People Matter
Keith Deaven
Keith is our CEO and co-founder of Mediabarn. Keith has led Mediabarn over 15 successful years.
Mediabarn’s longevity can be attributed to the fine-tuning of an innovative business model which combines the benefits of a user experience research practice, creative agency, and placement services firm under one roof.
Jason Pentecost
Jason heads up the research arm of Mediabarn. As Principal and Co-Founder of Mediabarn, clients and associates rely heavily on Jason for his breadth of interactive experience and his keen perception of where the industry is heading. He works closely with our key clients and is never too far from anything that goes on at the ‘barn. Jason is also Mediabarn’s photographer.
Heather Gay (Nam)
Heather brings over 15 years of research management experience to Mediabarn. She has a special ability to look at a situation through the eyes of a target audience, especially consumers. Her enthusiasm, coupled with the confidence of a seasoned researcher, makes projects run smoothly.
Sally Kelley
Sally joined the Mediabarn team in January of 2014 as the Director of Client Services and Recruiting. She is responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of the research projects from bid to execution, as well as being the point of contact for client communications, and also oversees participant recruitment. She is passionate about research and customer service, and handles each project with the care it deserves.
Alicia Castillo
Alicia is the operational anchor of our facility. She ensures every research day runs seamlessly — from preparing the space to creating a welcoming, professional front office experience for our clients and guests. Alicia brings both precision and hospitality to everything she touches. And when needed, she can step in and manage an entire recruit from start to finish. Her attention to detail extends all the way to our signature cookie presentations.