About WSI Digital Advisors
Our award-winning management team consists of business leaders and experts, led by Peter McKenna and Nicky McKenna.
We work as part of your team, using our strategy-led approach to help get more customers for your business in a cost-effective way.
We speak business to you not jargon.
We are the business experts who will help you make more money online.
Our Team
Peter McKenna
Peter has been at the cutting edge of ecommerce for over 20 years with brands like The White Company, Samsonite, Dwell, MFI, Rotary Watches and Superdrug.
As CEO of WSI Digital Advisor for 5 years, we have helped over one hundred clients achieve business growth by leveraging our technical knowledge with our business experience.
His experience will craft a communications strategy that is right for your business and right for your budget.
He has been part of the evolution of this market, and is now part of the largest global digital marketing network, working with businesses to help them understand the power of online customer engagement and how quickly they can use it to drive results for them.
We will help you find the strategy to design and implement the perfect digital marketing solution to fit your company and your budget as every business now needs a 24/7 online window to your world, because that’s what your customers expect.
Peter McKenna
Peter McKenna
Peter has been at the cutting edge of ecommerce for over 20 years with brands like The White Company, Samsonite, Dwell, MFI, Rotary Watches and Superdrug.
As CEO of WSI Digital Advisor for 5 years, we have helped over one hundred clients achieve business growth by leveraging our technical knowledge with our business experience.
His experience will craft a communications strategy that is right for your business and right for your budget.
He has been part of the evolution of this market, and is now part of the largest global digital marketing network, working with businesses to help them understand the power of online customer engagement and how quickly they can use it to drive results for them.
We will help you find the strategy to design and implement the perfect digital marketing solution to fit your company and your budget as every business now needs a 24/7 online window to your world, because that’s what your customers expect.
Nicky McKenna
Nicky works with business owners and leadership teams to align digital marketing with clear, commercial goals. As co-founder of WSI Digital Advisors with Peter, she has spent the past five years helping clients—ranging from consultancies and manufacturers to multi-channel retailers—cut through complexity, and focus on what truly drives results.
She understands the pressures of trading, the complexity of brand management, and the realities of delivering growth in fast-paced, competitive markets. This combination of strategic insight and practical experience enables her to focus on the levers that make a difference—whether that’s refining a website’s role, improving customer acquisition, or integrating digital more effectively into the wider business plan.
Before founding WSI Digital Advisors, Nicky held senior leadership roles in a range of high-profile retail businesses spanning luxury, premium and high street sectors. Her background includes manufacturing, supply chain operations, and buying & merchandising, across categories such as fashion, furniture, fragrance and homewares. This depth of experience gives her a strong understanding of how brand, product and customer behaviour intersect—insight she brings to every client engagement to ensure digital activity is both commercially effective and creatively on point.
Nicky McKenna
Nicky McKenna
Nicky works with business owners and leadership teams to align digital marketing with clear, commercial goals. As co-founder of WSI Digital Advisors with Peter, she has spent the past five years helping clients—ranging from consultancies and manufacturers to multi-channel retailers—cut through complexity, and focus on what truly drives results.
She understands the pressures of trading, the complexity of brand management, and the realities of delivering growth in fast-paced, competitive markets. This combination of strategic insight and practical experience enables her to focus on the levers that make a difference—whether that’s refining a website’s role, improving customer acquisition, or integrating digital more effectively into the wider business plan.
Before founding WSI Digital Advisors, Nicky held senior leadership roles in a range of high-profile retail businesses spanning luxury, premium and high street sectors. Her background includes manufacturing, supply chain operations, and buying & merchandising, across categories such as fashion, furniture, fragrance and homewares. This depth of experience gives her a strong understanding of how brand, product and customer behaviour intersect—insight she brings to every client engagement to ensure digital activity is both commercially effective and creatively on point.
Marelise Widdall
Operations Director
Marelise Widdall
Marelise Widdall
Operations Director
Hande Ocak Başev
AI Strategist
Hande Ocak Başev is a leading expert in AI-driven business strategies, management consulting, and digital transformation, with 25 years of experience. She has spearheaded over 350 strategic, operational, and technological transformation projects and led more than 50 business development initiatives. As a board member, she has provided strategic consultancy to organizations, helping them achieve sustainable growth and long-term success. As the AI Partner of WSI’s London and Istanbul offices, Hande drives AI strategies for WSI’s extensive network across 82 countries, and is a member of WSI’s Global AI Leadership Board, advising on the strategic integration of AI in business. A recognized thought leader, Hande contributes regularly to Forbes Türkiye, sharing insights on AI trends, governance, and business applications.
Hande Ocak Başev
Hande Ocak Başev
AI Strategist
Hande Ocak Başev is a leading expert in AI-driven business strategies, management consulting, and digital transformation, with 25 years of experience. She has spearheaded over 350 strategic, operational, and technological transformation projects and led more than 50 business development initiatives. As a board member, she has provided strategic consultancy to organizations, helping them achieve sustainable growth and long-term success. As the AI Partner of WSI’s London and Istanbul offices, Hande drives AI strategies for WSI’s extensive network across 82 countries, and is a member of WSI’s Global AI Leadership Board, advising on the strategic integration of AI in business. A recognized thought leader, Hande contributes regularly to Forbes Türkiye, sharing insights on AI trends, governance, and business applications.
Amy Yeo
CONTENT SPECIALIST
Amy specialises in creating clear, engaging, and on-brand content for digital campaigns. With a strong eye for detail and a focus on storytelling, she helps businesses communicate their value and connect with their audiences through tailored content strategies.
Before joining WSI Digital Advisors, Amy built her career in film and television, beginning at just 18 when she was selected for a year-long Script Apprenticeship with the BBC, working on Casualty.
Outside of her marketing work, Amy is also an OffFest-nominated playwright. Her latest play recently completed a critically acclaimed full run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Amy Yeo
Amy Yeo
CONTENT SPECIALIST
Amy specialises in creating clear, engaging, and on-brand content for digital campaigns. With a strong eye for detail and a focus on storytelling, she helps businesses communicate their value and connect with their audiences through tailored content strategies.
Before joining WSI Digital Advisors, Amy built her career in film and television, beginning at just 18 when she was selected for a year-long Script Apprenticeship with the BBC, working on Casualty.
Outside of her marketing work, Amy is also an OffFest-nominated playwright. Her latest play recently completed a critically acclaimed full run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Steve Rogers
Web Developer
A seasoned web developer based in the UK with a rich history of working in corporate and private sectors for over two decades. With a robust foundation in HTML, JavaScript, and PHP, Steve excels in both programming and creative design, specializing in user interface design and graphic editing.
His industry experience spans Publishing, Education, Fashion, and eCommerce, with a strong focus on SEO and content management for small businesses.
Proficient in bespoke content management systems and WordPress, Steve also collaborates with SEO managers to optimise client websites.
Outside of work, he enjoys music and has a keen interest in music technology.
Steve Rogers
Steve Rogers
Web Developer
A seasoned web developer based in the UK with a rich history of working in corporate and private sectors for over two decades. With a robust foundation in HTML, JavaScript, and PHP, Steve excels in both programming and creative design, specializing in user interface design and graphic editing.
His industry experience spans Publishing, Education, Fashion, and eCommerce, with a strong focus on SEO and content management for small businesses.
Proficient in bespoke content management systems and WordPress, Steve also collaborates with SEO managers to optimise client websites.
Outside of work, he enjoys music and has a keen interest in music technology.
Robert Mitchell
Chief AI officer
Beyond his two-decade tenure spearheading franchise development across various sectors, Robert is an avid strategist of cutting-edge AI technologies involving generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). His nuanced grasp of AI’s transformative potential for franchise ecosystems, especially in development and marketing, fuels his relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation. Robert continuously seeks new avenues for integrating these advanced technologies to revolutionize the franchise landscape.
Robert Mitchell
Robert Mitchell
Chief AI officer
Beyond his two-decade tenure spearheading franchise development across various sectors, Robert is an avid strategist of cutting-edge AI technologies involving generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). His nuanced grasp of AI’s transformative potential for franchise ecosystems, especially in development and marketing, fuels his relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation. Robert continuously seeks new avenues for integrating these advanced technologies to revolutionize the franchise landscape.
Tumaini Emmanuel
PPC Consultant
Tumaini is a proven strategic advisor dedicated to leveraging the collective expertise of the global WSI network. With a focus on a strategy-led approach, he works with clients to align digital marketing with clear, commercial goals.
Tumaini helps projects achieve sustainable growth, cut through complexity, and focus on what truly drives results. He has extensive experience partnering with international clients across a wide array of sectors, including healthcare, finance, retail, IT, eCommerce, transportation, SaaS, insurance, legal services, manufacturing, construction, trade and hospitality, media and entertainment, and wholesale and distribution. This breadth of exposure ensures that digital activity is both commercially effective and strategically on point.
Tumaini Emmanuel
Tumaini Emmanuel
PPC Consultant
Tumaini is a proven strategic advisor dedicated to leveraging the collective expertise of the global WSI network. With a focus on a strategy-led approach, he works with clients to align digital marketing with clear, commercial goals.
Tumaini helps projects achieve sustainable growth, cut through complexity, and focus on what truly drives results. He has extensive experience partnering with international clients across a wide array of sectors, including healthcare, finance, retail, IT, eCommerce, transportation, SaaS, insurance, legal services, manufacturing, construction, trade and hospitality, media and entertainment, and wholesale and distribution. This breadth of exposure ensures that digital activity is both commercially effective and strategically on point.
Megan Van Niekerk
SEO Consultant
Megan is an SEO Consultant focused on ensuring all SEO client work is completed on schedule. Working with the Project Manager, she acts as the bridge between execution, client satisfaction, and the project’s best interests. She is happy to dig deeper into websites to confirm smooth operation and make sure no hidden issues are overlooked.
She approaches her work with a positive spirit, enjoying SEO and prioritising clear communication. She dedicates time to understanding client needs, creating a personalised experience, and supporting businesses through focused attention and strong collaboration.
Outside of work, Megan finds inspiration in nature and time spent with loved ones. She is also dedicated to continuous self-improvement.
Megan Van Niekerk
Megan Van Niekerk
SEO Consultant
Megan is an SEO Consultant focused on ensuring all SEO client work is completed on schedule. Working with the Project Manager, she acts as the bridge between execution, client satisfaction, and the project’s best interests. She is happy to dig deeper into websites to confirm smooth operation and make sure no hidden issues are overlooked.
She approaches her work with a positive spirit, enjoying SEO and prioritising clear communication. She dedicates time to understanding client needs, creating a personalised experience, and supporting businesses through focused attention and strong collaboration.
Outside of work, Megan finds inspiration in nature and time spent with loved ones. She is also dedicated to continuous self-improvement.
Sheldon Moodley
Project Manager
Sheldon is a dedicated Project Manager who ensures every campaign runs smoothly from concept to completion. With a strong background in digital marketing and client relations, he acts as the bridge between strategy, creative teams, and client objectives. Sheldon excels at organising workflows, clarifying priorities, and keeping projects on track with a calm, solutions-focused approach.
He is passionate about helping businesses reach their goals through clear communication, structured planning, and meaningful collaboration. Whether coordinating deliverables or guiding clients through their projects, Sheldon brings professionalism, consistency, and a people-first mindset to every interaction.
Outside of work, he enjoys spending time at the local arts theatre and exploring creative outlets that inspire his work and daily life.
Sheldon Moodley
Sheldon Moodley
Project Manager
Sheldon is a dedicated Project Manager who ensures every campaign runs smoothly from concept to completion. With a strong background in digital marketing and client relations, he acts as the bridge between strategy, creative teams, and client objectives. Sheldon excels at organising workflows, clarifying priorities, and keeping projects on track with a calm, solutions-focused approach.
He is passionate about helping businesses reach their goals through clear communication, structured planning, and meaningful collaboration. Whether coordinating deliverables or guiding clients through their projects, Sheldon brings professionalism, consistency, and a people-first mindset to every interaction.
Outside of work, he enjoys spending time at the local arts theatre and exploring creative outlets that inspire his work and daily life.