Meet the Team

At iPD Agency, we’re DETERMINED to make it happen! If you’re wondering if we can help you, or if we will understand your niche need, the answer is YES!

We practice innovation as a fundamental part of who we are in order to cultivate excellence AND to ultimately HELP YOU grow with purpose.

David and Diana Villa on GameChanger Podcast
David Maus smiling at NOW Automotive Mastermind
David Villa speaking at iPD Automotive Marketing Agency event
Wideshot of video recording NOW Automotive Mastermind at iPD Agency
iPD Automotive Marketing Agency Group Photo
  • iPD started in a 400 sqft room with zero clients and a few people.

  • One year in and we hit just over 1.2 million in revenue.

  • March: Employee 14 joined the iPD team.

  • September: #55 joins the iPD Team.

  • Reached our 1,000th client. Branched out into AutoDealerLive Podcast gaining exposure and influence, becoming a fixed staple at Digital Dealer conferences.

  • Expanded Direct Mail with FaceBook Marketing Campaigns.

  • Moved into our current 13,000 sq.ft. office space.

  • Became first Dealer Agency to use TikTok Marketing at scale.

  • You get to write this next part...

Ownership. Purpose. Loyal. Innovative. Excellence.

Ownership. Purpose. Loyal. Innovative. Excellence.

The IPD Team

Collaborative. Integrity. We Make It Happen. Kingdom Minded Commitment.

Collaborative. Integrity. We Make It Happen. Kingdom Minded Commitment.

Executives

To the outside world, they are “executives”, but in the office, these three are in the trenches with the iPD Agency team living out the servant leadership style our founder, David Villa, often speaks of. We’re proud to say we have some of the hardest working, hands-on executives around!

David Villa CEO and Founder
Founder & CEO

David Villa

He’s the man with the plan. Our visionary. Always ready with a new idea, especially when he has a fresh cup of Starbucks in hand!
Walter Hayes Director of Business Development
COO

Walter Hayes

I love music of all types but, jammin to some Marc Broussard and grilling in the back yard is a great way to spend an evening.
I once auditioned for America’s Got Talent but was beat out by a guy playing, “William Tell Overture” with a turkey baster….😂
My wife and I have been actively involved with adoption/foster care ministry for over ten years.
CFO

Diana Villa

She’s the glue that holds all of our craziness together! Our resident problem solver who is always ready with a word of encouragement.
David Blaisdell Managing Partner
Managing Partner

David Blaisdell

Fun Facts:
My house has a firm foundation, rooted in three things: God, Family, and the Chicago Cubs!
I seek to serve those around me. My peers, my team, our company, and our clients. I believe that serving others as if you are serving the Lord is the number one rule in management, and in leadership
Go Cubs Go!

iPD Agency Leadership Team

These are the people who seek to guide and steer this ship! Our leadership team works day-in and day-out to ensure that IPD Agency continues to reach newfound heights throughout all that we do.

Michael Oquendo VP of Marketing and Communications
VP of Marketing & Communications

Michael Oquendo

Ashtin Mirabilio Director of Culture and Project Management
Director of Culture & Project Management

Ashtin Mirabilio

Christa Jones HR Manager and Bookkeeper
HR Manager & Bookkeeper

Christa Jones

Mike Cherup Strategic Assistant and IT Manager
Strategic Assistant

Mike Cherup

Fun Facts:
My love language is Sarcasm.
Extremely opinionated Hip Hop Fan.
More loyal than Old Yeller!

Automotive Marketing Division

These product experts introduce the rest of us to awesome new clients and help manage current client accounts. At the end of the day, this team is all about building long-term client relationships.

Dustin Sarlo AM Smart Mail
Account Manager

Dustin Sarlo

Account Manager

Jarren Johnson

Fun Facts:
I was born in Northern Ireland.
I graduated from USF, and run a successful USF Blog.
I have been a guest on national radio shows (ESPN Radio, and WDAE locally).
National Sales Manager

Kyle Shaw

Account Manager

Bryant Solano

Josh Fontaine VP Sales and Head Coach
National Account Manager

Josh Fontaine

Fun Facts:
My wife and kids mean everything to me.
I’ve been an ordained minister for 20 years.
I’m a Tennessee country boy at my core, but I have been all over the world.

Creative + Marketing Team

Our creative team is composed of individuals committed to utilizing their craft in every avenue of the digital spectrum. They stay in-the-know so you don’t have to, and make us look good while doing it!

Ezra Baucom Audio and Visual Specialist
Audio & Video Specialist

Ezra Baucom

Fun Facts:
I play drums in 2 different bands.
My favorite movie is The Shining.
I have a Daffy Duck tattoo.
Creative Director

Christian Silva

Fun Facts:
I love listening to French Music.
Coldplay is my favorite music artist.
Painting/arts and crafts are one of my favorite things to do.
Brett Anaya SEO and Content Writer
SEO/Content Writer

Brett Anaya

Fun Facts:
Music Trivia Champion
Liverpool FC
Love to cook

Production

These folks help hold it down at iPD! They handle the production of all of our direct mail components! From design to delivery, they make sure everything looks great, sounds great and arrives on time. They also handle everything from payroll to employee and client relations. They aren’t math nerds; they’re people nerds who love us (quirks and all)!

Jami Blaisdell Production Manager and Partner
Production Manager / Partner

Jami Blaisdell

Fun Facts:
My favorite show forever is The Golden Girls!
Spending/hanging out with my husband & daughter & our Frenchie, Wrigley.
I still like to roller skate (nerd I know).

Business Development Center

Meet the backbone of our Automotive Marketing solution! Our CFO Diana built this incredible team to better serve our clients. They work tirelessly to connect the right people with our dealer clients. In simple terms, they help dealers get people in cars!

Sean Blaisdell Business Development Manager
Business Development Manager

Sean Blaisdell

Joey Blaisdell Business Development Representative
Business Development Representative

Joey Blaisdell

Zavier Green Business Development Representative profile shot
Business Development Representative

Zavier Green

Alyssa Gottgalf Business Development Representative
Business Development Representative

Alyssa Gottgalf

Camila Mirabilio Business Development Representative
Business Development Representative

Camila Mirabilio

Fun Facts:
Jesus, Videography and Coffee. Bonus: I love dogs.
Monica Makarious Business Development Representative
Business Development Representative

Monica Makarious

Monica Makarious Business Development Representative
Business Development Representative

Monica Makarious

Business Development Representative

Claudia Saballos

Annie Diles Business Development Representative
Business Development Representative

Annie Diles

Fun Facts:
Christian
Author & Freelance Writer/Editor
Loves outdoor activities & healthy – living

Our Core Values

Practice Innovation

We Cultivate Excellence

We Act in Collaboration

We Grow with Purpose

We are Loyal to the Vision

We Make It Happen

We Default to Integrity

We Show Ownership

Kingdom Minded Commitment