Lucas Shaffer is a small-town Georgia-born social entrepreneur who has dedicated his career to pushing the boundaries of digital marketing and community-focused technology. As the founder of Stand And Stretch, Lucas has built a best-in-class, boutique digital agency that integrates AI-powered solutions to accelerate workflows, unleash creative potential, and deliver high-impact results for clients across the U.S. Known for his "Theory of the 9s" and a collaborative, growth-oriented team culture, Lucas is as much a mentor as he is an innovator, blending creativity with cutting-edge technology. Most importantly, he loves spending quality time with his three boys, passing on his adventurous spirit and love for learning.

A Year In Virtual

Humbled. It’s a word that I can say has spent a lot of time in my mind over the past year. I’m more reflective, more deliberate, and I can say that I’ve crawled through some dark places to get to where I am today. I’ve listened to some great people and am a product of…

You’ve Got Mail…Chimp? Why MailChimp Takes The Cake in Email Marketing

Email marketing campaigns are a great way to share information directly to your customers’ inboxes — but are you using them to their full potential? It’s no secret that email campaigns have taken over the direct marketing scene. Have you seen what email campaigns are capable of lately? They look sleek, are user-friendly, and as…