About

Say hello to your new pros.

We are a team of skilled developers specializing in custom themes for influencers, food bloggers, and digital content creators.

We prioritize optimization and performance, adhering to mobile and SEO best practices. We invest time into understanding each client’s vision, tech requirements, and pain points to ensure a mutually beneficial outcome.

Meet our powerhouse
team of female coders.

  • Lindsay Pruitt WordPress Developer

    Lindsay

    Founder & Lead WordPress Strategist

    Based in Gig Harbor, Washington, Lindsay is the founder of Made to Thrive and a seasoned WordPress developer with 12 years of hands-on experience. Her focus is on helping content creators and business owners elevate their online presence and monetize their websites.

    Lindsay balances work with being a military wife and mom to two kids (alongside their loveable lab, Mia), and finds joy in exploring new places and enjoying good food and coffee.

  • Samantha McGuire WordPress Developer

    Sam

    Lead WordPress Developer & Support Tech

    Based in Alberta, Canada, Sam is an experienced WordPress developer, specializing in coding custom themes since 2015. She enjoys the challenges of coding unique features for clients, and brings creativity and kindness to her projects and tech support.

    Outside of work, Sam finds joy in the culinary arts, trail running, and exploring the outdoors. She loves venturing to new places with her husband, son, and their trusty four-legged companion.

  • Jess Rideout WordPress Developer

    Jess

    WordPress Developer & Support Tech

    Based in Saskatchewan, Canada, Jess transitioned from biotechnology to a devoted developer. Now deeply engaged in the WordPress ecosystem, Jess relishes finding inventive ways to enhance her development efficiency and bring designs to life.

    Beyond the screen, Jess finds joy in sewing, gardening, and exploring nature on hikes, where she loves identifying various plant and animal species. Her cherished companions are her two beloved old dogs – Ranger and Bourgeois.

  • Kate Busby WordPress Developer

    Kate

    Shopify Developer & Ecommerce Strategist

    Originally from Chicago (and now based permanently in Lisbon, Portugal!) Kate is our resident Shopify expert. With 6 years of experience, she is passionate about developing custom ecommerce sites that are both intuitive to use and visually stunning.

    Outside of work, Kate enjoys exploring Lisbon’s cobblestone alleys with her husband, Paul, and their feline companion, Amalia. Amidst the city’s charm, inspiration always flows for both digital work and the art of a well-lived life.

Our Seasoned Approach

  • We’re Confident.

    When it comes to cleaning up a complicated or messy site, this is not our first rodeo. We’re experts who have truly seen it all.

  • We’re Efficient.

    With an easy process we’ve refined for over a decade, we’re always on time and never over-scheduled so we can keep things moving.

  • We’re Transparent.

    We’re honest about our technical capabilities and forward about costs, timelines and potential snags.

  • We’re Reliable.

    Clear communication is essential to a smooth project, so we’re quick to respond and deliver without wasting time or billing for blurry goalposts.

  • We’re Enthusiastic.

    We approach our work and our client relationships with positive momentum, optimistic energy and genuine excitement. We’re in this together!

Confidently showcase your brand identity with our expertise.

We’ll set you up with a backend that’s a breeze to navigate, ensuring your website runs like a charm. You can maintain a strong online presence and keep your audience engaged, all without relying solely on social media.

  • ✔️ Take back your time with a super-organized site
  • ✔️ Optimized themes for optimal performance
  • ✔️ Tactical guidance for monetizing your site
  • ✔️ Simplicity leveraged with a drag & drop editor
  • ✔️ Top-tier coding with SEO & accessibility in mind
  • ✔️ Tech support that won’t make you pull your hair out
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