This is us

Shift ONE is a creative, integrated marketing agency based out of Cape Town South Africa that delivers world-class service, creative strategies, and marketing campaigns to our clients around the world.

We are specialists in using a unique mix of digital marketing channels to achieve our clients’ goals and suit their budgets.

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Get to know Dylan Kohlstadt
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We do great work. We get great results. We grow great people.

“Shift ONE Digital was founded in 2011 by me, Dylan Kohlstadt, because I wanted to create the perfect agency - the kind of agency I've always wanted to work with - an agency that delivers results every time, who is friendly, knowledgeable and highly effective giving me 2-10 x ROI.

Since 2011, hundreds of brands have taken their businesses to the next level with Shift ONE, and now, you can too. Let's meet!”

Dylan Kohlstadt

CEO

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At Shift ONE, we create marketing that moves heaven and earth and takes you global. We can’t wait to partner with you to bring your vision to life.

As your one-stop shop for results-driven digital marketing, we have everything you need to succeed. We’ll develop sales-driven websites that build your brand, customer base, and rankings on Google. Enjoy top-quality video production, animations and social media content that resonates with and influences your audience. And much more...

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Meet our founders.

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Founder and CEO

Dylan Kohlstadt

Dylan Kohlstädt, founder and CEO of Shift ONE, is a digital marketing expert with over 20 years of experience, an MBA, and an IMMA Marketing Diploma. Not only she lead Shift ONE Digital, but she mentors entrepreneurs, sharing her expertise to help businesses grow.

A mother of two, Dylan balances her career with passions like surfing, kiteboarding, and playing guitar.

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CEO - USA

Michael Wimpey

Michael Wimpey, a creative and technical web development expert, joined Shift ONE in 2019, having collaborated with Dylan since 2011.

He has managed multi-million-dollar projects across Africa and is now establishing Shift ONE's division in the USA while staying at the forefront of digital marketing trends and technologies.

Our Values

  • Maturity
  • Organizational Skills
  • Understanding
  • Networking
  • Time Tracking and Prioritizing
  • Attitude
  • Initiative
  • Nurtured Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Proactivity and Strategic Thinking
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Knowledge and Expertise
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Meet our team of experts.

We know great people when we see them. Our team brings a wealth of experience from some of the world’s best companies, agencies, and startups.
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Dylan Kohlstadt

Dylan Kohlstadt

Founder and CEO

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Michael Wimpey

Managing Director

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Anet van Staden

COO

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John Killin

Chief Technical Officer

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Sara Noone

Head of Client Service

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Carmen Le Roux

Creative Director: Design

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Michelle Van Zyl

Digital & Performance Marketer

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Lauren Forssman

Graphic Designer: UX

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Amy Wannenburgh

Lead Copywriter

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Amahle Mtengenya

Creative Director: Multimedia

Joshua Davids

Joshua Davids

Web Team Lead

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Susan Breedt

Senior Account Manager

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Nadine Botha

Social Media Designer

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Mia Van Schalkwyk

Social Media Marketer

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Tamarin Van Reenan

Paid Media Director

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Cindy Wilson

HR & Admin

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Kundai Sani

Sales Executive

Norah Wilke

Norah Wilke

Digital Marketer

Ikraam

Ikraam Sage

Web and SEO

Shane Stevens

Shane Stevens

Web Developer

Rowena Childes

Rowena Childes

Senior Account Manager

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Bianca Calanga

Digital Marketer

Jolene Coetzer

Jolene Coetzer

Digital Marketer

Client testimonials

Happy clients = happy us

"I've worked with Dylan since she started Shift ONE digital and I must say that I can't imagine working with anyone else. She treats my business as if it were her own. She's knowledgeable, passionate, creative and innovative. I can highly recommend Shift ONE for all your above and below-the-line marketing requirements."

Karin Chisholm, CEO, Career Planet

"Working with the staff at Shift ONE has been seamless. Their innovative ideas, attention to detail, and quick turnaround time have helped elevate our business to the next level. Their detailed report-back sessions make it easy to stay informed and on top of everything."

Lecico

"Just a quick to note to say thank you to you and team for building such fantastic momentum over the past two weeks. Great engagements, powerful brainstorming sessions and very thought-provoking and crucial conversations! So glad you’re here!"

MOYO

"We deeply appreciate how you roll with us and our madness and all-over-ness. It is deeply appreciated. You really understand the rhythm of our business incredibly well."

Aephoria

"High praises for TDT and EAP home page and video. No changes to the layout structure or video!"

THT

"Super happy with the wireframe for ISS! You have a good reputation and you are experts in your fields, so I'm confident in leaving the heavy lifting to you. I can't wait to see everything come together."

ISS

"Thank you for the professional video shoot organised at our CT offices."

Mobius

"The Mining Indaba was a great event, great contacts and flyers were top notch."

Kuchera

"For the new look and feel of our website, we love it!"

CEO of Sirdar

"The social media looks great, love the theme! Its amazing how you guys can make it so distinguishable from other posts but still so similar to everything you've done before!"

IPT

"I actually love the article! The tone was spot on!"

Nadia

"It was a pleasure working with you and Michelle was a superstar!"

Dell

"I've received the updated Facebook cover image. It looks fantastic! I really appreciate the work you've put into it."

Ashleigh De Wet, Seeff

 

"Thank you for the stunning article!"

Merchant Factors

 

"Thank you so much for the outstanding website! We appreciate the effort."

Egen Holdings

 

Some of our clients.

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