A teacher at heart, Nicole is a three-time Emmy-nominated Producer who has devoted her 15-year career to the intersection of education and entertainment. Her journey in children’s television began in 2008 as an intern for the iconic programs Arthur and Between the Lions. Following a prestigious fellowship with the International Radio and Television Society (IRTS) […]
Corey Nascenzi is a complete data nerd. Finding hidden patterns in user behavior or building algorithms to personalize experiences are her jam. With over 15 years working in digital product development, Corey has managed websites, apps, and streaming experiences for PBS, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Penguin Random House, and now Disney, where she works within […]
Michael Sanky (he/him) is a true multihyphenate, blending creative and analytical thinking in all his endeavors. With a background in Mathematics from Harvard University and a master’s in St atistics, Michael has built a distinguished career in finance, data, and analytics across multiple industries. Beyond his analytical expertise, Michael is deeply passionate about storytelling. He […]
Jessica McLaughlin has been desiging and developing engaging and educational interactive content and games for kids for more than 20 years. Jessica is currently working on various projects partnering with her husband on their company Tender Muffin. Together, they work with various companies in digital strategy, creative and content strategy, game design, and more. She […]
Aneesha DuBois is a 2006 graduate of HBCU, Norfolk State University with a degree in Mass Communications/Journalism. Her professional career spans across music, sports, pop culture, fashion, voice acting and children’s media. She held roles at Music Choice in New York City as a Programming Coordinator, Writer for Clear Channel Communications, a Production Coordinator at […]
Phillipe Charles is a multimedia producer and creative marketer with a master’s degree in Digital Communication. He has spent his career at the intersection of storytelling, engagement, and innovation. He began his career at Capitol Broadcasting Company, producing and editing news media and entertainment promotions. While there, he won eight regional Emmy awards and was […]
Shanesha Brooks (she/her) is a passionate educator and visual storyteller dedicated to leveraging diverse and inclusive media to empower individuals and make opportunities accessible. Holding a BA in Psychology and Family and Human Development from Arizona State University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California, Shanesha brings extensive experience in […]
Ashleigh Nichols is a writer and an Emmy-nominated producer from the Central Valley of California. Raised by a single mom, she spent her formative years living on an ostrich ranch where she would dream of the days she wouldn’t have to race home to “tend the birds.” In need of an escape, she found the […]
Whitney is a mission-driven children’s media professional who strives to create meaningful, equitable media experiences that inspire and empower our next generation of changemakers. She has over a decade of experience across early childhood education, content development, and strategy — this includes years of teaching and conducting research in various early childhood settings as […]
Kayla (she/her) is a detail-oriented and driven team leader with a strong creative vision and a passion for media that makes an impact. She holds a B.A. in Communication Studies with a certificate in Film from Temple University’s Klein College of Media and Communication, where she concentrated on children’s media and storytelling. Her passion for […]
