofit. She's very excited to join the RED66 team and is looking forward to learning more about digital marketing.
Christine loves to take on new experiences and has traveled to Europe, where she visited France, Belgium, and Amsterdam. Additionally, Christine enjoys taking group fitness classes, trying new restaurants, and going on long walks.
Partnerships & Collaboration
We work with a diverse set of clients across a variety of industries. This includes global manufacturers to local restaurants and small businesses, to nonprofit organizations. Our immediate team is small and mighty and is made even stronger with key partners in specialty areas like digital analytics, SEO Strategies, pay-per-click management, graphic design, videography and photography, and more.
With so many marketing channels and communications specialties, no one agency or firm can have all services in-house. It takes strong partnerships and relationships to bring our clients the highest level of talent. We provide you with a single point of contact so you can leave it all to us to take care of all of your marketing and communications efforts. And, if we aren’t able to do it well, we will refer you to someone who can.
Here are a few of our long-term partners (and friends)!
