Local Spark Digital Solutions Announces Strategic Expansion into Financial Services with Key Hires

PARKLAND, Fla. - April 1, 2025 - PRLog -- Local Spark Digital Solutions, LLC, a leader in digital marketing for the Home Services industry, is excited to announce its strategic expansion with the appointment of John Gatins as Business Development Manager. Additionally, Shelton Gillum joins the team, spearheading direct contractor partnerships for Local Spark Digital Solutions and Helm Licensing for Local Spark Platform Solutions. David Shabazz-Williams joins as Affiliate Manager, bringing his expertise to the company. These new hires will be joining the sales team under the leadership of Brian Paquette, who joined after serving as Senior Vice President at LendingTree.

Gatins brings a decade of experience in lead generation, client growth, and performance marketing, with a specialized focus on the Financial Services industry. Gillum, with his extensive background in sales and management, will drive strategic partnerships with contractors for Local Spark Digital Solutions, and manage new Helm Licensing for Local Spark Platform Solutions, leveraging his expertise to expand market reach. Shabazz-Williams, with his strong background in SEO, social media, and affiliate marketing, will focus on strengthening affiliate partnerships within the Home Services sector.

Gatins' proven track record of scaling operations and building successful partnerships, honed through his experience at Round Sky and across various industries, positions him as a key asset to Local Spark Digital Solutions, LLC. His expertise in connecting financial products with target audiences and driving sustainable growth aligns perfectly with the company's expansion strategy. Notably, his ability to identify and cultivate partnerships within the Financial Services sector will be pivotal in establishing Local Spark's presence and driving growth in this new vertical. While his primary focus will be Financial Services, he will also contribute to strengthening Local Spark's leadership in the Home Services market.

"I'm excited to join Local Spark Digital Solutions, LLC and lead the charge into the Financial Services sector," said John Gatins. "I look forward to leveraging my experience to build strong, lasting partnerships in this dynamic market while continuing to support growth in Home Services."

"We are thrilled to welcome John, Shelton, and David to our growing team," said Daniel Haim, CEO of Local Spark Digital Solutions, LLC. "John's specialized knowledge in the financial sector will be instrumental in our expansion, and Shelton's expertise in building strategic partnerships will significantly enhance our offerings in both Local Spark Digital Solutions and Local Spark Platform Solutions. David's experience will strengthen our affiliate marketing within Home Services. Their combined expertise will strengthen our client relationships and digital marketing capabilities across all our verticals."
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