Why WhiteBox
WhiteBox Marketing takes a partnership approach to serving our clients. We get to know you on a first-name basis, listen to your needs, and put our expertise to work just for you. We’re also passionate about serving the communities we live and work in. We’re here to make life easier for you, and the marketing process a whole lot more fun.
Get To Know #TeamWhiteBox
Carrie Karki
CEO | Founder
With more than 20 years in the marketing world, Carrie’s expertise includes everything from strategic planning for her long-term client partnerships to leading her award-winning team of creatives. She is an active member in the community, including multiple leadership groups with the local Chambers, and is an active member in Rotary and other non-profit groups. Carrie personally and professionally gives back to multiple charities each year, and is an advocate for unity and embracing all of our different backgrounds, both locally and globally. She is most grateful for her family and kids, good friends, great food, travel opportunities, and a place to call home.
Madison Milne
Agency Manager | Lead Social Media Strategist
Rachael Witt
Creative Director | Lead Copywriter
Tami Kinzel
Lead Marketing Strategist | Digital Expert
With nearly 20 years of in-depth marketing tactic expertise focused on client growth goals, Tami is a core lead of the WhiteBox Marketing strategy team. Her unique collection of experience spans from digital lead generation to multi-media campaigns, making her a powerhouse of knowledge and an expert in client relations. Tami’s ability to create a fully custom marketing plan sets the stage for successful partnerships. Aside from marketing, her other passions include traveling and spending time with family.
Tia Anderson
Marketing Strategist | Account Executive
Tia has a passion for aiding small and big businesses with marketing services to help skyrocket profits and increase brand awareness. Nothing is more satisfying in her eyes than seeing numbers exceed marketing goals. Tia’s marketing background in food and grocery makes her an excellent marketer for consumer-packaged goods and distribution centers. Through relationship-building with clients, Tia can quickly pinpoint advertising and marketing burdens and identify next steps to boost brand quality. Outside of the office, Tia loves to backpack in Northern MN with her husband, bat tennis balls on the court for fun, and lounge in the sun with a drink in her hand.
Madelyn Thompson
Account Manager | Marketing Specialist
Karley Burg
Project Coordinator
Alison Fischer
Lead Graphic Designer
Sam Kraulik
Graphic Designer | Videographer
A multi-talented creative professional, Sam not only masters the graphic design world but can swing a camera for photos and video too! Her background in corporate marketing has brought forth knowledge in HubSpot and digital strategy, especially on the employee recruitment side of things. Ever-strategic in her work, Sam is a huge asset to the Creative Team. When not at her desk, you’ll find her digging in the dirt and nurturing houseplants—hers, ours, maybe even yours!
Noah Schmidt
Graphic Designer | Digital Expert
Ethan Leite
Graphic Designer | Illustrator
An award-winning graphic designer, illustrator, animator, and branding expert, Ethan has no shortage of creative ideas. His many years of agency experience comes with enthusiasm for working with brands of all sizes. He’s most passionate about helping businesses stand out from the crowd. Whether in the studio or not, Ethan loves to draw—on an iPad, paper, or really any random blank space. When not at his desk or the WB cozy corner, he’s likely playing video games or watching movies with friends.
Bryce Jacobson
Lead Developer
Bryce has over 15 years of experience in building and managing customized websites, with a strong emphasis on user experience. His background in agency work and technical expertise have equipped him with the skills to expertly create new websites and redevelop existing ones to enhance functionality. Outside of work, Bryce enjoys immersing himself in nature by frequently embarking on camping trips with his family and indulging in his passion for fishing.
Jaycee Thompson
Social Media Strategist
Jaycee is our Social Media Strategist who’s as crazy about animals as she is about crafting compelling social content. With a passion for all things feline, you’ll often find her scrolling through TikTok, cooing at cute cat videos. From creating eye-catching graphics to writing engaging captions and crafting stellar campaigns, she’s always up for a challenge. With a unique blend of creativity, compassion, and a never-ending love for all things furry, Jaycee is the perfect contribution to our WhiteBox social team!
Jonalyn Lahr
Creative Coordinator
Jonalyn is a creative mind that knows no limits, with a strong focus on communication, timing, and all the little details that matter most. She’s driven to understand the wants and needs of clients and team members to accomplish successful campaigns. With a background in Media, she understands the market and has great respect for deadlines and time. She is ambitious to learn and listen to ensure tasks and deadlines are met. When you can’t find her in the WhiteBox office, she is off enjoying time with her family and friends, out on the water, always in the sunshine in the summertime, playing video games, snuggling in, and reading in the winter.
Kim Windschitl
Contractor Partner
Winner of a national golden design award, and the AAF of Central MN Emerging Leader 2023 award recipient, Kim has been partnering with our team since 2020. Bringing a unique perspective and vision to our collaborative projects, Kim has been a positive “bonus team member” from the start. Outside of work, you can find Kim perusing local shops, pawing home baked goods off on her neighbors, or chasing after her three kiddos.
Scott Sandbakken
Developer | SEO Strategist
Scott has more than 20 years of experience in building and managing custom websites and has a special interest in user experience. His agency background and technical expertise makes him equally skilled at building new websites and redeveloping existing sites to improve functionality. As an SEO Strategist, Scott is also proficient at developing campaigns that help sites rank higher with search engines. During off hours, Scott loves the great outdoors, camping with his family, and sampling the latest local craft beer.
Allison Blondell
Photographer
Keegan Karki
Marketing Specialist
Keegan brings a passion for all things Business and Strategy Development and Social Media Strategy. He is a huge advocate for engagement on social media and helping businesses grow through connections. With ambitious energy and no shortage of ideas, you might say thinking outside the box comes naturally for this Marketing Specialist. When out of the office, you can just about bet that Keegan is either on the ice or in the gym.
More About Our Founder
Carrie Karki, Founder and CEO of WhiteBox Marketing, has more than 20 years of marketing expertise under her belt. If she were to pick a forever charity, it would be anything helping children and families in less fortunate circumstances.
“I’m excited to work with anyone who values partnerships, good service, honest advice, a friendly laugh, and doing what’s right.”