Today we’re excited to be connecting with Vincent Markesino again. If you haven’t already, we suggest you check out our prior conversation with them here.
Vincent, always such a pleasure connecting with you and thank you for sharing your stories, insights and inspiring messages with our community. We’re looking forward to getting the download and what you have been up to since our last interview, but first can you briefly introduce yourself to folks who might have missed the prior conversation.
From Coffee to Code: How Vincent Markesino Built Web Updates into a Digital Powerhouse
When we last spoke with Vincent Markesino, the conversation was all about coffee—sourcing, brokering, and helping entrepreneurs launch their own coffee brands. But like many industries, coffee was not immune to the disruptions of the pandemic. Supply chains stalled, and businesses struggled to stay afloat. For Markesino, this moment wasn’t just a challenge; it was an opportunity to pivot.
With more people shifting to remote work and entrepreneurship, Markesino tapped into his existing web skills—originally used to help small coffee startups—and founded Web Updates (webupdates.net). The company quickly became a vital resource for independent businesses, particularly Nurse-Owned Staffing Agencies (NOSAs), a rapidly growing sector in the healthcare industry.
Markesino saw the need for strong digital foundations in an industry where professionals were highly skilled in patient care but often lacked the time or expertise to build their brands. Web Updates stepped in, offering custom-built websites, social media management, marketing strategies, and overall brand development, ensuring that NOSAs could hit the ground running with a strong online presence.
Since its launch, Web Updates has helped over 1,200 businesses and brands successfully establish themselves, proving that adaptability and digital innovation are crucial in today’s business world.
“I’ve always believed in meeting people where they are and helping them get where they want to go,” says Markesino. “Whether it was coffee entrepreneurs or healthcare professionals, my goal has always been to create systems that work, so businesses can focus on what they do best.”
With Web Updates continuing to expand its reach, Markesino is proving that a well-built digital presence can make or break a business in today’s market. And as more professionals step into entrepreneurship, he and his team remain at the forefront, ensuring they have the tools to succeed.
Awesome, so we reached out because we wanted to hear all about what you have been up to since we last connected
Since our last conversation, a lot has changed. Back then, my focus was on coffee—helping entrepreneurs build and scale their own coffee brands. But like many industries, the pandemic shook things up, and even coffee supply chains came to a standstill. During that time, I noticed a major shift—more people were stepping into entrepreneurship, working from home, and looking for ways to build something of their own.
I took the web skills I had from assisting small coffee businesses and launched Web Updates (webupdates.net), shifting my focus to helping new businesses get established online. One of the biggest industries I found myself working with was Nurse-Owned Staffing Agencies (NOSAs)—nurses who were starting their own staffing businesses but needed help with websites, branding, social media, and marketing. These are professionals who are incredible at what they do but often don’t have the time or expertise to build a strong digital presence. That’s where Web Updates comes in.
Fast forward to today, and Web Updates has helped over 1,200 businesses launch successfully, and that number keeps growing. The most exciting part is seeing these businesses not just launch but thrive—getting contracts, expanding their teams, and making a real impact in their industries.
It hasn’t all been easy—scaling up quickly comes with its own challenges—but the growth has been incredible. I’m especially excited about expanding our reach, refining our services, and continuing to support small businesses and entrepreneurs who are making big moves in their industries.
At the end of the day, what drives me is helping people turn their ideas into something real. Whether it was coffee brands back then or staffing agencies today, the mission has always been the same—giving businesses the tools they need to succeed. And I’m just getting started.
Alright, so let’s do something a bit more fast-paced and lighthearted. We call this our lightning round and we’ll ask you a few quick questions.:
- Favorite Movie: The Goonies
- Favorite Book: The Legacy
- Favorite TV Show: How It Works
- Favorite Band or Artist: M.C. Escher
- Sweet or Savory: Sweet
- Mountains or Beach: Mountains
- Favorite Sport (to watch): Baseball
- Favorite Sport (to play): Baseball
- Did you play sports growing up (if so which ones): Wrestling, baseball, football, track
- As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up: A Musician
- French Fries or Onion Rings: Fries that include that one bandit onion ring somehow
- Chuck Rhodes or Bobby Axelrod: I dont watch that show
- Favorite Cartoon growing up: Looney Toons
- Favorite Childhood movie: Never Ending Story
- Favorite Breakfast Food: McDonalds
What do you want people to remember about you and your brand? What are some of things that you feel are most important, unique, special, etc?
At Web Updates (webupdates.net), I want people to remember that we’re more than just a web design company—we’re a launchpad for entrepreneurs. Whether it’s a Nurse-Owned Staffing Agency (NOSA), a small business, or a personal brand, we don’t just build websites; we create a foundation for success.
What sets Web Updates apart is our hands-on approach—we don’t just design and disappear. We provide ongoing support, strategy, and real-world marketing solutions to help businesses not only launch but thrive. Every website we build is designed with growth in mind, ensuring that businesses have the tools they need to scale and compete in today’s digital world.
One of the most important things for me is empowering business owners. Many of our clients are incredible at what they do but don’t have the time or expertise to establish a strong online presence. That’s where we come in—helping them with branding, marketing, and the digital infrastructure they need to stand out and succeed.
Since launching, Web Updates has helped over 1,200 businesses and brands establish themselves online, and that number continues to grow. What makes this journey special is seeing these businesses transform from ideas into successful, thriving brands.
At the core of everything we do is a simple belief: Your success is our success. We’re not just building websites—we’re helping people build their dreams.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://webupdates.net
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/webupdatesnow/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/webupdatesnet/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/web-updates/
- Twitter: https://www.x.com/webupdatesnow
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGfinLRIxc8zLo_5wVycUng
- Other: https://vimeo.com/998281761/41f5db6408
