Meet Our Team
Meet the Leadership Team at Success Near Me
At Success Near Me, our leadership team is dedicated to empowering small businesses with the strategies and insights needed to grow, scale, and thrive. With decades of experience in business planning, marketing, and financial management, our experts provide tailored solutions that help small business owners navigate challenges and achieve long-term success. Get to know the leaders who are driving innovation and growth for small businesses across the country.
Christie Anderson
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
With over two decades of experience in marketing, sales, and business development, Christie Anderson leads Success Near Me with a strategic vision focused on growth, innovation, and customer engagement. Before founding and leading the company, Christie served as President and Owner of Byte Success Marketing, where she specialized in call center management, media planning, and sales optimization across industries like financial services and education. Christie now dedicates her expertise to helping small businesses develop customized business plans and strategic growth roadmaps, ensuring long-term sustainability and profitability. She holds an MBA in Marketing and Management from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and brings an entrepreneurial spirit that fuels the success of the businesses she serves.
How She Helps Small Businesses:
Christie works directly with small business owners to craft comprehensive business plans that align with their industry, target market, and revenue goals. She provides detailed strategic growth plans, helping businesses scale, secure funding, and optimize operations for sustainable success.
Nathan Poling
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
A results-driven executive with expertise in business planning, marketing, and strategic business development, Nathan Poling serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Success Near Me. His career spans leadership roles at Byte Success Marketing and Kaplan Test Prep, where he managed high-growth initiatives, built successful sales teams, and developed innovative business strategies. With an MBA in Marketing and Leadership from Emory University, along with a Ph.D. in English, Nathan applies a structured, analytical approach to helping small businesses build strong business foundations and execute growth strategies.
How He Helps Small Businesses:
Nathan leads the business planning and strategic development services at Success Near Me, working with small businesses to create actionable growth strategies and implement effective
Justin Karras
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
As Chief Financial Officer, Justin Karras oversees financial strategy, planning, and risk management at Success Near Me. With a strong background in finance, accounting, and business strategy, Justin ensures the company’s fiscal health while providing expert financial consulting services to small businesses. His extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization helps businesses make informed financial decisions that support growth and sustainability.
How He Helps Small Businesses:
Justin leads the financial consulting division, helping small business owners understand their financials, develop smart budgeting strategies, and optimize profitability. His expertise in cash flow management and long-term financial planning ensures clients maintain financial stability while scaling their businesses.
Azlynn Anderson
Director of Marketing
A digital marketing expert with a passion for data-driven strategies, Azlynn Anderson leads the marketing efforts at Success Near Me. With a proven track record in SEO, social media management, content marketing, and AI-driven advertising optimization, she has helped brands increase visibility and customer engagement. Azlynn holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from East Carolina University and is certified in Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, and Salesforce.
How She Helps Small Businesses:
Azlynn develops customized digital marketing strategies that help small businesses increase brand awareness, optimize their online presence, and drive customer engagement. Through AI-powered insights, SEO enhancements, and paid ad campaigns, she ensures small businesses can attract, convert, and retain customers efficiently.