What Clients Say
- Rainmaker Web Design is one in a million - eccentricity, brilliance, passion, and vision mixed with drive and focus. Rainmaker has helped us create success for every stakeholder who is savvy enough to engage them. MNV will most definitely use Rainmaker for our future web needs and recommend them to our clients.Melissa Northrop, PrincipalMN Vision, Inc.
- We were lucky enough to find Rainmaker through a Google search. Thank goodness we did - Wade took the opinions of four disorganized partners and whipped out two brand new websites with spectacular functionality in half the time for half the price we expected. That wasn't the end of it either. Wade taught us to make the changes we wanted to make and provided great service when we thought a change was too big for us to tackle. Can we recommend Wade's services? You could not do better.Jeff RadkeBlack & Blue Fishing
- Rainmaker Web Design has been absolutely wonderful to work with. They not only design our web site, but help us with web-related ideas on how to make our business better. They're efficient in getting our tasks done and they are a great business partner to have on our team.Hillary Hull, Marketing DirectorMomentum Management, Inc.
- Beacon Rock needed to harness the power of the web without breaking the bank. After extensive research, Rainmaker proved to be the wise choice. Wade is the "Go to" web guy that "gets it". Whether you have specific requirements or general concepts, Wade listens first and then delivers. He treats your business as if it's his business - with personal service and attention to detail. From outline to execution, if you value creativity, cutting edge technical competence, dedication, integrity and service - you've found your website designer. My recommendation is my reputation also. I recommend Rainmaker Web Design to everyone except my competitors.Kevin Berger, PresidentBeacon Rock Advisors
- When we launched our new law firm, having a quality webpage was a priority. We were referred to Rainmaker Web Design by our third-party IT consultant. From my first discussions with Wade through the completion of the design, everything was done in a timely manner and exactly as it was promised. Moreover, Wade was very helpful in suggesting changes that improved the design. We are very pleased with both the final product and the service that was provided during the process.Kevin P. Branch, PartnerMcMickle, Kurey & Branch, LLP.
- I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Rainmaker Web Design. They are fast, efficient, and responsive to design modifications when needed.Rosemary RossGeorge L. Wilson & Co.
Why Choose Rainmaker Web Design?
In every project, we start by examining your needs and goals - and everything we do aims to make you an unrivaled success. Expect phone calls returned promptly, designs finished on time, and projects delivered on budget. We've worked hard to develop a reputation for following through and attention to the needs of our clients. Don't take our word for it - take a look at the testimonials above or ask us for references.
Oh, and we're only 1/2 as expensive as the other firms.
Expect:
- Rapid response to emails & calls
- Upfront pricing & on-time delivery
- Explanations in plain English
- World class solutions
- Unmatched value
- Attention to detail
Methodology
Results. Not geek-speak.We believe in giving our clients the information they need, in plain English, to make informed decisions about their websites. Since our goal is to help you leverage the power of the internet, not bore you with techno-jargon, we begin by thoroughly examining your organization's goals & aspirations, and then offer solutions based upon your unique needs.
"We stream line the creation process and pass the savings on to you."
Being a small business ourselves, we know that stretching marketing dollars to maximize return on investment is of the highest importance. That's why we utilize, whenever possible, open source technologies and tried & tested software libraries & frameworks to cut development time and offer more robust solutions.
Why Athens, GA?
Athens, GA - locally known as "The Classic City" - is one of the most culturally diverse, forward thinking towns in the Southeastern United States. It's a hotbed of art, music, and technology tucked away about an hour or so East of Atlanta. While we continue to service many clients from Atlanta and far beyond, in mid 2009 we felt that Athens was the perfect place to whet the creative whistle and push the boundaries of design, development, and interactive marketing.
Services
Website Design
- Hand Coded Valid XHTML
- Custom Graphic Design
- Content Management Systems (Joomla & Wordpress)
- Goal Oriented Design
- Static, Interactive, or Dynamic
- Cross Browser Compatible
- SEO Friendly
Web Application Development
- Server Side Based on Linux/Apache/MySQL/PHP platforms
- JavaScript, JQuery, AJAX User Interfaces
- E-commerce Integration
- Wordpress Plugins and Custom Wordpress Functionality
Google Maps Applications
- AJAX Enabled
- MySQL/Postgre Driven
- Large Datasets (70,000+ points is our record thus far)
- Custom Markers
- Embedded Directions
- Geocoding
- And more...
Social Media Marketing
- Facebook (and API)
- Twitter (and API)
- Youtube Channels
- StumbleUpon
- MySpace
- Niche Specific and Message Boards
Wordpress Blog Design
- Custom Theme Development
- Wordpress Integration Into Your Web Site
- Wordpress as a Content Management System
- Custom Plugin Development and Custom Functionality
Search Engine Optimization
- Google, Yahoo!, and Bing
- Google Local Search
- On Page Optimization (Meta/Title/Etc. Tags)
- Link Building Campaigns
About the Principals
Wade Sonenberg - Web Design & Development
Wade is an Atlanta native living in Athens, GA with his wife Jennifer. Wade enjoys hiking, fishing, skiing, blogging and cheering on the UGA Bulldogs. Speaking of UGA, he graduated with a business degree, and while self taught in web design & development - he brings a first hand understanding of business to business operations and sales, as well as a user oriented design method that helps build relationships over the web. He has been developing websites since 2002, started Rainmaker Web Design in 2005, and has worked on projects from the United Kingdom to Costa Rica and all across the USA in the process.
Geoffrey Reid - Social Media Marketing
Geoffrey lives in Charleston, SC and specializes in enhancing the digital online presence of small and independently owned businesses through social media. He has helped numerous non-profits, marketing firms and community based organizations increase their visibility by providing affordable services via the Social Monkey Group, a company he created after identifying the need for affordable, comprehensive marketing solutions for small businesses. Geoffrey is an avid community volunteer and enjoys playing basketball and softball in his spare time. He is passionate about his year round devotion to his Alma Mater, the University of Georgia, through involvement with the Alumni Association to his representation during football season of the Bulldawg nation while living in enemy territory.