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About Web Maestro

The U.P. Web Maestro is the original foundation for what is now Web Maestro. After graduating from Northern Michigan University in 2001, Nathan Lyle turned what had been a freelance means of paying for tuition into a formal business. Nathan had been involved with computers and music since chidlhood, so "Maestro" was an appropriate name on which to build.

Though initially operating out of his home in Ishpeming, in 2006 Nathan joined forces with Greta Berg of Company B Graphics and moved into an office suite in Marquette, a short drive from beautiful Lake Superior. The two businesses were a perfect compliment to each other, allowing customers to get all of their visual marketing needs taken care of under one roof. Not much more than a year later, more space was needed, and a move was made to a new location across town.

In January of 2008, Kenric Feldpausch joined the team and brought some new design kungfu into the mix. The addition of another pair of hands also freed up enough time for Nathan to start planning the next stage of growth for the company.

It really is about who you know!

From the beginning, Web Maestro has worked with other individuals and businesses as much as possible. Through referral and partnership, a much higher level of service has been possible. Here are some of the people we've worked with:

  • Company B Graphics - Greta Berg
    (Marquette, Michigan) Greta can do just about everything you need for your visual marketing - signs, vehicle graphics, canvas prints, design, brochures, business cards, and more.
  • The E Loft™ - Dar Shepherd & Christi Pentecost
    (Marquette, Michigan) The E Loft™ is a place that entrepreneurs can be around other like minded individuals who "get-it". Dar and Christi are a powerhouse of inspiration and guidance for entrepreneurs.
  • The Embroidery Wear House - Barbara O'Neill
    (Marquette, Michigan) Barb can make sure you promote your brand 24/7 with quality hats, jackets, shirts and more. They can take your artwork and get you dressing professionally!
  • Another Design Co. - Brian McVay
    (Jackson, Michigan) Brian provides professional graphic design services for both print and the Web.
  • 9zero6 - Thomas Dolaskie
    (Munising, Michigan) If you're looking for someone to help you take your website to the next level, let Tom work with you on everything from SEO to utilizing social media.
Nathan Lyle

Nathan Lyle

Owner / Developer

Nathan has been tinkering with computers since the days of the Apple II (and still has a working one in the office). Though born in Livonia, Nathan has lived in the U.P. since he was two (his first memory is breaking into the house because his parents forgot the key) and he wouldn't trade the snow for anything. When he's not in front of a computer or chasing one of his four kids around, he likes to write and perform music on any instrument he can get his hands on. His interests include reading and watching science fiction, books on theoretical physics and astronomy, and artificial intelligence.


Kenrich Feldpausch

Kenric Feldpausch

Web & Graphic Designer

Kenric graduated from NMU in 2009 with an Electronic Imaging degree from Northern Michigan University. Kenric enjoys art (both standard and digital) as well as reading all sorts of things: nerd magazines like Popular Science, books, and a lot of online reading. Originally from a small farming town in the rural Lower Peninsula, he's a solid convert to Marquette living. He enjoys garage sales, Saint Vincent's, and all the outdoor activities the area has to offer.


Greta

Greta Berg
Company B Graphics

Brian

Brian McVay
Another Design Co.

Brian

Dar Shepherd
The E Loft™

Christi

Christi Pentecost
The E Loft™

Tom

Thomas Dolaskie
9zero6

Barb

Barbara O'Neill
Embroidery Wear House