Meet Your Experts

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John Milisitz

Publisher, SEO & Digital Marketing Specialist

John Milisitz is a seasoned marketing executive with over 25 years of experience helping businesses scale with clarity, purpose, and measurable results. Known for his strategic mindset and unwavering professionalism, John has worked with companies of all sizes — from local entrepreneurs to national brands — guiding them toward stronger visibility, smarter growth, and lasting impact.

Beyond the boardroom, John is a devoted father to three incredible kids and a firm believer that success means nothing without service. He is an active member of the community and proudly serves on the board of the Virginia Beach Library Foundation. Whether he’s leading a client strategy, coaching youth sports, or championing literacy and education, John brings the same commitment, heart, and leadership to everything he does.

Allegra Milisitz

Writer, Co-Publisher, and Social Media Expert

Allegra Milisitz is a dynamic force in marketing, media, and brand development. As co-founder of The Milisitz Agency, she brings a rare blend of creative instinct, strategic vision, and on-camera charisma to every project. With a background in television and years of experience producing high-performing content, Allegra knows what it takes to command attention — and convert it into growth.

She specializes in helping brands find their voice, tell their story, and rise above the noise. From luxury print campaigns to digital strategy and social amplification, Allegra is driven by results — and rooted in authenticity.

When she’s not building brands, Allegra is a proud stepmom, community connector, and passionate advocate for storytelling that makes an impact. She believes the best marketing doesn’t just reach people — it resonates.

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Sara Jessick

Senior Designer & Art Director

Sara brings over 10 years of design experience across digital, print, and brand strategy. With a background in accessible design and editorial photography, she delivers clean, impactful visuals that elevate every project. Known for her creative precision and thoughtful execution, Sara is a vital part of our agency’s visual storytelling.

Janet Hladik

Designer

Janet is a talented Graphic Designer currently creating visually compelling regional magazine layouts. A graduate of the International Academy of Design & Technology, she combines refined aesthetic sensibility with strong technical design skills to deliver clean, thoughtful visuals with purpose.

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Amanda Meister

Assistant
Amanda supports operations, client success, and editorial logistics across the Milisitz team. She holds a master’s degree from Arkansas State University and specializes in process design, scheduling, and quality control. Amanda streamlines handoffs, organizes assets and deadlines, and ensures projects move from concept to completion without friction. Her behind-the-scenes focus helps us deliver on what matters most: consistent, high-quality results for our clients and community.

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Zoe Nitsche

Operations Assistant

Direct, efficient, detail-driven. Keeps workflows tight and projects moving. The behind-the-scenes force that makes everything run cleaner and smoother.