MEET THE IMG TEAM
Meet the exceptional minds behind IMG Courses A.K.A. Internet Marketing Gold - a team that thrives on being at the forefront of SEO innovation. Comprising seasoned experts and enthusiasts alike, we are a community brought together by our collective passion for mastering the ever-changing dynamics of online search. With a commitment to collaborative learning, we pool our experiences, successes, and even failures to unravel the science of SEO.
Tim Nichols
President & CEO
Tim Nichols brings executive leadership experience from organizations like Amazon, Ticketmaster, and Experian, and acquired IMG Courses in 2025 to build on its reputation as a practitioner-first marketplace for SEO and digital marketing education.
A commercial pilot and longtime advocate for special needs families, he leads with the belief that the most useful insights come from applying hard-won lessons across very different domains.
Rita Ramos
Head of Operations
Rita is the operational backbone of IMG: building and owning the systems, processes, and infrastructure that keep the business running and scaling.
From cross-functional coordination and project management to people operations and KPI frameworks, she turns strategic intent into structured execution.
Abhishek Rathore
Support Manager
Abhishek has been an integral part of IMG for over five years, supporting the community as a dedicated support manager. He ensures smooth, dependable support that enhances community members’ overall experience.
Amanda Pimenta
Community Manager
With 8+ years of experience, Amanda specializes in building communities and organic growth strategies that have scaled audiences in the edtech and fintech industries.
She leverages her international background and deep empathy to foster a sense of belonging for IMG members while ensuring a seamless, professional experience for every student, member and partner.
Tim Upton
Marketing Director
Tim Upton is a marketing strategist, SEO analyst, and copywriter with extensive experience developing campaigns, launch strategies, and conversion-focused messaging.
At IMG Courses, he oversees marketing strategy and brand positioning, helping strengthen IMG’s reputation as the go-to community for SEOs and Digital Marketers looking to sharpen their skills, stay ahead of industry shifts, and learn from real-world practitioners.
Olivier Duong
Graphic Designer
Olivier Duong is the resident graphic designer for IMG Courses, bringing over 15 years of design, photography and visual communication experience to every project.
From course materials to brand assets, he ensures everything looks sharp, cohesive, and built to convert.
Luka
Tech Support
Luka started his journey in the digital world on a dynamic tech team, where he quickly developed a passion for and expertise in SEO. Over the years, he's risen through the ranks to become the Senior SEO Specialist and CTO of the company.
FOUNDERS
Kyle Roof
Co- Founder
Kyle Roof is the co-founder for IMG along with Andrew Steven. They are also co-founders of PageOptimizer Pro.
Andrew Steven
Co-Founder
Andrew Steven is the co-founder for IMG along with Kyle Roof. They are also co-founders of PageOptimizer Pro.
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