Five by five build great looking, high performing websites. Known as one of the Gold Coast & Australia’s leading WordPress web design & website development and support agencies.
We deliver a combination of stunning design, robust technology and content that converts.
The only Gold Coast web developer to promise that we can double your website traffic and enquiries in under 6 months with a site you are very proud of.
Founded in 2006 by owner Jon Hollenberg, Five by Five was started in his spare bedroom by building websites in his boardshorts. Jon saw a tremendous opportunity in the marketplace to deliver beautiful web solutions that ultimately get results for clients.
We help businesses get a stack more leads which flow in and give the confidence to have an even more successful business.
JonHollenberg
Founder
With over 17 years experience within the web industry, Jon is an expert in online marketing and online growth strategies. Over the last eight years he has worked with over 500 Australian and international businesses, presented seminars and delivered hundreds of online projects. Jon’s design background coupled with his strong project management skills have made him successful in merging account management and leading a creative team. Jon has a Bachelor of Multimedia from Monash University.
Jon is a keen surfer, enjoys distance running and working out in the gym.
PeterCarter
Sales Lead
Starting his career as a professional Ballroom, Latin, Sth American and Rock n Roll Dance Instructor, Peter went on to spend 16 years behind a microphone in commercial radio working with some of Australia’s biggest media companies.
Gaining extensive experience in Sales, Promotions, Marketing and Events; Peter has jumped across to lead the sales team at Five by Five Web Design and Development Agency in Burleigh Heads.
A fanatical communicator who is always up for a chat and assisting new clients through the buying process.
SamHorn
Lead UI Designer
Seven years with five by Five and over 250+ custom designed websites has taught Sam a few things about user experience, interface design, website frameworks and design review processes. Sam heads up design at 5×5. A passionate guy who cares deeply about the work he does. The perfect mix of creativity, communication and leadership equips Sam with the tools to deliver one of a kind products.
When Sam’s not whipping up designs in Sketch App or syncing them to Invision you can find him grappling at the gym or traveling in Japan.
CarlaSchesser
Project Manager
Carla is our Five By Five project manager. While small, she packs a BIG punch. It is rumoured she once designed, coded and launched a new website in under two hours, all while sipping on a cappuccino casually scrolling through Instagram. True story. When Carla isn’t thinking about our clients (very rarely) or wrangling WordPress, you can find her at the beach taking photos of and patting (other peoples) dogs.
TammyTanner
Head Of Support
Tammy manages our Support Team and enjoys working with clients to solve problems and to achieve an outcome that adds value to their business. She is truly in her element when tackling complicated WooCommerce queries.
Tammy has a varied background including Television Production, where she spent 6 years honing her skills and working as a Production Manager. She also spent 13 years working in a Primary School as a Jack of All Trades, concentrating mainly on School Marketing and PR, Photography, and Multimedia.
Tammy spends her weekends as a Hockey Mom – but loves to take any opportunity to spend in the ocean, or behind a blow torch as a lampwork glass artist.
EddieO'Hara-Close
Junior UI Designer
Edwin has been interested in Graphic Design, Web Design and Web Development since his high school days. He completed a Diploma in Multimedia at GCIT while in high school which sparked his interest and ambition. After graduating high school he attended Griffith University and began his Bachelor of Digital Media, majoring in Graphic Design.
Since working at Five by Five, Edwin continues to advance his User Interface/Experience design skills and is also known as the icon master around the office. When he’s not creating unique designs he enjoys producing music, going to the gym, as well as playing basketball and golfing.
Our Development & Support Team
Leo
Noelyn
Carroll
Iggy
Alistair
Bob
Rolly
Bryan
Mac
LM
Kim
Mark Dave
Francis
Maricris
Mary Joy
How we do it
We communicate in plain english
Most clients are lost and they don’t know where to start with digital strategy. They are worried that they might stuff it up and want be educated before making investments in this space. We are a web developer that listens, understands your business and communicates in plain English.
We’re result driven
By clearly defining the goals from the start the expectations are set. We will formulate a customised plan that you actually understand and hold your hand every step of the way keeping you accountable.
We’re in it for the long haul
Your website should not be set and forget. The launch of a new site is just the start of this journey. Through a combination of website maintenance, conversion rate optimisation, education & being proactive we are able to help you grow to achieve the goals you have set.
Our clients are stoked
A rock solid team that you can rely upon
In existence for over 13+ years, we have had some time to get our act together. When you work with us, you are getting the combined power of a team with no single breakpoint. Skills such as project management, design, development, copywriting, photography and video are all part of the mix. This gives you the leverage of a skilled team that does what it says it going to do. on time, every time.
