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Senior web developer with 25+ years of experience building, fixing, and rescuing WordPress and Webflow sites. Known for fast turnaround — most projects shipped in days, not weeks. US-based, with 5-star reviews from every Upwork engagement to date — all with North American businesses, agencies, and eCommerce brands. Clients hire me for one of two reasons: they need a site built right the first time, or their current site is slow, broken, outdated, or not converting — and they want someone who can simply fix it without drama, delays, or excuses. What clients say: ⭐ "Nelson was great to work with in every way. I recommend him highly." ⭐ "Amazing speed, communication, and quality of work." ⭐ "Fast and experienced. Recommended." ⭐ "He was very quick and efficient." 🔧 WordPress expertise: ✅ Elementor, Elementor Pro, and Divi builds, redesigns, and layout fixes ✅ WooCommerce setup, product pages, checkout, and store optimization ✅ WordPress critical error fixes, PHP issues, and plugin conflicts — usually resolved same-day ✅ WordPress speed optimization and Core Web Vitals improvement ✅ Site migrations, backups, hosting/SFTP, DNS, and launch support ✅ Malware cleanup, security hardening, and ongoing maintenance ✅ Custom plugins, themes, and API integrations when standard tools fall short 🎨 Webflow expertise: ✅ Figma-to-Webflow conversions, pixel-perfect ✅ Webflow CMS builds and dynamic content setups ✅ Landing pages, responsive fixes, and complex interactions ✅ Migrations to and from Webflow ✅ Webflow site audits and performance reviews 📌 Recent Upwork work: Builds: Conversion-focused business sites, one-page tools, advisory landing pages, high-volume contractor and local-service websites, Webflow contract builds Fixes & rescues: WordPress critical errors, plugin conflicts, address changes, SMTP issues, hosting and email delivery — typically resolved same-day Audits & strategy: WordPress and Webflow site audits with prioritized recommendations (including a $1,000 audit engagement) Migrations & integrations: Shopify-to-WordPress migrations, WooCommerce removal, Mailchimp, Squarespace, and Framer integrations Ongoing support: Multi-month maintenance contracts, Elementor plugin updates, backups, and emergency response Industries served: eCommerce, professional services, advisory firms, hospitality, recreation, and small-to-mid sized US businesses across multiple states. How I work: I handle every project personally — no outsourcing, no handoffs, no junior developers hiding behind my profile. Clean communication, clean code, full testing, and a clear summary of what was changed and why on every engagement. Same-day response during US business hours on active projects. 📩 Send me your site URL, the platform, and what's frustrating you. I'll review it and reply with a practical next step — usually within an hour during business hours. Keywords WordPress, Webflow, WooCommerce, Elementor, Elementor Pro, Web Design, Web Development, WordPress Development, WordPress Website, WordPress Website Development, WordPress Website Design, WordPress Theme, WordPress Theme Development, WordPress Plugin, WordPress Plugin Development, WordPress e-Commerce, WordPress Developer, WordPress Expert, WordPress Designer, WordPress Speed Optimization, WordPress Migration, WordPress Bug Fix, WordPress Maintenance, Webflow CMS, Webflow Development, Figma to Webflow, Webflow Designer, Landing Page, Landing Page Design, Landing Page Development, conversion-focused landing page, high-converting landing page, landing page optimized for paid traffic, Website Migration, Website Redesign, Website Customization, Website Performance Optimization, Page Speed Optimization, Core Web Vitals, Technical SEO, On-page SEO, Search Engine Optimization, API Integration, Figma to WordPress, PSD to WordPress, Responsive Design, Mobile-First Design, Custom PHP, PHP, JavaScript, HTML, HTML5, CSS, CSS3, MySQL, E-commerce Website, E-commerce Website Development, WooCommerce Developer, WooCommerce Store, fast loading website, clean maintainable code, experienced WordPress developer, experienced Webflow developer, no-outsourcing freelancer, 5-star WordPress developer

Your website should bring in leads and customers, not just sit there looking nice. I build and optimize high-performing sites for Fortune 500 brands (Procter & Gamble, GE, McDonald’s, Samsung) and growing businesses — built to convert from day one. ◆ 100% Job Success ◆ Expert-Vetted (top 1% on Upwork) ◆ 15+ years ◆ Fortune 500 & global enterprise clients WHAT I DO FOR CLIENTS: • Build fast, modern WordPress & Elementor sites built to convert, without agency bloat • Turn existing sites into lead machines with CRO, SEO, and conversion tracking • Connect your site to your CRM and automate the busywork so no lead slips through • Own the strategy above the build — I think like a marketing leader, not just a developer RESULTS I’VE DELIVERED: • Generated $5M+ in annual revenue for a national financial services provider through WordPress CRO • Boosted a B2B SaaS firm’s lead conversion by 32%, supporting 8-figure annual revenue • Cut Elementor page load time from 6s to 1.4s, increasing site traffic by 125% • Built and automated a WooCommerce store generating $275K/mo for a specialty retail client You may already have a decent-looking site, but it is not generating enough leads, sales, or measurable results. Or you may be tired of managing your website, plugins, tracking, forms, automations, and SEO in separate silos. I help pull those pieces together into one website and marketing engine that is built to perform. My best-fit projects range from focused Elementor builds to larger WordPress, CRO, and automation engagements. Where I bring the most value: WEB BUILDS & WEBOPS I build fast, flexible websites that are clean, scalable, easy to manage, and built to convert. • WordPress & Elementor builds, rebuilds, landing pages, and page-builder work • WooCommerce, Shopify, Webflow, and Framer builds when the project calls for them • Responsive, mobile-optimized builds tuned for speed, Core Web Vitals, and clean UX • Plugin cleanup, malware recovery, technical fixes, and site rescue DESIGN, BRANDING & UX I turn rough ideas, brands, and layouts into polished pages that feel clear, credible, and on-brand. • Figma design and prototyping, including AI-assisted concepts with Figma Make • Adobe production work for web graphics, assets, and brand execution • Conversion-focused design grounded in CRO, UI/UX, and user behavior • On-brand layouts that keep messaging, visuals, and calls to action consistent FULL-STACK TECHNICAL DEPTH I can go beyond the page builder when a project needs custom code, hosting fixes, or deeper technical work. • Custom solutions in PHP, JavaScript & CSS • Command line, AWS, VPS, server administration, and deployment workflows • Enterprise & managed WordPress hosting, including WP VIP and WP Engine • MySQL databases, Git, version control, and custom API integrations • CMS support and migrations involving Drupal, Joomla, Craft CMS, and legacy/custom platforms AI & CRM AUTOMATION I connect your website to CRMs, forms, chatbots, and automations so every lead is captured and routed. • Website & customer-support AI chatbots • Optimized lead-capture forms with Gravity Forms, WP Forms, and Typeform feeding straight into your CRM • Lead routing, CRM workflows, and integrations via Airtable, Zapier, and Make • CRM & marketing platforms: HubSpot, GoHighLevel, Klaviyo, ActiveCampaign SEARCH & VISIBILITY I help websites get found through technical SEO, local search, tracking tools, and emerging AI search visibility. • Technical SEO grounded in mechanics, not guesswork • Local SEO: Google Business Profile, citations, multi-location, reviews, and rank tracking • Tools: Ahrefs, Semrush, Google Search Console, Local Falcon, BrightLocal • AI search / answer-engine visibility — the emerging side of getting found MEASUREMENT & TESTING I set up tracking, dashboards, and tests so you can see what is working and improve with real data. • GA4, Google Tag Manager, conversion tracking, call tracking, and attribution • Looker Studio dashboards so you can see what’s working • A/B testing to improve, not guess • Tracking audits that often find money you’re already leaving on the table MARKETING STRATEGY & GROWTH I help align your site, SEO, automation, and paid channels into one focused growth engine that drives leads. • Fractional CMO / growth marketer — set strategy, align channels, own the numbers • Hands-on Google Ads & Meta Ads experience; can run paid directly or direct a specialist • One marketing engine where site, SEO, automation, and spend pull the same direction For clients who want ongoing support, I offer managed care plans for hosting, maintenance, updates, monitoring, optimization, and priority help after launch. Let’s talk. The fastest way to know if I’m the right fit is a quick call. Send me a message with what you’re working on, and I’ll let you know whether I can help, what I’d recommend, and how I’d approach it.

I’m a senior UI/UX designer and Webflow expert with 7+ years of experience creating high-performing, conversion-focused websites. I don’t just focus on visuals—I design with clear business goals in mind, improving user flow to drive real results like sign-ups, applications, and revenue. I’ve delivered 50+ projects end-to-end, from UX strategy to Webflow build, ensuring everything is clean, scalable, and optimized for performance. I work closely with clients as a partner, helping shape the right solution—not just the design. If you’re looking for something that feels premium and actually performs, I’d love to collaborate.

🔹 Upwork Expert-Vetted Developer - Top 1% of Talent on Upwork 🔹 I’m the founder of Millennial Web Development, a hands-on WordPress development firm. We help agencies, startups, and growing businesses build, maintain, and improve WordPress websites, whether that’s a single project or ongoing support over time. I lead a small, experienced team of WordPress-focused developers and designers, and I stay directly involved in every project. Clients work with us because they want the reliability of a firm, paired with clear communication and a single accountable point of contact. A large portion of our work is partnering with marketing agencies as an extension of their development team, handling overflow work, white-label builds, and ongoing support when internal resources are stretched. At the same time, we regularly work with individual business owners who need a dependable partner for a one-off site, a rebuild, or continued improvements after launch. What We Help With 🔹 Agency Overflow & White-Label WordPress Development Reliable execution for agencies that need extra capacity without hiring. 🔹 Custom WordPress Builds Clean, scalable custom themes, ACF, Gutenberg blocks, and tailored functionality. 🔹 Ongoing Maintenance & Support Updates, fixes, performance improvements, content changes, and feature enhancements. 🔹 Site Rescue & Cleanup Taking over existing or stalled WordPress sites, fixing issues, and finishing projects properly. 🔹 WooCommerce & Integrations Custom WooCommerce work, third-party tools, APIs, and CMS customization. Clients often engage us through project-based work, prepaid hour blocks, or ongoing support arrangements, depending on their needs. If you’re looking for a reliable WordPress partner who sticks around, I’d be happy to talk through your project.

I’m a Chicago-based software leader and founder of Gotoinc — a full-stack Talent-as-a-Service agency, focused on Ruby-powered solutions. We work with founders, engineering, and product leaders who need reliable talents, proficient in UI/UX design, front-end engineering, back-end engineering, and DevOps. This is a group of vetted professionals I’ve personally built and led over the years. We help: - Launch and scale Ruby on Rails platforms - Modernize legacy Rails applications - Improve performance and system architecture - Ensure long-term maintenance and reliability - Design a clean, intuitive UI/UX for complex workflows Among our projects: - FinTech platform associated with Growth Hacking creator Sean Ellis. We supported a private equity and fund services technology platform operating in complex financial environments. - HIPAA-compliant telemedicine platform for US-regulated markets. Long-term collaboration on a healthcare platform operating across multiple US states under strict regulatory and compliance requirements, handling sensitive medical data at scale. - EdTech ecosystem with IPO-level Due Diligence (GNS stock). We worked 7–8 years with GeniusU, supporting the platform through significant Due Diligence processes related to IPO readiness. At one stage, nearly the entire engineering team (except the CTO) was on our side. - IoT cybersecurity product (Product Management & UI/UX). We led product management and UI/UX for a security-focused IoT platform, specializing in complex dashboards, control panels, and data-heavy systems. - Enterprise collaboration with The Access Group (US division). After one of our previous projects was acquired, we were recommended as a key technical provider during the early-stage scaling within a larger enterprise structure. We work through 2 options: - Talents-as-a-Service model. A dedicated expert(-s) on a subscription basis. - Project-Based Collaboration model. We deliver a certain scope or solution in a pre-defined timeline/budget. How to start: 1. Having an intro, where we identify your request 2. Our team identifies specific Talent or Team for your request 3. We deeply research your request and outline a collaboration proposal for your specific case 4. Proposal presentation and negotiations 5. Paperwork 6. Collaboration kick off

I'm Brandon, a full-stack developer who builds websites, web applications, and SaaS products for B2B companies that want a developer who thinks like an operator, not just an order-taker. Most of my work falls into three areas: Custom web applications and SaaS products. Full-stack builds from MVP through scale, including the database design, integrations, and infrastructure decisions that determine whether a product survives its first 100 customers. I've built complete vertical SaaS products solo, including product, marketing site, payments, and the entire stack, so I understand what it takes to ship something that actually works in the real world. WordPress development for B2B and marketing-driven businesses. Custom themes and plugins, third-party API integrations, performance optimization, and the kind of technical SEO work that actually moves rankings instead of checking boxes. I've worked on everything from professional services sites and lead-generation builds to 5,000+ product eCommerce solutions, and I've spent enough time inside WordPress to know when it's the right tool and when you're better off with something else. Technology that supports sales, marketing, and operations. CRM integrations, marketing automation, analytics dashboards, internal tools, and the connective tissue that lets non-technical teams move faster. This is where my background really pays off, because I've run marketing for a B2B SaaS company while shipping the code, so I understand both sides of the conversation. Beyond the build: What makes me different from most developers on Upwork is that I haven't only built products. I've been responsible for the business outcomes they drive. I've led marketing and sales growth for companies across multiple industries (both B2B and B2C), owned operational technology end-to-end, and personally set up and managed the email campaigns, paid ad campaigns, and marketing automation that the systems I build are meant to support. That experience changes how I approach client work. When you describe a feature, I'm thinking about how it affects your conversion rate, your sales cycle, your support load, and your operational overhead, because I've been the person responsible for all of those numbers. When you ask me to build a landing page or a CRM integration or an email-capture flow, I'm not guessing what marketers need. I've been the marketer. Most developers can build what you ask for. Fewer can tell you whether you're asking for the right thing. What clients tell me sets me apart: I think about why we're building something before I write code. When you describe a business problem, I'm not waiting for you to translate it into a spec. I'll often push back on the spec. That makes me a better fit for founders and operators who want a technical partner, and a worse fit for clients who want a pair of hands to execute exactly what's in the ticket. I'm also unusual in that I can talk shop with both the marketing team and the engineering team, which matters more than people realize on projects where the two have to actually work together. Who I work best with: Small to mid-sized B2B companies, with particular strength in SaaS, professional services, and compliance-heavy industries Founders building their first or second product Marketing, sales, and operations leaders who need a technical partner who can also think strategically B2B teams that have tried to hire a "WordPress person" and realized they actually need someone more senior Tech I work in daily: PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, WordPress (deep), MongoDB, MySQL, REST APIs, and the various platforms and integrations that connect them. How I work: I take on a small number of clients at a time so each project gets real attention. Most start as a defined project and grow into something longer-term once we've built trust. That's the model I'm built for. If your project is a strong fit, I can usually start within a week. If you're looking for the cheapest developer on Upwork, I'm not the right person. If you want a technical partner who'll treat your business like one, push back when it matters, and ship work that holds up, let's talk.