WHO WE ARE
STC Direct Philly is a professional sales and marketing firm located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We work with multi-billion dollar clients, focusing on new account acquisition and brand recognition. By focusing our efforts on a hands-on, face-to-face approach, STC Direct Philly is able to bring our clients life-long customers with increased brand awareness and high levels of customer service!
Our organization is committed to training and developing self-motivated individuals and providing them with an opportunity to achieve success based on their own merit. STC Direct Philly believes that by fostering a team oriented and nurturing environment, it will provide an atmosphere where our team can enjoy the satisfaction of learning and overcoming challenges on a daily basis. Individual achievement is valued and rewarded, but we succeed as a whole by supporting and applauding the successes of our team members!
Interning at STC Direct Philly redefined entrepreneurship for me. Through office and field experience I learned what it takes to thrive, not just survive, in the sales business. Management equipped me with tools on how to work my way to the top.
Lenise Morales
Justin is an excellent leader and partner who has the ability to proactively manage and adapt in the face of change. He consistently led his teams to surpass expectations and bring profit to the business. Moreover, his dynamic personality and dedicated work ethic made it a pleasure to work with Justin and his direct reports. He is always helpful and willing to go the extra mile to support his clients, partners, employees, and customers.
Justin also brings strong confidence with him and can make a friend (or diffuse a tense situation) faster than anyone else I know. Beyond making a great first impression, as long as I have known Justin, he has not just “talked the talk,” but “walked the walk” as well.
Rodney Brown
Justin and his management team are a prime example of a ‘superb work ethic’. They are so dedicated to the goals and growth of the company. It’s inspiring to be around such professionals. Justin’s go-get and upbeat attitude are perfect for this fast-paced and demanding industry. There is nothing that he can’t or won’t do for the success of his business.
Ly Thuy Mai
I’m fortunate to have had STC Direct as a client for the past 3 years. I’ve seen them build relationships, grow their team, and expand their territory. I look forward to seeing their continued success and I know that with the leadership they have anyone would be fortunate to work with them.
Jenna Huss
BETTER THAN THE REST
MEET OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM
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Justin SgroPresident and Founder
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Emma HandManager
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Rick GoughneourVice President of Recruitment
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Fatima Mubashir-ElahiHR Recruiter
Justin Sgro
Justin was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. Growing up, Justin was an avid hockey player, which lead him to obtain a hockey scholarship to the University of Central Oklahoma. While attending UCO, Justin received a Degree in Marketing and a Minor in Real Estate along with All-American status on the ice.
After college Justin decided to follow his dreams and play professional hockey in Rome, NY for the Rome Frenzy of the FHL. After underlying issues during his rookie year, Justin decided to turn to his degree, natural competitive spirit, and leadership qualities and put them to work in the business world. After finding a company that had what Justin was looking for; a team environment, the ability to be competitive and upward mobility, Justin joined the perfect sales and marketing team in December 2010. Justin was on board from the start, and quickly got promoted to Management and now owns and operates STC Direct here in Philly.
Emma Hand
Born in Virginia Beach and raised in Lancaster, Emma attended Virginia Tech University, Majoring in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology. If we could pick 3 words to describe her, they would be hard-working, ambitious, and dedicated.
Rick Goughneour
Rick Goughneour grew up outside of Pittsburgh, PA and graduated from Robert Morris University with a degree in Corporate Communications in 2013. Rick started entry level in August of 2014 and quickly adapted to the fast paced culture of sales and marketing.
After joining the team Rick began to use the leadership skills he acquired during his days as President of his Fraternity in college as well as other student organizations. These leadership skills are what propelled him from an entry level position into our firm’s VP of Recruitment.
Rick looks to the future and is excited to continue his professional growth while also assisting with the growth and development of those around him.He enjoys many different types of music, going to concerts, watching movies and spending time with his three dogs, Lucky, Bailey and Demi.
Fatima Mubashir-Elahi
Fatima Mubashir-Elahi was born and raised in Central Jersey. Graduated from Kean University with my Masters in Elementary Education. I taught 3rd and 5th grade for two whole years before I decide to take my people-loving, bubbly personality into HR.
In my free time, I’ve recently been dabbling into art therapy which is very underrated but so relaxing and mindful. I also love staying active and love nature hikes. I make it a goal to find new hiking trailing weekly to conquer and drag my husband along as well.
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