Our mission is to provide every student with the tools and confidence to be Future Ready in this ever-changing modern world

To achieve this we designed a learning solution that changes the conversation around career exploration- asking students what kind of life they want to live, then guiding them to create it. Our focus is on workforce readiness and student agency. Challenging students through inquiry and reflection.

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Our Story

We’ve always been in the mix with Gen Z- understanding their stories and passions. Through an early partnership with Jostens Renaissance we spoke to over 500,000 students across the country, and later built the FYG University Tour, a music + lifestyle festival across dozens of the largest universities in the nation.

The shared pressure to understand “what’s next” for students illuminated the need for a product that could help them better understand who they are and where they want to go.

Years later, over 100,000 learners have confirmed that our Lifestyle-First approach resonates as a more meaningful approach to career exploration and 99% of educators who have implemented Find Your Grind discovered a more refreshing, inspiring, and engaging approach to developing future ready learners.

As founders, we are far from ordinary. Having pursued careers across entertainment, professional sports, and traditional media- we have poured our energy into our most important mission to date- helping the next generation of misfits break down barriers to self-fulfillment and lives of purpose.

Our Story

Our Team

Our team spans across the globe, from the United Kingdom to Portugal to the United States. We embody the principles we advocate, bringing together talented individuals with forward-thinking skills and distinctive strengths—forming what we proudly call the Misfit Spirit. Collectively, we share over 200 years of experience in creating learner-centered, impactful products with a global reach.

At Find Your Grind, we believe the future belongs to today’s youth, and no one plays a more pivotal role in that journey than educators. That’s why we’re committed to designing intuitive, user-focused experiences that transform the landscape of self-discovery and career readiness—for learners and their guides alike.

Above all, we champion diverse pathways to success. Each of us has our own unique misfit journey, and we’re here to inspire the next generation to discover theirs.

Our Team

Nick Gross

Nick Gross

CEO & Founder

Entrepreneur | Creator | Humanitarian

Nick Gross is an entrepreneur, investor, and creative visionary dedicated to redefining education.

As the Founder & CEO, Nick has built Find Your Grind into a leading force in career readiness and social-emotional learning, empowering students to navigate an ever-changing workforce with confidence and purpose.

Inspired by his own non-traditional career journey as a musician & business leader Nick saw the gaps in education and created Find Your Grind to shift the focus from “What do you want to be?” to “Who do you want to be?”. Under his leadership, the platform has been adopted by schools and districts nationwide, integrating self-discovery, personalized career exploration, and workforce-aligned micro-credentials to prepare the next generation for success.

Beyond Find Your Grind, Nick is the founder of Gross Labs, a media and investment company focused on sports, entertainment, and education innovation, and a passionate advocate for youth empowerment and experiential learning. His mission remains clear: to revolutionize career education and equip students with the mindset, skills, and opportunities to build lives they love.

Natasha Gross

Natasha Gross

Co-Founder

Creator | Maker | Healer

Natasha is a passionate advocate for education, philanthropy, and community impact.

As a driving force behind Find Your Grind, she is dedicated to empowering youth through education, career exploration, and access to life-changing opportunities. Her commitment to making a difference extends across initiatives in education, mentorship, and social impact, helping shape a future where young people can thrive

Luke "The Dingo" Trembath

Luke "The Dingo" Trembath

Co-Founder

Explorer | Entrepreneur | Healer

Luke “The Dingo” Trembath is a beloved action sports personality, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Find Your Grind.

Known for his infectious energy and passion for snowboarding, music, and youth empowerment, he became a household name in the action sports world as a professional snowboarder and TV host of The Adventures of Danny & The Dingo.

Beyond his career in snowboarding, Luke was dedicated to inspiring the next generation, co-founding Find Your Grind to help young people discover their passions, explore career paths, and build confidence in their futures. His larger-than-life personality, unwavering support for the action sports community, and commitment to mentoring young athletes left a lasting impact on all who knew him.

His legacy of creativity, adventure, and inspiring others to live authentically will continue to live on. 💙🏂 #RIPDingo

Jay Stansell

Jay Stansell

President & VP of Product

Creator | Entertainer | Analyzer

Jay Stansell is a visionary leader in education technology, serving as the President and VP of Product at Find Your Grind.

With a deep passion for innovation in learning, Jay spearheads the development and execution of future-ready education solutions that empower students to discover who they are, explore career pathways, and build real-world skills.

With extensive experience in product strategy, technology, and educational transformation, Jay has played a pivotal role in shaping Find Your Grind’s research-backed curriculum, student engagement tools, and workforce-aligned micro-credentialing programs. Under his leadership, the platform has grown into a nationwide solution for school districts, delivering personalized, student-driven career exploration and social-emotional learning (SEL).

Driven by a mission to modernize education and bridge the gap between school and the future of work, Jay continues to lead Find Your Grind toward scalable impact, innovation, and a future where every student has the confidence and resources to succeed.

Liz McCardle

Liz McCardle

Director of Curriculum

Explorer | Creator | Educator

From her Tennessee roots to full-time RV travel and now embracing the beauty of lake living in the Ozarks, Liz prioritizes a lifestyle-first mindset, cherishing time with her family, friends, and dogs.

At her core, Liz believes education is a catalyst for unlocking human potential. Passionate about guiding individuals to discover their unique talents and pursue their passions, Liz embraces challenges and leads the development of cutting-edge learning experiences that empower individuals to become their boldest, most prepared selves. With 16 years of experience, including her time as a high school teacher and a state-level CTE programs director, Liz has a proven track record of driving innovation in education. She has led statewide initiatives to increase access to industry certifications and postsecondary credit, opening doors for countless learners. With a vision to scale impact and empower even more learners, Liz leads Find Your Grind’s learning lifecycle, creating engaging and meaningful learning pathways that guide individuals on their journey of self-discovery and future readiness.

James Woodley

James Woodley

VP of Engineering (Consultant)

Connector | Creator | Entertainer

James brings over 20 years of engineering expertise to Find Your Grind, where he has served as Vice President of Engineering (Consultant) for the past four years.

A proven global leader in software development, James has successfully built and managed high-performing teams across the world, driving innovation and delivering impactful results.

When he’s not tackling engineering challenges, James enjoys cheering on Tottenham Hotspur, exploring the skies as a private pilot, and indulging his passion for all things aviation.

Mario Torres

Mario Torres

VP of Sales

Connector | Builder | Innovator

Mario Torres is a seasoned sales leader dedicated to empowering schools and districts with future-ready learning solutions.

With over a decade of experience in education technology, he has built and led high-performing sales teams while developing scalable go-to-market strategies, expanding territories, and creating lasting partnerships that drive impact in K–12 education. As Vice President of Sales at Find Your Grind, Mario is focused on helping districts embrace innovative approaches to career readiness and self-discovery, always keeping students and educators at the center of the mission.

Mario’s path to EdTech leadership has been shaped by both professional achievement and personal passion. Beyond sales growth, he is committed to mentorship, leadership development, and building strong cultures that inspire excellence. He thrives at the intersection of mission and innovation, driven by a belief that every student deserves the tools and opportunities to define their own future.

Outside of his professional role, Mario is a proud father of two daughters, finding inspiration in his experiences that fuel his passion for meaningful work. A lifelong learner and fitness enthusiast, he embraces a relentless pursuit of growth in both life and business. Whether traveling, training, or spending time with loved ones, Mario is driven by a commitment to impact, balance, and building a life of purpose.

Candice Sears

Candice Sears

Director of State Advocacy and Funding

Connector | Entrepreneur | Humanitarian

Candice Sears is a passionate educational leader and changemaker with more than 22 years of experience shaping transformative learning experiences across the K–12 landscape.

As the Director of State Advocacy & Funding for Find Your Grind, she leads bold initiatives that open doors to funding, fuel innovation, and build statewide partnerships that reimagine what’s possible for students and educators.

Throughout her career, Candice has worn many hats—educator, principal, district leader, and statewide strategist—always with a focus on connection, collaboration, and impact. Before joining Find Your Grind, she served as Director of Instructional Services at a county level, leading innovative educational ecosystems that helped schools embrace future-ready practices. She also spent seven years at University of Cincinnati as Director of Teacher Professional Development and Coordinator of the Gifted Endorsement Program, where she empowered thousands of educators to personalize learning and inspire curiosity in their classrooms.

Driven by a deep belief in human potential, Candice thrives at the intersection of policy, innovation, and purpose. Her work is centered on creating opportunities that prepare students to lead, build, and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Dan Weidmann

Dan Weidmann

Director of Partnerships

Connector | Thrill Seeker | Healer

Dan brings over seven years of experience in supporting educational institutions with the implementation of innovative digital learning experiences that emphasize career readiness and personal development.

As the Director of Partnerships for Find Your Grind, Dan is dedicated to empowering students and educators through meaningful, mission-driven solutions. Prior to his role at Find Your Grind, Dan managed the New England implementation at EVERFI, where he played a pivotal role in helping schools integrate impactful digital education programs. His journey to the edtech sector was non-traditional; before transitioning to education technology, Dan spent a decade in college athletics. He served as the Director of Recruiting and Associate Head Coach for the Roger Williams University Men’s Basketball program, where he developed leadership, strategy, and mentorship skills that continue to influence his work today. Dan is passionate about social impact and thrives in environments where mission and innovation intersect to create transformative opportunities for others.

Bryan Train

Bryan Train

CFO

Creator| Entertainer | Maker

Bryan Train has extensive international experience in capital markets, project finance and industry.

Prior to joining Find Your Grind, he held various C-level leadership and Board positions in Energy Sector.

Earlier in his career, Bryan served as Managing Director of the Worsham Group, a Family Office focused on investments in real estate, and was a co-founder and director of Asha Zuri Participações, which funded the development of 3,500 low-income housing units in southeastern Brazil.

He has held executive roles at Coloplast, a healthcare products manufacturer, and at GMAC’s ResCap mortgage lending platform, where he worked within its International Business Group. He began his career in the accounting department of DuPont’s subsidiary in Spain.

Bryan holds a BA (Hons) in International Business and German from EBS in London, and an MSc in Logistics, Trade and Finance from Bayes Business School (formerly Cass Business School).

He is passionate about making the world a better place and creating innovative financing solutions in order to enable Find Your Grind to achieve its mission of enabling students to meet their full potential.

Amberly Evans

Amberly Evans

Professional Development Product Manager

Competitor | Innovator | Analyzer

Amberly is a passionate learning and development leader who loves helping people grow and thrive through creative and impactful training programs.

At Find Your Grind, she leads all things professional development with the mission of developing the next wave of future-ready educators! Before joining Find Your Grind, Amberly wore many hats within the K-12 education system, starting as an elementary teacher with a concentration on reading, language, and literacy, moving on to become an instructional coach, and finally concluding her time in schools as a District ELA Content Coordinator. In all her roles, she stayed true to her passion for teaching and learning, both students and adults. When Amberly is not working, you can find her spending time with my family, reading, traveling, presenting at community events, and leading her church's Kids Ministry.

Luke Sherrington

Luke Sherrington

Director of UX

Creator | Explorer | Maker

Luke brings a passion for crafting meaningful digital experiences that empower students to explore who they are and who they want to become.

Based in England and collaborating across the pond with the U.S. team, he focuses on designing interactive, student-centered learning tools that spark self-discovery and engagement. Luke’s twenty year background in product design, combined with his fascination for generative AI, drives his innovative approach to shaping the future of education technology. Outside of work, he enjoys playing guitar, listening to 60's music, and spending quality time with his family in the countryside.

Ian Hatcher

Ian Hatcher

Head of Product

Connector | Organizer | Healer

Ian has been a Senior Product Manager at Find Your Grind for the past three years, bringing a deep passion for empowering students to lead lifestyle-driven lives.

Ian’s career journey reflects his commitment to aligning work with personal values. After starting as a stockbroker, he realized his true calling lay in education. This led him to earn a Master’s in Education and spend six years teaching in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.

Driven to make a broader impact, Ian transitioned into the EdTech industry where he has worked for the past 12 years, leveraging his background in education to help students discover their strengths, align their career paths with their lifestyles, and build meaningful futures. With a product mindset focused on solving real problems in partnership with educators and delivering the outcomes they are striving to achieve, Ian thrives on creating meaningful solutions that make a lasting impact. Outside of work, Ian enjoys gardening, spending time outdoors, and creating memories with his family.

Bryan Wanzer

Bryan Wanzer

Head of Instructional Design

Entrepreneur | Analyzer | Organizer

Bryan brings over a decade of experience in education and learning to his role as Head of Instructional Design at Find Your Grind.

With a strong foundation in classroom teaching, having spent 7 years as a middle and high school educator, Bryan leverages his expertise in curriculum development, instructional strategies, and learner engagement to create impactful learning experiences for students. When he’s not immersed in the world of learning design, Bryan enjoys spending quality time with his family and indulging in his love for baseball, both as a player and a avid fan of the Seattle Mariners.

Stephanie Beaty

Stephanie Beaty

Learning Experience Specialist

Explorer | Healer | Humanitarian

Stephanie designs dynamic, engaging curriculum to help students discover their strengths and passions.

With 16 years of experience in education, she has developed numerous high-impact programs that blend innovative strategies and educational technology to create meaningful learning experiences. Passionate about making learning accessible and exciting, Stephanie thrives on creating content that inspires students to reach their full potential. A Florida girl loving life in North Carolina, she enjoys the outdoor lifestyle, living room karaoke, and kitchen dance parties with her family.

Caleb Alvarez

Caleb Alvarez

Head of Content

Creator | Leader | Entrepreneur

Caleb Alvarez is the Head of Content at Find Your Grind, where he leads the company’s creative vision and storytelling across all platforms.

With a background in media, production, and digital storytelling, Caleb blends strategy and creativity to craft compelling narratives that bring Find Your Grind’s mission to life — helping the next generation discover who they are, not just what they want to do. His work spans brand development, multimedia campaigns, and thought leadership initiatives that connect educators, students, and partners through authentic, future-ready content. Passionate about purpose-driven storytelling, Caleb ensures every piece of content reflects the spirit of innovation, empathy, and possibility that defines Find Your Grind.

Eric Sarb

Eric Sarb

Account Executive, West Coast

Connector | Educator | Maker

Eric leverages his lifestyles and over 13 years of experience in the world of education to support educators and leaders across the Western US looking to adopt and expand Find Your Grind in their school or district.

Eric taught middle school math and science in Chicago and San Francisco for 6 years before pivoting to the ed tech sales world. He's worked at various levels in sales, completed multiple policy fellowships, and worked in education leadership development.

Eric lives in Oakland, California with his wife and has stayed (mostly) sane inside and outside the classroom by always playing in a punk or metal band, riding his bike with friends and staying involved in his local Buddhist group.

Danielle Watkins

Danielle Watkins

Senior Account Executive, East Coast

Creator | Explorer | Innovator

Danielle Watkins has spent the past decade immersed in the world of education — from leading classrooms to managing large district programs and building strategic partnerships that make an impact.

When she’s not collaborating on ways to elevate educational experiences for the youth, you’ll likely find her at the barre studio, teaching classes and bringing the same energy and passion she does to every part of her work and life. She loves cooking and hosting friends for dinner parties, especially on Thursdays!

Lizzie Wodrig

Lizzie Wodrig

Senior Customer Success Manager, East Coast

Creator | Analyzer | Healer

Lizzie Wodrig is a Senior Customer Success Manager at Find Your Grind, bringing over six years of experience supporting K–12 implementations.

Before joining Find Your Grind, Lizzie worked with Carnegie Learning, where she helped pilot programs and guided districts in selecting curriculum solutions that best fit their unique needs. She has a strong background in partnering with Texas districts to implement impactful 6–12 math programs, driving meaningful change in math education and student outcomes.

Before entering the edtech space, Lizzie was truly finding her grind—leading statewide and local political campaigns, working on a food truck, and teaching preschool. Her diverse experiences have shaped her passion for helping educators and districts succeed through purposeful, student-centered innovation.

Tiffany Louie

Tiffany Louie

Customer Success Manager, West Coast

Connector | Educator | Humanitarian

Tiffany is a passionate advocate for student-centered, future ready learning experiences.

As a Customer Success Manager at Find Your Grind, she partners with educators and districts to bring the company’s lifestyle first approach to career readiness to life, helping students discover who they are, what they value, and how they want to live.

With a strong background in educational technology and district partnerships, Tiffany brings expertise in implementation, strategic collaboration, and data-informed engagement. She thrives on building relationships that drive meaningful impact, guiding educators as they create student-centered, future-focused learning environments.

Inspired by Find Your Grind’s mission and culture, Tiffany is dedicated to helping schools transform how students connect their passions to their future possibilities, so every learner can design a life they love.

Weston Hall

Weston Hall

Senior Account Executive

Entertainer | Entrepreneur | Leader

Weston Hall joins Find Your Grind as an Account Executive, bringing his keen strategic mindset and passion for helping organizations implement innovative educational solutions.

With a background centered on developing strong client relationships and driving growth in dynamic markets, Weston is committed to partnering with schools and institutions to unlock the full potential of Find Your Grind’s purpose-driven learning platform. In his role, he supports institutions in adopting and maximizing the platform’s capabilities—enabling every student to discover their strengths and chart a meaningful path forward with confidence.

Kaity Hoefer

Kaity Hoefer

Senior Account Executive

Connector | Leader | Educator

Kaity Hoefer joins Find Your Grind as an Account Executive, bringing a heart for education and a passion for helping students design lives that reflect who they are and what they value.

Before transitioning into EdTech, Kaity spent years as a middle school special education teacher and team lead, where she built programs centered on belonging, strengths, and real-world skills.

That experience continues to shape her approach—meeting people where they are, building meaningful relationships, and championing growth through self-discovery.

At Find Your Grind, Kaity combines her background in teaching, coaching, and sales to help districts reimagine career readiness through a lifestyle-first lens. She’s driven by the belief that when students understand who they want to be before what they want to do, they unlock a future that feels both authentic and limitless.

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