Staff
Casey Golden — El Capitán
(He’s our CEO.)
A lifetime entrepreneur, Casey started his first business at the age of 11 and has since started many successful companies, including the most recent, Parature, a Customer Relationship Management software company which grew to over 120 employees. His current venture, Small Act, helps nonprofits and associations nurture key relationships online with its social media software tools, Thrive and Profile Builder, and various consulting services.
A frequent speaker at national events who also donates his time to serve on several nonprofit advisory boards, Casey contributed a chapter to “Do Your Giving While You Are Living.” He recently won the “35 Under 35” award for top entrepreneurs in greater D.C. and was honored as a leader for social change as part of the Class of 2009 of Greater D.C. Cares. Casey lives in Northern Virginia with his wife, Beverley, and four-year-old twins, Tristan and Lilyrose.
Annie Lynsen — Awesome Marketing Manager
When she was asked to create her title, Annie said, “I don’t care what you call me, as long as the word ‘awesome’ is in there somewhere.” Whether it’s developing partner relationships or managing Small Act’s social media presences, Annie is always working to make sure Small Act is the first thing nonprofits and associations think of when they consider who to turn to for help with social media.
Prior to her job with Small Act, Annie worked for six years in print and electronic communications with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and then for two years as the manager of online content and community development with KaBOOM!. When she’s not on the clock, Annie likes cooking, crocheting, studying Japanese and singing in a local pirate band. (Yes, really.)
Jason Vance — National Account Manager
Think of Jason as a sherpa, but instead of guiding you up a mountain, he guides you toward enhancing your organization’s social media work to better serve your community. (In other words, he’s our sales guy.)
A strong believer in nonprofits, Jason loves his job because he “can make a difference for people that make a difference.”
When he’s not saving the world, you’ll find Jason happily hiking, mountain biking, and skiing…but not usually at the same time.
