Meet Our Team

God used InterVarsity to transform Courtney’s life in amazing ways during college, and we’re so grateful he did. Not just for her, but also, selfishly, for us: not only do Courtney’s stylish designs help communicate and expand God’s kingdom, but our team gets to enjoy the delectable baked goods that often magically appear from her kitchen. Who knows if the Great British Bake-Off people will ever recognize her considerable talents, but we sure do.

Whatever special thing one needs to have to solve a Rubik’s cube blindfolded, Matthew’s got it. We don’t know what “it” is, exactly, but we bet it’s also what gives him such a keen eye for visual storytelling. Matthew loves to tell stories, whether it’s through filmmaking, 35mm photography, or writing. With 2100, he blends his campus experience (volunteer staff at the University of South Florida) and his talents to help proclaim Jesus on campuses everywhere. His no. 1 Bucket List item is to hike the Pacific Crest Trail—not blindfolded, we hope, but if anyone can do it, it’s Matthew.

Kadrian’s multi-faceted (sometimes, it seems, “omni-faceted”) skill set makes her a full-on mixed media artist, a creative powerhouse who sets a high bar of excellence on any project she works on—video, graphic design, photography, and everything in between. A former campus staff with an MA from the Savannah College of Art and Design, Kadrian is a Spike Lee super-fan with apex taste in music, the most insightful takes (Digimon > Pokemon, anyone?), and a keen sensitivity for God’s work in students and faculty.

Emily is living proof that God can use media to change lives. At Urbana 15, the 2100 videos she saw cut through her suspicion of media and inspired her to become a visual storyteller with a heart to tell stories of God’s kingdom on campus. A self-described “2100 groupie,” Emily’s infectious joy and adorable pup Lucy are both delightful parts of our team. And her compelling, imaginative video projects? We like those too.

As a former college rower, Cory was always thinking about the finish line. As Project Manager, she’s the same way, stewarding our work from beginning to end, so our creative team can produce materials that share Jesus on campus. Without her organization and production skills, which are as numerous as her flair collection, we’d be lost. But thanks to her Carmen SanDiego-esque childhood (9 schools before turning 18), she’d still probably know where to find us.

Emily might be the toughest member of the 2100 team. After all, she traded the sunny warmth of Florida for our bitter Wisconsin winters, so you know she’s got steel in her spine. But she’s got talent to match the toughness, crafting stories and resources that help students and faculty have the same transformative InterVarsity experience she did at the University of South Florida. Emily is obsessed with movies and film, loves tennis, and collects postcards from national parks—so if you ever get a note from Yellowstone that reads like a masterpiece, you’ll know who it’s from.

It feels weird to write your own bio, right? But as a writer for 2100, it’s projects like this that land right in Drew’s wheelhouse. A climbing enthusiast, Studio Ghibli superfan, and part-time seminary student, when he’s not wordsmithing for 2100 Drew’s most at home on the baseball diamond or indulging his bottomless appetite for rom-coms.

Once dubbed Glorious Brother Dan while in Nairobi, Kenya, Dan served on InterVarsity Link staff in 1995, providing technical and video support with Eric Miller, the founder of 2100 Productions. Since then his work for 2100 has been so glorious, he now supervises the Production and Design teams. Dan is involved in all aspects of video production and he sets up the tech support for InterVarsity’s larger conferences. 

Imagine a Venn diagram with tiny circles: cats, Scripture, missions, thoughtful discussions, professional development, handbells, knitting, reading, board games, sunshine, communal living, and Diet Dr. Pepper. Smack dab in the middle of that, you'll find Ashley, probably making a diagram for you.  She's a nerd for all things design, strategy, and innovation, and loves using those disciplines to help people find life in Christ.

Matt’s keen visual sense and eye for the perfect image started as an experiment with photography in college. He tried not to get carried away with his hobby, but (we’re happy to say) it carried him away instead—to 2100, where he serves as our Photography Director. An extrovert with an introvert’s pastimes, Matt’s happy place is a secluded forest and a crackling campfire without a soul in sight.

Christy aims to live the good life. For her, this means delving into literature, theology, philosophy, design, home restoration, and deep friendships. It also means serving InterVarsity as Director of Public Relations and Editorial where she leads the messaging and public relations for InterVarsity, and has a chance to demonstrate her love for InterVarsity’s mission, values, and people. 

As a child, Elena knew she wanted to be a veterinarian, department store cashier, and artist — all at once! If anyone could be all those things, it’s Elena, but art eventually took center stage. Elena loves to use her artistic gifts to create art for her college campus, like illustrating and designing for the student-run marketing team, or running the social media and branding for the campus radio station.  When she’s not working on art, you might find her hunting around at her favorite hole-in-the-wall thrift shops or finding the best lattes in Madison. Her favorite thing about working at InterVarsity is that she can minister to other students while being creative at the same time.

To be fair, Alice doesn’t love Jell-O nearly as much as her home state of Utah—which eats more of it than anywhere else in America. But she does love using visual art to invite students into God’s family, which she discovered after hearing the call to pursue graphic design while on an InterVarsity Global Program in Mexico. Whether it’s through portrait sessions, making handmade cards, or photographing a special event, Alice’s design instincts are rooted in helping people feel seen in community. She radiates warmth, hospitality, and fun in everything she does—a little like, well, Jell-O.

If you’re down to have a long chat about the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Korean cooking, or underground hip-hop, Paul’s desk is your first stop. While you’re there, he can tell you how he met Jesus in his InterVarsity chapter and describe the joy he gets from helping students hear the gospel through his innovative design work. His rap hobby is probably his best-kept secret, but those design talents? They don’t stay hidden for long.

Growing up in the south, Bessie was able to use her biscuit and gravy making skills to win over the hearts of the 2100 team while she served on the Urbana 22 team. Even beyond her talents in the kitchen, we quickly learned that Bessie’s heart to serve the Lord and help people develop a personal relationship with Jesus would make her an asset to the team––so we made her stay! On any given day you can find her whipping up fun designs or organizing calendars, but you’ll never catch her repeating the same pair of shoes.

One half of our native Texan team (with husband Steven), Ashlye’s MO is energy and delight. She loves college students (she came to faith in our chapter at UT-Austin), and whether it’s leading worship, supervising our Editorial Team, or advocating for Latino/a staff, Ashlye’s vibrant spirit is never far from the surface. If it involves Disney movies, thrifting, or hanging out with people, you know Ashlye’s in her sweet spot.

Toast with chocolate sprinkles? Steven says it’s a magnificent flavor combo. If his taste in breakfast food is anything like his video prowess (or his taste in fine coffee), we’d have to agree. One half of a husband/wife 2100 team (Ashlye leads our Editorial Team), Steven’s love for worship, Scripture, and multiethnicity inform every project he produces. His unique blend of skill and depth help him lead the team in GMPP (‘goosebump’ moments per project).

Joanna never imagined that her knack for making funny iMovie videos as a kid would eventually develop into a love for film and an internship with InterVarsity’s video team. Growing up as a missionary kid in Turkey gave her an affinity for international community, linguistics, and a network of friends all over the world. Joanna has traveled across Europe and the Middle East, putting her polyglottal instincts to good use, and was a videographer at a Christian camp in Kentucky before coming here to InterVarsity. Now she gets to combine her love for stories, making videos, and intercultural experiences on the 2100 team to bring Christ and communities closer together.

When 2100 needs an idea, Gary’s dazzling creative mind has come to the rescue more times than anyone can count. He’s never been one to sit still for long—whether it’s painting, animating, linocut printing, or even those five days he spent deep in the Amazon jungle. But what keeps him with 2100 is seeing how art and design help students engage with, and ultimately be transformed by, the good news of Jesus.

Hannah’s childhood in Manilla, Philippines didn’t prepare her for Wisconsin’s harsh winters. But her propensity for stopping in the middle of the road to watch grazing cows makes her a Wisconsinite nonetheless! At the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, Hannah wore many hats: Bible study leader, art exhibit curator, and worship coordinator. Pretty impressive, we know. Whether she’s writing beautiful poems that touch your soul, or destroying you in a game of Ultimate Frisbee — our newest team member is as dynamic as they come!

Kate is a designer who draws inspiration from space—like, outer space. At InterVarsity, she's a UX intern who loves that her passion for design can serve God’s work on campus. She’s won a calligraphy contest, written and designed a whole book about White Holes (yes, it’s a space thing she can tell you all about), and lived on a boat. She loves to travel, so who knows? Maybe one day you’ll see her traveling the stars…

Freddy was born and raised in Ghana, and currently lives in North Carolina where people say “y’all” all the time. Behind his calm nature is an underrated joke-teller, a thoughtful and creative mind, and a passion for soccer. Moving to America has widened Freddy’s perspective and opened up new experiences (like trying Mexican cuisine!). When he isn’t arranging pixels on Figma, Freddy is watching soccer, catching a movie, or writing. His time in InterVarsity small groups and at Urbana 22 have both strengthened Freddy’s desire to deepen his relationship with God, and his work with 2100 lets him give back to the ministry that is transforming his life for the better.

Anyone who knows Adam for longer than five minutes knows him as a person whose excitement bursts outward, infused with passion and humor.