About Us

Where unseen forces gather and imagination reshapes what we know

For over a century, certain organizations have operated 
in the shadows, documenting what shifts, protecting what awakens, facilitating what transforms. We are one of them.



In 2024, our founders uncovered what they'd been searching for. One of us had been working closely with leaders whose world-changing efforts needed an injection of hope and creativity. The other had spent years learning that transformation requires joy, not fear.What we discovered wasn't new. We believe the Starlings had been documenting unexplained events since 1906, protecting what they could, waiting for those who understood that the world doesn't change through observation alone. 



Now we’re amplifying what's been unfolding out of sight, creating experiences where participation becomes inevitable, where the line between who you were and who you're becoming dissolves.


Starlings was established to safeguard encounters that change how people see themselves and the world. What began as field research after the San Francisco Earthquake has evolved into something larger: immersive experiences where communities become a part of a larger transformation.


We are storytellers and scientists, operatives and artists, researchers and dreamers. Our work exists at the intersection of what's documented and what's felt, what's known and what's remembered. We create experiences designed to linger; it is entertainment, and it is activation.


The line between reality and imagination isn't meant to be clear. It's meant to be crossed.This is what happens when we cross it…

Our Team

Team of creative visionaries

The Starlings team brings together proven visionaries from entertainment and innovative powerhouses like Netflix, Meow Wolf, Google, Discovery, Lucas Films, IDEO, HBO, Universal, MGM, and more

Gregory Beck

Gregory leads the studio with a focus on long-term vision, creative integrity, and cultural relevance. His work blends strategic thinking with a refined aesthetic sensibility.

With decades of experience across brand, design, and leadership, he guides teams toward meaningful outcomes and enduring ideas.

Jason Rissman

Jason oversees operations and partnerships, ensuring the studio delivers consistent quality at scale. He bridges creative ambition with operational excellence.

His background spans consulting, growth strategy, and organizational leadership.

Alisa Ahmadian

Alisa leads research initiatives that inform strategic direction and creative decisions. She brings clarity through insight and structured analysis.

Her work ensures that ideas are grounded in real-world context and audience understanding.

Tory Belleci

Tory drives visual systems and design execution across projects. She is known for balancing detail with conceptual clarity.

Her approach emphasizes craft, consistency, and timeless design language.

Jason Fijal

Jason focuses on aligning business goals with product vision. He translates complexity into clear strategic direction.

His experience spans digital platforms, systems thinking, and cross-functional collaboration.

Richard Freudenthal

Richard leads technical architecture and implementation across platforms. He ensures stability, scalability, and performance.

With a background in engineering leadership, he bridges design and technology seamlessly.

Dave Monk

Dave oversees analytics and data-driven decision making. He transforms raw data into actionable insights.

His work supports performance measurement, optimization, and strategic forecasting.

Elena Morwood

Elena shapes brand narratives that resonate across channels. She brings coherence to messaging and identity.

Her process blends storytelling, positioning, and audience psychology.

Caleb Winters

Caleb leads user experience design with a human-centered approach. He advocates for clarity, usability, and flow.

His work ensures products feel intuitive and purposeful.

Marissa Langford

Marissa oversees content strategy and editorial direction. She ensures consistency of voice and narrative.

Her work connects brand values with compelling storytelling.

Noah Whitaker

Noah designs interaction systems that feel natural and engaging. He focuses on motion, feedback, and micro-interactions.

His work enhances usability through thoughtful detail.

Sofia Calderon

Sofia contributes to visual identity and interface design across projects. She has a strong eye for composition and balance.

Her work brings warmth and personality to digital experiences.

Ethan Holloway

Ethan builds performant, accessible interfaces with precision. He translates design systems into robust code.

His focus is clean implementation and long-term maintainability.

Nina Rosenfeld

Nina maintains and evolves design systems across teams. She ensures consistency and scalability.

Her work supports collaboration and efficient design workflows.

Lucas Pembroke

Lucas partners closely with clients to align goals and outcomes. He focuses on clarity, trust, and delivery.

His role ensures strong relationships and shared success.

Avery Collins

Avery manages internal operations and workflows. She keeps teams aligned and projects moving smoothly.

Her work enables focus, efficiency, and sustainable growth.

Jonah Markovic

Jonah supports research and insight development across initiatives. He brings rigor to data interpretation.

His analysis informs strategic and creative decisions.

Priya Nandini

Priya contributes strategic frameworks and market analysis. She helps teams navigate complex challenges.

Her perspective blends analytical depth with creative thinking.

Owen Fitzgerald

Owen manages external partnerships and collaborations. He focuses on alignment and long-term value.

His role supports sustainable growth through strong networks.

Isabelle Fournier

Isabelle oversees internal and external communications. She ensures clarity and consistency across channels.

Her work supports transparency and brand trust.

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