Jason Heien Named in “Best WordPress Designers in Detroit”

An article by Ryan Stevens published on November 23rd, 2025, Jason Heien was named 1 of 6 designer / developers that are making things happen in Detroit!

In the article, Ryan write that Detroit has evolved from a hub of automotive power to a center of digital innovation, where WordPress design now fuels a new kind of creativity and engineering. Digital Reference highlights local WordPress professionals who go beyond building basic sites to engineer fast, scalable, human-centered digital ecosystems that reflect the city’s maker mindset. These designers and developers, from freelancers to agency experts, turn brand visions into sophisticated online experiences that embody the cutting edge of Detroit’s web and engineering scene.

You can read the full article here.

Jason Heien | AI Chatbot Developer | WordPress Developer

Jason Heien is a Detroit-based digital engineer known for blending structured processes with creative experimentation in WordPress and AI chatbot development. At Mindchip, he builds integrated WordPress–AI systems that automate workflows and create data-driven marketing and engagement ecosystems. His work focuses on process automation, efficiency, and scalable web systems for local and global clients, embodying the inventive, quirky energy of Detroit’s digital renaissance.

Laura Fuso | Designer + Strategist

Laura Fuso is a Detroit-based designer and strategist who blends creative storytelling with engineering-level problem solving to craft user-focused digital experiences. At MRM and through her personal brand, The Graphics Geek, she translates brand strategy into WordPress frameworks that emphasize human-centered design, structured creativity, and thoughtful user journeys. Her work spans creative direction, digital marketing, and UX, making her a trusted partner for brands and engineering clients seeking visually compelling yet highly functional online experiences.

Brittany Stafford | WordPress Front End Web Developer

Brittany Stafford is a purpose-driven WordPress developer who uses front-end design and content strategy to build clean, functional sites for small businesses, personal brands, and engineering-focused companies. Her work focuses on intuitive, minimal, and fast experiences that prioritize human connection, empathy, and clear communication, with a strong emphasis on responsive design, performance, accessibility, and authentic branding.

Nick Fischer | Web Developer

Nick Fischer is a performance-focused web developer whose work reflects Detroit’s engineering heritage, emphasizing clean architecture, structured UI systems, and highly maintainable WordPress builds. With full-stack expertise, he creates scalable, API-integrated solutions for organizations in technology, education, and manufacturing, prioritizing usability and long-term sustainability. His approach bridges design and engineering, treating WordPress as a robust engine for comprehensive digital transformation.

Scott Simpson | WordPress Web Developer

Scott Simpson is a WordPress-focused consultant who unites business strategy with engineering logic through his company, Vector Associates, LLC. He builds custom WordPress systems tailored to enterprise-level needs, aligning websites with broader operational and strategic goals while maintaining long-term, results-driven client relationships. Deeply connected to Detroit’s engineering and manufacturing communities, his work provides growing businesses with scalable digital systems rather than just standalone sites.

Kristin Markell | Full Stack Web Developer

Kristin Markell is a full-stack web developer at College Park Industries, blending WordPress expertise with complex data systems for Detroit’s prosthetic technology sector. Her work focuses on front- and back-end development that prioritizes performance, accessibility, compliance, and user empowerment in engineering and medical manufacturing. With a methodical, research-driven approach to UX and information architecture, she drives cross-departmental digital initiatives that embody human-centered innovation.

Detroit's WordPress innovators

Detroit’s WordPress innovators are revolutionizing the platform from a simple blogging tool into a robust engine for enterprise websites, marketing platforms, and eCommerce solutions. These professionals embody the city’s creative ecosystem, blending technology, resilience, and reinvention to drive digital business transformation.

Digital Reference is a curated digital consultancy that showcases innovative professionals blending strategy, execution, and local impact, with a focus on Detroit’s design heritage, engineering precision, and creative reinvention. Through detailed research and portfolio reviews, it highlights the city’s bold, resilient evolution in digital design, mirroring its broader story of future-focused transformation.

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