Thomas Peditto - Principal Owner- Local Galaxy Web Development

Web Consultant, Designer, Project Manager, Internet Marketing Specialist.

Mr. Tom Peditto began his career in Web development with Shanachie Entertainment in 1998. Since then he has successfully developed a wide range of online destinations within the entertainment/publishing industry. His strengths in Web development lie in design, Internet marketing, planning, production, strategic initiatives and branding.

In 1998, Mr. Peditto joined Wind-Up Records' New York City Internet Marketing staff where he was instrumental in the development of Online strategies used to market the platinum recording artist Creed. Real Networks declared of Wind-Up, "More than any other record label, Web-savvy Wind-Up Records has embraced the Internet as a core-marketing vehicle." The Los Angeles Times noted, " the Internet campaign set up by the band's indie label, Wind-Up Entertainment, is a model for how to spread the word…"

Following his success at Wind-Up Records, In 1999 Mr. Peditto was hired to develop the concert listings website Gigmania. As Co-Founder and Vice President, he developed and designed the site and and marketing plan. He developed an award-wining destination that featured a regional tour listings section with access to rich media while developing a membership of over 80,000 in less than one year through an aggressive promotion and online marketing campaign.

Gigmania garnered recognition from major Press outlets including "Site of the Day" from USA Today and Etour.com, and was ranked as the #1 music site online by Y2G/Fubu. The Industry Standard called Gigmania "An essential music resource."

Using his entertainment industry experience Mr. Peditto moved onto International publishing company M. Shanken Communications. There he managed site production including advanced html and design of WineSpectator.com and CigarAficionado.com. He successfully managed and Implemented the redesign of WineSpectator.com the award winning and leading wine destination. He consulted on Internet technology solutions and implementation and managed design and production including streaming video implementation, flash animation, and advanced JavaScript. He also consulted on department productivity as well as promotion and marketing campaigns.

In 2002, Mr. Peditto continued to develop his web consultancy Local Galaxy Web Development. His recent client list includes: Nickelodeon Games and Sports, Off-Broadway Production company TNT Productions and Theatermania. Visit http://www.localgalaxy.com for detailed services and portfolio.

In 2007, some 7 years since inception, Local Galaxy Web Development has continued steady growth, while also expanding its' offerings to include search engine marketing and email communications solutions.