The Instigators.  Meet the leaders of T1M.

MING CHAN

FOUNDER AND CEO

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MING CHAN

FOUNDER AND CEO

Passionate. Dedicated. Thought-Leader.

As Founder and CEO of The1stMovement, Ming understands digital media technology in a way rarely seen in the industry today. Named as one of the "Top 10 Asian Entrepreneurs" for 2010 by Inc. Magazine, Ming has led the agency to numerous accolades with his passion for innovation and hands-on style.

As the recipient of the prestigious Emmy® award in Interactive Media, Ming's created innovative digital assignments for some of the world's most renowned brands including 20th Century Fox, ABC, Adobe, Apple, AMD, Cisco, Disney, Microsoft, Nike, HP, Intel, Sun Microsystems, Sony Pictures and more.

A vocal member of the Los Angeles Chapter of the Entrepreneurs' Organization, Ming serves as a proactive advocate for entrepreneurs everywhere. He serves as a mentor in the AFI's Digital Content Lab, is an Interactive member for the National Academy of Television Arts & Science and is sought after as a thought-leader from his remarkable perspective of the digital media industry.

Ming is a graduate of Occidental College and lives in Pasadena, California with his fiancée and dogs.

DAVID SCHELL

EXECUTIVE CREATIVE DIRECTOR

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DAVID SCHELL

EXECUTIVE CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Expressive. Practical. Aesthetic.

As Executive Creative Director for The1stMovement, David leads the creative services of the agency across all offices. Before joining The1stMovement, David was Associate Creative Director at Crispin Porter + Bogusky. Prior to that, David was Creative Director at texturemedia in Boulder, CO. There he played a critical role in growing the company into a nationally recognized interactive agency, leading to their acquisition by Crispin Porter + Bogusky.

Throughout his career, David has worked for a variety of brands across multiple industries. Client experience includes PENTAX, Google, Volkswagen, Kaiser Permanente, Aspen Snowmass, Fidelity Investments and Vail Resorts. David's work has been recognized by the Clios, Cyber Lions, Webby Awards, Interactive Media Awards, Web Marketing Association, CommArts Magazine, Omni Awards, Adweek Icon Awards and the ADDY.

David lives in Denver, Colorado with his wife, two daughters and dogs. He holds a B.F.A. in Graphic Design and Illustration from the University of Kansas.

CHRIS INGWALSON

DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNT SERVICES

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CHRIS INGWALSON

DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNT SERVICES

Energetic. Strategic. Mentor.

As the Director of Account Services for The1stMovment, Chris leads both the account management and production teams. Chris is a strategic leader and works side by side other team members to drive strategy across all accounts.

Prior to joining The1stMovement, Chris was a Management Supervisor at Crispin Porter + Bogusky where she developed integrated global campaigns for Microsoft's Windows 7 and Zune. Her career has been a great blend of traditional advertising including broadcast and print, as well as digital ranging from websites to online rich media campaigns. During her career, Chris has managed work for brands like Horizon Organic, Kaiser Permanente, Qwest, Rocky Mountain Health Plans and Toyota.

Chris also keeps advertising in the family. She is married to a Associate Creative Director and together they continue to be active in the local ad community and clubs. Chris has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Advertising and Political Science from the University of Colorado. She lives in Westminster, Colorado with her husband and daughter.

HUGH GRAHAM

DIRECTOR OF USER EXPERIENCE

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HUGH GRAHAM

DIRECTOR OF USER EXPERIENCE

Thought-provoking. Intelligent. Insightful.

As Director of User Experience for The1stMovement, Hugh Graham focuses on connecting our clients' strategic goals with key opportunities to engage and interact with their target audiences. He drives the research used to inform the design process and uses stories to create compelling and engaging environments, real or virtual.

As a design strategist and interaction designer, Hugh has been a leader in the use of people-centered research, prototyping, and facilitation to help organizations develop and implement innovative ideas, with a focus on using story-centered approaches to provide interdisciplinary teams with new tools that encourage rapid, iterative design and development.

Prior to joining The1stMovement, Hugh was the Director of User Experience for Sapient Corporation and Director of Content Strategy at iXL. Hugh lives in Denver with Jill Hadley Hooper and Maddie the dog.

BRIAN MIDWIN

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

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BRIAN MIDWIN

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Critical Thinker. Trustworthy. Meticulous.

As Director of Finance for The1stMovement, Brian is responsible for managing the Company's financial processes, systems and policies. In addition to driving all things financial, he embodies the culture of T1M as a collaborator, team member and leader.

Brian brings his skills and knowledge of the accounting world to execute T1M's financial objectives. Prior to joining The1stMovement, Brian managed his own company providing controller and consulting services to privately held small businesses. During his tenure with top accounting firm Moss Adams, LLP, he earned his CPA certificate from the State of California.

Brian is a native to Los Angeles, California where he lives with his wife and dog. He holds a B.S. in Business Management with concentrations in Finance and Marketing from Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. He continued his studies with post-graduate courses in Accounting at UCLA, and has been a licensed CPA since 2007.

JENN DEPAUW

SR. DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

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JENN DEPAUW

SR. DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Organized. Structured. Empathetic.

As Senior Director of Operations, Jenn manages the initiatives that keep the team working to their optimal level. Having worn many hats for The1stMovement, the one she wears with the most pride is the one that keeps her behind the scenes supporting the day to day operations, managing human resources and administering the productivity tools used daily by The1stMovement.

With experience in Print Production, Media Buying, Account Service, Management Training and Customer Service, Jenn leverages her experience on a daily basis to facilitate everything from legal documents to internal policy and process.

Jenn has worked with a client roster that includes Adobe, AT&T, Cisco, Qwest Communications, E!Online, Adrienne Vittadini, Fred Segal Couture and Johns Manville.

Jenn lives in Westminster, Colorado with her husband, son and their dog. Jenn has a B.S. in Marketing from the Richard Stockton College of New Jersey.