Demos Orphanides
About Demos Orphanides
Demos Orphanides serves as the Director of Digital Solutions Consulting at Blue Acorn iCi, bringing extensive experience in web technology and community strategy. He has a background in various roles across multiple organizations, including HASTAC and the American Arbitration Association, and possesses strong skills in web development and digital solutions.
Work at Blue Acorn iCi
Demos Orphanides currently serves as the Director of Digital Solutions Consulting at Blue Acorn iCi, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves overseeing digital consulting initiatives and leveraging his expertise in web technologies. Prior to this position, he worked as a Senior Digital Solutions Consultant for three months in 2021 and as a Content Manager for six months in 2018. Additionally, he served as a Senior Business Systems Analyst from 2019 to 2021, contributing to various projects within the organization.
Previous Experience at HASTAC
From 2014 to 2018, Demos Orphanides worked at HASTAC as the Director of Web Technology & Community Strategy. In this role, he focused on enhancing web technologies and community engagement strategies. Earlier in 2014, he also held the position of Drupal Webmaster & Online Community Strategist for five months. His tenure at HASTAC allowed him to develop a strong foundation in online community management and web development.
Educational Background
Demos Orphanides holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Law & Society with a concentration in Social Psychology from Oberlin College. He also attended The Loomis Chaffee School and earned an Associate’s Degree in Advertising & Graphic Design from Alamance Community College. His educational background provides a diverse foundation that supports his professional endeavors in digital solutions and community management.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Demos possesses a solid understanding of web fundamentals, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. He is experienced in implementing and administering various content management systems (CMS) such as AEM, Drupal, and WordPress. His technical proficiency extends to the Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office Suite / 365, and collaboration tools. Demos also has strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills, which enhance his ability to communicate effectively in business, legal, and marketing contexts.
Community Management and Digital Strategy
Demos Orphanides specializes in facilitating and managing user communities online. He applies design-thinking principles and practical technology to enhance community engagement. His expertise includes project planning, website operations, e-learning methods, and web content strategy. Demos is knowledgeable in SEO fundamentals and has a proven ability to understand and rapidly learn new systems and software, which supports his role in digital solutions consulting.