Social Media Champ
Teton Gravity Research is one a renowned extreme sports brands on the planet. When they asked me to help them pack San Francisco’s iconic Palace of Fine Arts for the premier of their movie, FURTHER, I accepted the challenge. We packed more than 1,200 people in the theater using only organic Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter posts. I’ve helped hundreds of clients with social media and I can help you, too.
The trailer for the movie I marketed in San Francisco is below. This movie set a new standard for the documentary snow sports industry.
Photography & Video
I began teaching myself photography with the family 35mm Minolta back in 1982. I read the handbook and the rest is history. I was hooked. As they say, “the proof is in the prints.” Today, I prefer Nikons over Cannons, but they’re both great cameras. Honestly, in a jam, I’ll use my iPhone Pro Max in RAW format – works great for web shots. In fact, the ’57 Bel Air behind this text was shot with an iPhone and then of course, touched up with Photoshop.
“Taking pictures is like tiptoeing into the kitchen late at night and stealing Oreo cookies.”
— Diane Arbus
The Team
“Get rid of everything that is not essential to making a point.”
~ Christopher Niemann, “Sunday Sketches, New York Magazine.”
CT Perez
Webmaster/Owner
I’m CT. I began working as an Internet specialist in 1995 and by 2000, was hired to design websites for the California Legislative Data Center. I launched Sierra Blue after completing a marketing contract with Google and provide the same services usually found at large agencies, but at a fraction of the cost. I am a certified Google Specialist and Google Partner.
Hilary Wagner
Governess/Controller
Hilary has been part of Sierra Blue from day one and specializes in reviewing the opportunities from the “big picture,” perspective, asking the tough questions that need to be answered. Her insights and business acumen are an important asset to the continued growth of Sierra Blue. She also oversees AP/AR.
Carl Costas
Photo Journalist/ FAA Commercial Drone Pilot
Carl was a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps., but traded his weapon for a camera. His work has taken him around the world and into the lives of countless people. Today he shoots a mixture of commercial, editorial, and personal work. Carl likes to stay, “If we’re all on a fast train to somewhere, you’ll recognize Carl as the elder statesman with the kid spirit in the front car.”
Alex von Allmen
Web Technology Specialist
Alex is a marketing, finance and communications professional who has worked in start-ups and Fortune 100 organizations. He has experience in branding, market research, design, digital marketing, product management, business metrics, software as a Service (SaaS) and team leadership. He holds an MBA from Northwestern’s Kellogg School in marketing and finance and a BA from Vanderbilt.
Paul V.
FAA Commercial Drone Pilot
Paul is an FAA commercial pilot and former drone flight instructor at UC/ANR Drone Camp 2022/2023. Mr. Veisze holds a Master of Forestry/Wildlife Resource Science from the University of California, Berkeley.
Bodia aka "Bobo"
Team Mascot
Bodie turned 16 this October 2023 and shows no signs of slowing down. Wherever the captain, Bobo goes; if the captain goes fishing, Bobo goes. If the captain goes to Tahoe, Bobo goes. Bobo hasn’t missed a day at the office in more than 2 years and is truly a spritual gangster helping to keep the high vibes flowing.