Your Full-Service Marketing Team

(WITHOUT THE FULL-TIME COST)

At UP Market Media, we’re a team of real people who genuinely care about helping businesses grow—whether you’re right down the road or across the country. From local startups to national brands, we work with businesses of all sizes to create smart, effective marketing that actually works. We bring deep knowledge, creative energy, and a whole lot of heart to everything we do—from websites and branding to SEO, social media, and ad campaigns. We’re not just your marketing agency—we’re your team, your partners, and your biggest supporters.

Meet yourmarketingteam.

Sharon Edwards

Founder/CEO

Sharon Edwards, Founder/CEO

Sharon founded UP Market Media in 2014. With nearly 20 years of experience in the advertising industry, she has extensive expertise in helping businesses achieve their goals by providing effective advertising solutions. Her primary focus is on digital advertising solutions. As a proud “Double Eagle,” she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and a Master’s degree in Business from Georgia Southern University.

Sharon grew up in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, and moved to Statesboro in 1999 to attend Georgia Southern University. During her five years at Georgia Southern, Sharon was an active member of the Equestrian team and served in several officer positions. She competed in both hunt seat and western for the GSET.

After graduation, she decided to pursue a career in the media field, first as a digital media specialist and later as an account executive for local media companies. During this time, she discovered her passion for working with local business owners and helping them succeed with digital and traditional marketing solutions.

As President at UP Market Media, Sharon oversees the day-to-day operations, manages client accounts, and serves as the team lead on all website design projects. She enjoys working hands-on to help our clients grow their businesses through practical solutions. She has extensive experience in website design, Google Ads, Social Media, Targeted Online Advertising, Graphic Design, and Search Engine Optimization.

Sharon is an active member of the community and currently serves as a member of Leadership Bulloch Alumni (class of 2019) and on the board of Habitat for Humanity of Bulloch County. In the past, she served on the board of the Boys & Girls Club of Bulloch County and was a member and held several officer positions with the Statesboro Jaycees.

When she’s not working, Sharon enjoys spending time with her husband, her son, two rescue pups, a cat, and horses. Horses have always been a massive part of her life, and she’s fortunate to be able to share this passion with her son. On the weekends, you can usually find her at horse shows, at the barn, or spending time with friends and family.

Basil Geddis

Marketing Specialist

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Shelby Hermann

Digital Creative Lead

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Shelby Herrmann, Digital Creative Lead

Shelby Herrmann is a creative thinker, visual storyteller, and all-around design enthusiast.
Originally from Ohio, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design before relocating to Atlanta to launch her career. She spent her first year freelancing across medical and retail marketing, gaining hands-on experience with a variety of industries and audiences.
She then stepped into a fast-paced role in education marketing, where she spent three years wearing many creative hats—working on everything from branding and print design to environmental graphics, apparel, and desktop publishing.
Now, as Digital Creative Lead at UP Market Media, Shelby brings strategy, heart, and a whole lot of creativity to the table—helping brands stand out and tell their stories in meaningful, impactful ways.
When she’s not designing, you’ll find her out in nature, nose in a good book, or hanging with her pup, Onyx. She’s a proud reality TV junkie and always down for a great taco.