We Measure Success by What We Give, Not by What We Have.

Jennifer Schielke crossed the Pacific to the “mainland” from the beautiful Island of Kaua’i. This accounts for her once treasured, but now not-so-useful skills: Dancing hula, making leis, eating (it is a skill), and fishing. She is devoted to her family and is known for her unshakable faith.

Fun facts about her:
Guilty pleasures: “Gilmore Girls” and bacon (actually, she doesn’t feel guilty about bacon).
Favorite movie character: Hatchi – hope, perseverance, and loyalty.
Ideal superpower: Time stone keeper.
Will know her life was lived well when: She can say “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2Tim 4:7); and she hears “well done, good and faithful servant!” (Mt 25:23).

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”
– Winston Churchill

Bryan Schielke was born and raised in the Northwest, and settled his family of four (plus one giant fur-kid) in Kirkland, and recently to Scottsdale! He is passionate about competition and that fuels his success. He lives out how to push past where you think your potential lies. Bryan enjoys skiing, golfing and spending time with his two children.

Fun facts about him:
Guilty pleasure: Maple bars
Favorite word: Consistent
Go-to karaoke songs: “Mountain Music” or “Baby Got Back”
Favorite movie character: Captain America
Will know his life was lived well when: My children are independent, contributing members of society.

“Control what you can control.”
– Unknown

Soojin Ha was born and raised in Seoul, Korea before attending high school in South Carolina and landing in Seattle for college. Her free time is spent watching Netflix, while ironing. As talented as that may seem, Soojin’s true mastery shines when she plays the piano.
Rather than remembering regretful moments, she looks forward to a life lived well and hearing “well done, good and faithful servant”.

Fun facts about her:
Favorite words: Happy, Love, Thankful.
Guilty pleasure: Spam & white rice.
Dream car: Fully-loaded RV.

“When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us.”
-Helen Keller

Madison Radcliffe was born and raised in Puyallup, Washington and studied at the University of Washington (GO HUSKIES!). Her career in IT technology is a diversion from her random pop culture trivia skills. When she’s away from her work family, she may be found laughing, eating, and enjoying the Northwest’s finest coffee. On a sunny day, outside is where Madison can be found.

Fun facts about her:
Guilty pleasures: Ben & Jerry’s Cherry Garcia ice cream and Reality TV.
Favorite movie character: Forrest Gump – straightforward sincerity and lovable nature.
Ideal superpower: Teleportation
Dream car: Bentley or Aston Martin.
Will know her life was lived well when: Her friends and family know how much they truly mean to her and they feel loved and appreciated.

“I don’t have to chase extraordinary moments to find happiness – it’s right in front of me if I’m paying attention and practicing gratitude.”
– Brené Brown

Annabelle Teeter was born and raised in Bogota, Colombia before settling down in Washington State. She studied linguistics and literature at the Universidad Mayor Cundinamarca before joining our team, and is our most tenured employee. She enjoys walking, yoga, meditating, and laughing with her daughters.

Fun facts about her:
Favorite word: Absolutely!
Least usable skill she’s mastered: Driving a stick.
Doppelganger: Sofia Vergara.
Go-to karaoke song: “La Bicicleta” by Shakira.
Favorite movie character: Ben-Hur – faith, courage, love, endurance.
Dream car: Rolls Royce with a chauffeur.
Desired super power: Flight.
Will know her life was lived well when: George Clooney professes his love to her.

“Peace begins with a smile.”
– Mother Teresa

Corey Henne was born in Escondido, California and raised in beautiful Kirkland, Washington. He graduated with a degree in Media and Communications Studies from the University of Washington Bothell. Though his desired superpower is flying, his dream vacation is a grand road trip around the entire border of the United States.

Fun facts about him:
Favorite word: Epiphany
Guilty pleasure: Krispy Kreme/donuts in general
Mark of a well-lived life: Connection and relationships as a source of happiness and fulfillment.

“We don’t have to engage in grand, heroic actions to participate in the process of change. Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world.”
-Howard Zin

Maddy Garcia was born and raised in Olympia, Washington before making her way to Western Washington University where she earned her B.S. in Psychology.  Outside of work, Maddy has become the master of solving the daily mystery of “Where’s the remote”.  One day soon we’ll send her off in her dream car – that Chevrolet Bolt EV.

Fun facts about her:
Desired Superpower: Teleportation
Favorite word: Grateful
Favorite movie character: Russell from UP
Mark of a well-lived life: At the end of the day, everything aside, my dinner table is packed with people who are excited to see each other and ready to eat delicious food together.

“Work hard, be kind, and amazing things will happen.”
– Conan O’Brien

Kayte Balyeat was born and raised in Bothell, Washington before making her way to Central Washington University where she earned her Undergrad in Sports Management and her Masters in Athletic Administration.  Kayte has a passion for helping others, though she draws the line outside of Earth – Astronaut duty is not a part of her future.  Perhaps the least usable skill for you and me, but in a gathering pinch, if you need help, she has mastered the art of napkin folding.

Fun facts about her:
Desired Superpower: Healing
Favorite word: Alacrity
Dream Car: Jeep Grand Cherokee
Mark of a well-lived life: When my dog Malibu has the yard that she’s always dreamed of.

“Always stay humble and kind.”
-Tim McGraw

Lydia Franklin was born in Corvallis, Oregon and  raised in the Pacific Northwest before making her way to Evergreen State College.  She has an insatiable fascination with people, which is only rivaled by her LOVE for music.  When she’s not connecting with great talent across the nation, you might spot her playing dress up with her 4 year old or dancing to that music that she loves so much.  Her team is lucky to have her as those feet of hers are eager to travel anywhere to meet new people and see new places.

Fun facts about her:
Doppelganger: Lydia Dietz from Beetlejuice
Favorite word: Elaborate
Favorite Movie Character: Moana.
Mark of a well-lived life:  I’m present and feeling gratitude in the moment.

“The Only answer to fear is more understanding. And there is no understanding if there is no effort to look more deeply to see what is there in our heart and the heart of the other person.”
– Thich Nhat Hanh

Leila Schielke was born and raised in Kirkland, WA, before moving to Scottsdale, AZ.  She is pursuing a degree in Business Management at Grand Canyon University.  In the winter you will find her skiing – from Whistler to Jackson Hole, and most recently, Park City. It makes sense that her Dream Vacation is Switzerland at Christmas time, and skiing through the winter.  You may also find her watching the original Star Wars Trilogy, basking in the sunshine like a lizard, or searching for that 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle.  The one thing you can count on is that you will not find her vacuuming!

Fun facts about her:
Favorite word: Bubbles
Favorite Movie Character: Boba Fett
Desired Superpower: Breathing under water
Mark of a well-lived life:  A home on many acres of land.

“Do.  Or do not.  There is no try.”
-Master Yoda

Dylan Peterson was born in Scottsdale, Arizona and raised in Renton, WA, before finding his way back “home” to attend Arizona State University (born to be a Sun Devil).  He is pursuing a Business Management degree and is getting a head start on his career goals.  When not in work or studies, you may find him singing “Picture”, co-written by Kid Rock & Sheryl Crow, or searching for his dream car, a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.  There is a possibility you won’t find him at all because his desired superpower is invisibility.  Dylan has thrown out a challenge to his Team – he doesn’t think he has a doppelganger…

Fun facts about him:
Favorite word: Freedom
Favorite Movie Character: Maverick
Guilty pleasure: Honeycomb Ice Cream
Mark of a well-lived life: My kids’ graduate from college

“I’d rather die on my feet, than live on my knees.”
– Emiliano Zapata

Molly, a.k.a. “Turbo”, was born in Ohio before making her way to the Northwest. Her regal demeanor is representative of her English and American Lab lines. She is passionate about food, food, and more food. Molly enjoys spending time on long walks with her Dad and tolerates the rest of the family, as long as they give her food.

Fun facts about her:
Dream car: Rescue boat (to fish her out of the water, against her will, after she’s been swimming for 3 straight hours).
Guilty pleasures: : Socks, shoes, stuffed animals from the kids’ rooms, Dad’s wallet, and blankets – anyone’s blanket.
Ideal superpower: Getting that rabbit.
Least usable skill she’s mastered: Sitting like a human.
Doppelgangers: There’s only one Molly.
Dream vacation: Backyard water hose or sprinkler, lake, dog park, snowy mountains and Grandma’s garden.

“Hungry?”