About us

A small studio with a big world view.

A fresh, talented, ambitious and passionate media company, dedicated to doing great work for every client we take on.

Our story

Step4Ward Media began with one travel blog and grew into a team of writers, designers and developers spread across the world.

Johnny Ward made his name as a travel blogger at One Step 4Ward, then started sharing what he had learned about blogging and online visibility. Step4Ward Media grew from there.

Today the team spans Ireland, the UK, India, Romania, Thailand, Australia, Canada, Bangladesh and Hong Kong. We prioritise delivery and results over formality.

The collective

The people behind the work

Meet the team, in their own words.

Johnny Ward

The Boss

Since establishing himself as a prominent travel blogger at onestep4ward.com, Johnny expanded into spreading blogging expertise. With over a decade of online experience, he maintains daily involvement across all business facets. Born in Ireland, educated in the UK, and Asia-based, he prioritizes delivery and results over formality.

We'll never be as young as we are tonight. — Chuck Palahniuk
Carl Browne

The Consigliere

International Relations and Law background. Previously built schools for his own NGO in Myanmar and consulted with the University of Hong Kong on education. His writing impresses through diverse business development experience in UK and Hong Kong contexts. Runs findatutor.com.hk separately.

The most important thing in life is to be yourself. Unless you can be Batman...
Aghosh Babu

The Troubleshooter

Kerala-born with a Master's degree in Computer Science and Engineering. Created his first professional website at age 14. Expert in WordPress development, SEO, and server administration.

If you think it's expensive to hire a professional to do the job, wait until you hire an amateur.
Patricia Mitrache

Executive Assistant

Bucharest-born, educated in Romania and Denmark in special education. Background spans art, education, volunteering, and journalism. Pursues writing, handmade crafts, painting, and blogging beyond work responsibilities.

Stop waiting for things to happen. Go out and make them happen.
Natthaya 'Jaa' Tapwanan

Executive Assistant

Bangkok-based former flight attendant and lifestyle blogger. Enjoys spicy food, fitness, and Asian travel. The Maldives stands out as a particular adventure highlight.

Everything has beauty. Learn it. Live it. Love it.
Jono Spur

The Wordsmiths

Yorkshire-born, Cornwall-raised. Travelled through Europe, USA, China, East Africa, and Southeast Asia since 2009. Settled in Cambodia in 2010. Delivers content with extensive knowledge and experience.

Imagination will often carry us to worlds that never were. But without it we go nowhere.
Sebastian Tan

The Wordsmiths

Melbourne-born Australian with a lifelong travel inclination influenced by a multicultural city and Asian family proximity. Values situations and experiences, from artist commune parties to scooter adventures. Currently UK-based, planning a Germany relocation.

There is no teacher greater than experience.
Josh Henry

Biz Dev

Canadian with online marketing qualifications and multinational sales experience. Relocated to Australia for business development work. Met Johnny in Laos, leading to Step4Ward involvement.

The best way to predict your future is to create it.
RZaman Anik

The Techies

Bangladesh-based internet marketing brand name. Successful entrepreneur across internet marketing, design, and SEO. Award recipient from the country's ICT department. Prioritizes delivering results for clients.

Once in a while it really hits people that they don't have to experience the world in the way they have been told to. — Alan Keightley