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  • Meet the team behind BankMyCell, and explore their bios and contact details.
  • Check out our amazing worldwide press mentions, features, and data partners.
  • Discover BankMyCell by the numbers, our latest platform statistics and data.

Meet Our Technology Experts

Our team is a passionate group of technology enthusiasts and experts, dedicated to empowering our readers with the latest insights, gadget buyback and trade-in, and comprehensive guides in the tech world. Here, you’ll get to know the brilliant minds behind our content, their expertise, and how they’re committed to guiding and inspiring you through the ever-evolving landscape of technology.

Ash Turner - BankMyCell CEO
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ASH TURNER

CEO & FOUNDER – EDITORIAL LEADERSHIP

BA (HONS)

  • Experience: Cell Phone Industry Expert Since 2005.
  • Expertise: Apple, Samsung, Google, smartphones, tablets, smartwatches (reviews, MVNOs, carrier plans, buyback, trade-in Industry).
  • Education: Media University Graduate BA (Hons) at Solent University

As CEO of CompareMyMobile.com and BankMyCell.com since 2009, Ash has been a pivotal figure in the mobile tech industry. With a background in managing Brightstar’s PhoneRecycleBank, he boasts extensive experience with global carriers and MVNOs like T-Mobile and O2, and leading manufacturers such as Apple and Samsung.

Dan Farmer - BankMyCell Tech Leadership

DAN FARMER

TECH LEADERSHIP

(BSc)

  • Experience: Lead cell phone comparison engine developer since 2013.
  • Expertise: Data science, data feed & platform management for cell phones, tablets, smartwatches, audio, consoles, carriers, and wireless plans.
  • Education: Forensic Computing & Security, Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bournemouth University.

As a web development and data science expert since 2010, Daniel has spent over a decade working on various cell phone buyback projects, including EE, O2, CompareMyMobile.com, and BankMyCell.com. Farmer’s expertise is crucial in setting up accurate price comparison data feed management, as well as creating innovative consumer tools and widgets.

Ayu Mega - BankMyCell Editorial Deals Manager

AYU MEGA

EDITORIAL DEALS MANAGER

(M.Si)

  • Experience: Marketing and tech deals campaign manager since 2015.
  • Expertise: Multi-platform marketing campaigns for various mobile, tablet, gaming, TV, and home audio brands.
  • Education: Master of Science (M.Si) in Marketing & Communication

Since 2015, Ayu worked at Arta Graha and then BankMyCell as a marketing and deals campaign manager. Collaborating with brands and affiliate networks, her primary role is to monetize the content after it is created to ensure we uphold our impartial journalistic and review portrayal. She has worked with brands like Amazon, BestBuy, Target, Apple, Samsung, Sony, and Microsoft.

Kim Juanillo - BankMyCell Senior Editor

KIM JUANILLO

SENIOR EDITOR

(BA)

  • Experience: Technology & Digital Content Specialist
  • Expertise: Technology Researcher in Apple, Samsung, Google, smartphones, tablets, smartwatches & cell phone carrier plans.
  • Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Kim, an editor with a rich background in digital content management and developmental psychology, brings a unique blend of analytical and creative skills to BankMyCell. With her background in Psychology, Kim is adept at understanding complex concepts and transforming them into engaging, accessible content.

Harriet Fortune - BankMyCell Editorial Fact Checker

HARRIET FORTUNE

EDITORIAL FACT CHECKER

BA (Hons)

  • Experience: Cell phone comparison site expert since 2014.
  • Expertise: Fact-checking, merchant data management, cell phones, tablets, smartwatches, audio, consoles, carriers, and wireless plans.
  • Education: Interactive Media Bachelor’s Degree BSc (Hons), Bournemouth University.

Since 2014, Harriet has worked for cell phone and gadget comparison engines. In this decade of experience, she has managed merchants’ pricing data, setup 1,000’s of products, and audited the delivery of content on multiple platforms. Her role as a Digital Fact Checker and coordinator, backed by her Interactive Media University Degree, guarantees the accuracy of our reviews.

Marlene Centeno - BankMyCell Senior Tech Writer

MARLENE CENTENO

SENIOR TECH WRITER

(BCIT)

  • Experience: Tech Content Specialist with Data Analysis and Digital Marketing proficiency.
  • Expertise: In-depth Apple, Samsung, and Google smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches guides, gadget buyback and trade-in insights, and tech trends
  • Education: University Business ICT Education Graduate (BCIT)

Marlene specializes in creating comprehensive guides for smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches from leading brands like Apple, Samsung, and Google, demonstrating a deep understanding of these technologies.

Joey Bobiles - BankMyCell Senior Tech Writer

JOEY BOBILES

SENIOR TECH WRITER

BA (Hons)

  • Experience: Tech Content Specialist with Data Analysis and Digital Marketing proficiency.
  • Expertise: In-depth Apple, Samsung, and Google smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches guides, gadget buyback and trade-in insights, and tech trends
  • Education: Communication & Media BA (Hons) Bachelor’s Degree, Divine Word College of Laoag.

Joey is adept at creating comprehensive comparison guides and product reviews for devices from brands like Apple, Samsung, and Google. His expertise extends to thorough evaluations of smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, MVNOs, and phone plans, all while simplifying intricate technical information into easily understandable content.

BankMyCell Featured In The Press

Our unique trade in data, based on what happens when consumers sell old cell phones, has earned us awesome mentions in fantastic publications. Take a look at some of our more recent press features right here.

BankMyCell in the Press (logos)

BankMyCell Platform Statistics

Our team is the backbone behind the success of this platform, below we share some of the highlights that make BankMyCell the success it is:

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Monthly Visits

Every month, a quarter of a million Americans visit BankMyCell to compare tech prices.

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Devices

They can choose from over 400 cell phones, tablets, consoles, smartwatches, and gadgets.

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Prices

We get price updates every 15 minutes, so you can compare the market in seconds.

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Buyback Stores

Compare trusted stores with 1,000’s of 5-star ratings. All stores are approved by our experts.

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Traded in

Since 2017, we’ve had $37 million worth of tech trade-in orders placed through our platform.

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Extra Earned

By comparing at BankMyCell, customers have earned an extra $14.8 Million – happy people!