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Born from a change in the tides, The Momentum started as a small-scale crew of advertising and marketing entrepreneurs. Led by passion and inspired by the planet, this crew of visionaries harnessed their collective power to create a one-of-a-kind space dedicated to sustainability.
Dave Winslow
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Our philanthropic efforts enable us to give back to many non-profit organizations through our 1% for the Planet
The Momentum/ sponsorships/ active participation We activate experiences….See Change Sessions > Reevolution > Ohana Festival > Coast Film & Music Festival > Rob Machado Foundation > Oceana
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We are storytellers - Building a Community for Movers + Makers to keep Sustainability a Priority.
Dave Winslow
With over 18 years of digital marketing experience with Dealer.com, Dealertrack and Epik Media and being Founder and CEO of EpikOne–Dave has become a driven, charismatic leader and his authentic self lies within helping the planet. Dave developed an appreciation for the earth, its people and fights for a brighter future with the creation of The Momentum, Dave has led his team through groundbreaking environmental conversations and strives to bring awareness and education through high quality sustainability content.
Dave Valentine
The Momentum’s daily content output, while also directing creative development. Educational backgrounds in both Liberal Arts and Graphic Design provide a balance between content and design. As co-founder of The Momentum, Dave cares deeply about the health of our planet. Enjoying the ocean as his preferred playground, he is committed to the effort of keeping our water resources intact for generations to come.
Kelsey Thornton
With a degree in fine arts, Kelsey began her career in graphic design and transitioned into project management. She spent over 4 years in the tech industry before moving to something closer to home: sustainability. Growing up surfing in San Clemente and camping in the eastern Sierra Mountains, she gravitates towards ocean and wildlife conservation. Fun Fact: Kelsey is a former collegiate water polo player and naturally competitive, so avoid her after any type of loss.
Valentina Scaife
During her Master's in International Law & Sustainable Development– Valentina did a stint at the EU Parliament, researching decentralized energy in Pacific Small Island Developing States. It wasn’t until an impulsive trip through Sabah, Borneo, that she discovered a love for the rainforest and orangutans. A Western NY native and traveler at heart, you’ll notice her zest for experiencing life in an outspoken and comfortable manner. Fun Fact: Valentina considers drinking Italian wine a hobby.
Drew Keske
Drew comes from a diverse background of experiences. He studied Sustainability + Entrepreneurship at San Diego State University while working with the non-profit, Compassion It and Classy.org, before returning to his roots in agriculture. Drew managed the market garden at The Ecology Center of Orange County and is most passionate about regenerative agriculture and the relationship between soil and human health. Fun Fact: Drew once ran 20 miles without proper training, just to see how far he could go…he is still recovering to this day.
Lauren Lee
Directing growth marketing campaigns and overseeing over 100+ accounts in San Diego–Lauren is highly experienced in creative content strategy and data analytics. Lauren’s expertise, combined with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing from San Diego State, creates a strong foundation for company growth and leadership. Now, she has shifted her focus from tech sales to sustainability, especially in ocean plastic pollution. Fun Fact: Lauren played collegiate volleyball and holds the record for most digs in a single match!
Sofia Ricardo
Sofia is a client champion with a degree and background in Marketing. She has a track record of upholding quality standards and coordinating with internal teams to execute deliverables that meet clients’ business needs and objectives. As a proud Brazilian, a sustainability cause that hits home for Sofia is the deforestation of the Amazon. Fun Fact: Sofia has lived in nine different cities across the US, the UK, South America, and Europe.
Dayana Sabatin
Dayana is a multi-passionate creative with nearly a decade of writing experience and a strong computer science background. She's a content creator, strategist, and producer. As someone who lives a few feet away from the beach in Los Angeles, a sustainability cause that Dayana is passionate about is ocean plastic pollution, and she volunteers at beach cleanups regularly. Fun Fact: Dayana is a major foodie and reads a book per week.
Our storytellers and contributors are the pulse of The Momentum. These talented creators produce engaging, unique content on all things sustainability, all the time.
Alissa Rogers
Starting off as an Associate Copywriter at MINDBODY Inc. and working her way to now Director of Marketing Content at Raken, Alissa’s experience in content marketing has given much success. Now residing in San Diego, her passionate goal is to assist brands in creating more compelling and concise stories. With helpful and intriguing content, Alissa gives the reader an enjoyable sense of inclusivity.
Andrew Stillman
Andrew is a Contributing Writer for RAGE Magazine and has worked for many other years as a Freelance Writer, Reporter and Blogger. He graduated from California State University Monterey Bay with a Bachelors in Humanities and Communications with an emphasis in Creative Writing. Raised in the foothills of Yosemite National Park, Andrew has grown a strong connection to the outdoors and developed a skillful imagination.
Dan Gentile
Dan Gentile is a journalist based in San Francisco where he works as the culture editor at SFGATE. Prior to moving to San Francisco, he lived in Austin, TX, where he was the founding Austin editor of Thrillist and a freelance writer contributing to publications like Rolling Stone, VICE, Roads & Kingdoms, and American Way.
Danny Schleien
Receiving a Certificate in Sustainability Studies at UCLA, Danny has developed a strong professional background as a freelance sustainability writer. He now helps organizations and/or individuals who are passionate about the environment create powerful content. Danny is a strong and data driven writer that creates a deeper analysis of his topics - expanding the reader’s knowledge of environmental topics.
Francesca Roth
Francesca is a freelancing voice over artist and military spouse who works from home in El Paso, Texas. Hard-working, easy-going, and fun to work with, Francesca reads through the articles to find the right tone and pacing before recording. Once she’s satisfied with the overall tone of the article, Francesca will record and edit the voice over before submitting her work to Epik Media for final publishing.
Jake Howard
With a Bachelor’s in English Language and Literature from University of Massachusetts Amherst, Jake has over 14 years of writing experience under his belt - delivering content for RipCurl, Quicksilver, Nike, The Surfer's Journal and RedBull. He creates a visual experience through his concise and fluid style of writing. Transporting the reader into the world of the written word, Jake combines strong information with immense creativity to produce high quality content.
Jamie Johnson
Growing up with a pencil in hand, Jamie has always had a passion for literature. She studied Journalism and Creative Writing at Hofstra University in New York, and has accumulated multiple skill sets through internships, mentorships and hands-on experiences. Her attention to detail brings the reader inside of her work. The Orange County Register, Dana Point Times and San Clemente Times in Southern California have joined her roster of publications she has written for.
Kiara Manns
With a Bachelor’s in English Language and Literature from UC Irvine, Kiara is now based in the LA area as a Staff Writer for Epik Media - she also has experience as Copywriter for MPOWR Envision. Now creating reader friendly stories, her content has a flare of spunk and engagement. Through her extensive yet diverse writing background, she values access to specific information and connects her reader’s mind to an interesting rolodex of sustainable subjects.
Renee Frojo
The Co-Founder of Taavi and now Head of Marketing and Editorial Content at Off the Grid, Rennee has worn various hats in the field of writing. She received her Bachelors in Journalism and International Relations from Simmons University and went on to accumulate many years as a Reporter, Editor, Photographer, Advisor, Freelance Writer, and Content Creator and Strategist. Located in the San Francisco Bay area, Renee has developed strong industry knowledge from her experiences.
Victoria Lewis
Victoria has many accomplished years in the field of sustainability. She holds an Associates in Environmental Studies, Nature Resource Management and Pollution Prevention from De Anza College and a Bachelors in Environmental Studies focusing on Sustainable Energy from San Jose University. Victoria is a LEED Green Associate, an avid outdoorswoman and is happy to be part of actionable change for our Earth.
Yader Gil
Christian LePage
Kristen McGiver
Chloe Looker
Jordan King
Desneige Roy
Maria Kuzma
Ally Benn
Daniel Walsh
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The Momentum team operates across the coast of California with team members working and collaborating from several hubs located in communities that represent The Momentum mission.
San Diego, California is home to our headquarters, where the majority of our team performs the day to day operations that keep The Momentum up and running. Considered one of the “greenest” cities in the country, San Diego boasts some of the lowest greenhouse gas emissions per capita and is striving to become net-zero by 2035.
The historic old town San Juan Capistrano hosts our collaborative team hub, which serves as a meeting place for our team members located across the California coast. San Juan Capistrano stays close to its historic roots through architecture, local shops, and restaurants. SJC is home to our partners at The Ecology Center, which grows its own local produce available at their public market as well as hosts weekly farm to table experiences.
Our creative hub resides in San Francisco, California where all of our creative operations and decision making stem. With a variety of Farmers Markets and thriving local makers businesses, proximity to the outdoors, and an above average waste management program, SF maintains a balance of urban living with sustainability consciousness.
Our media and content hub hails in Santa Monica, California. The LA beach town serves as a working hub for our content & media employees to collaborate and take care of business. Santa Monica has a long history of implementing innovative sustainable practices and inspires all its residents to follow suit by partnering with local green businesses, hosting weekly farmers' markets, and more.
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