About the Firm

Rick Whittington Consulting is a website design, development and marketing strategy firm located in Richmond, Virginia. From innovative design and development to strategic online marketing, we work with companies and organizations to plan and create effective, productive websites.

Because each individual client’s goals and needs are different, we listen, we research, design and build highly-functional websites to suit every situation.

Much of our work deals with economic development organizations (EDOs), and our work has been recognized by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) and the Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC).  Our work has also been featured on the Communication Arts website, which selects websites from around the globe that effectively communicate a message through art and design.

We strive for quality in all work that we do, and that translates to tangible, measurable business results for every client.

Key Staff

Rick Whittington, President

Rick has over 12 years of experience designing, building and marketing websites. He has over 5 years of Fortune 500 experience and has been responsible for creating more than 140 websites. His skills in website design, information architecture, usability and web marketing strategy have earned his company a nationwide client base.

Prior to starting the firm, Rick led web teams at Circuit City and Crutchfield Corporation. Rick has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications Studies and Marketing from Virginia Tech.

Mike Dupre, Creative Director

Mike made the transition six years ago from print design to new media and websites.  In all, his 14 years of design experience for clients in diverse industries helps him tailor designs to meet the specific needs of clients.

Mike’s work experience includes design for several advertising agencies and earned his Bachelors of Fine Arts degree at State University of New York at Oswego.

Shannon Sullivan, Content Specialist

Shannon is comfortable writing for audiences across various channels, including websites, blogs, social media/networking sites and print collateral. She has over three years of experience and has worked with clients in a variety of industries, all throughout the nation.

Shannon immerses herself in each client’s story and develops messaging that balances the conversational with the persuasive.

Shannon graduated with honors from Virginia Commonwealth University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English.