NWMotiv is a one stop resource for automotive enthusiasts in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho online and at events. Utilizing a Web 2.0 website, social media integration and a grassroots event team we’ve established the next generation of niche marketing for hyper localized exposure with real time feedback. To our audience we offer a range of free experiences, informed articles, professional photography, videos, and information about what matters to them as tuners in the Northwest.
Who is NWMotiv
The Pacific Northwest is rich with history; our tuner scene is no different. NWMotiv is comprised of successful known contributors to the last decade of the tuning scene in the region. From nationally recognized photographers and authors to marketers and production people that are known for some of the biggest niche automotive events in the region’s history.
What we do
NWMotiv is a free independent organization that specializes in online and offline activities for tuners and gear heads in the local region. The NWMotiv International Automotive Showcase, Fast Five Premiere and Forum Fest are just a handful of events our area has enjoyed this past year. Our goal is to bring you bigger and better events heading into the 2012 and to continue to provide you with the best coverage and features. Thank you to our family, friends, sponsors and fans for all the support since our launch!
| Core Managing Staff | ||
| Josh Mackey Editor-in-Chief Email Mackey |
Armin H. Ausejo Senior Associate Editor Email Armin |
Mike Bowen Senior Developer Email Mike |
| Josh is a seasoned automotive photographer and website pioneer. He currently shoots for most major tuner magazines and freelance designs as a profession. You can find his book “How to Digitally Photograph Cars” on Amazon.com. NWMOTIV is his latest project, collaborating with all his friends and colleagues to bring the best of what the Northwest has to offer.Follow Mackey’s Editors Blog Visit his Website |
Armin H. Ausejo is a Master of Communications in Digital Media, graduating from the University of Washington in 2006. He specializes in automotive and wedding photography, is President of the Project One car club, and has been working in the aftermarket automotive industry since 2006.Follow Armin’s Editors Blog Visit his Website |
Growing up, Mike watched his dad race Formula Fords nearly every weekend at tracks all around the Pacific Northwest in SCCA events. This is no doubt what created Mike’s passion for the automotive industry, whether it be his love for automotive photography or obsession over his own vehicles. Mike graduted from the UW in Physics and loves the Dawgs!Visit his Website |
| Support Staff & Writers | ||
| Chris Wold Editor at Large Email Chris | Editors Blog Visit his Website |
David Fotheringham Marketing and Sales Email Dave |
Colin Masterson Events Editor Email Colin |
| Cameron Jurgensen Staff Photographer Email Cameron |
Brian Stevens Tech Lead / On Site Staff Email Brian |
Jason Campbell Head Judge / Production Manager Email Jason |
| David “Gwag” Hinzte Photographer Email Gwag |
Michael Vernon Staff Writer Email Michael |
Matthew Burke On Site Staff |
| Erich Breitkreutz Tech Lead / On Site Staff |
Matt Faraca On Site Support |
Sean Green On Site Support |
| Contributors | ||
| Loren Haleston, Alex Kierstein, Nate Zimmer, Mario Chan, Kyle Pope, Andy Krzyzanowski, Nate Hassler, Kenji Nishimura, John Morimoto | ||
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