The Faces Behind Your Story

Get to know the team dedicated to helping you share your story.

Alex Demczak Chief Executive Officer

Alex is a builder at heart—of businesses, teams, and most importantly, people. As Chief Executive Officer of ShareYourStory.com, he’s spent the last several years helping thought leaders clarify their message and share their story with the world.

Before co-founding Streamline (now ShareYourStory.com) during the pandemic, Alex began his career as a keynote speaker and continues to speak to companies, teams, schools, and organizations across the country, challenging audiences to maximize their potential and lead with purpose.

Outside of work, Alex is building a family with his wife and their three kids. He enjoys spending time outdoors, staying active, building community through his local church, and pursuing personal growth through reading, leadership, and meaningful relationships. Whether on stage, at home, or behind the scenes, Alex shows up to help others build with purpose.

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Will Severns Chief Relationship Officer

Will helps our team stay aligned, encouraged, and equipped to do meaningful work. As Chief Relationship Officer of ShareYourStory.com, he shares resources, celebrates wins, and keeps people connected, making sure that the culture behind the scenes reflects the stories we help bring to life.

After starting his career in content marketing, Will transitioned into ghostwriting and consulting, eventually partnering with Alex Demczak to launch Streamline (now ShareYourStory.com). What began as a small experiment has grown into a full-scale platform serving thought leaders across the country.

Outside of work, Will is a husband to Lauren and dad to four young kids: Branch, Wynnie, Cal, and Maeve. Most weekends, you’ll find them at the park, watching Kansas City sports, or spending time with their church community. At home and at work, Will is committed to building a life centered on faith, family, and storytelling.

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Chloie Benton Director of Operations

Chloie leads with clarity, strategy, and a deep belief in the power of a well-told story. As Director of Operations, she oversees production systems and workflows across ShareYourStory.com, ensuring that every person’s journey is efficient, seamless, and enjoyable!

With a background in education and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction, Chloie began her career as a high school English teacher and coach before transitioning into publishing. She spent several years freelancing as a ghostwriter and editor before officially joining the Streamline team in 2023, stepping into her current leadership role in 2025.

Beyond her work with authors, Chloie serves as a publishing partner for Innovate Kansas City and supports entrepreneurial ventures across the Kansas City area. She’s also writing a book of her own, designing dream trips, and sketching blueprints for a future self-sustaining farm. On the weekends, you’ll likely find her cheering on women’s sports, baking something from scratch, or discovering a new place to explore.

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Brooke Browning Director of Marketing

From idea to impact, Brooke pairs strategic thinking with sincere curiosity. She guides the narrative of ShareYourStory.com, using our brand voice as a tool for empathy and connection.

After earning her journalism degree from Mizzou with an emphasis in strategic communication, Brooke honed her skills in editing and content strategy at an agency before joining our team as a freelancer in August 2024. By early 2025, she stepped into her role as Director of Marketing, where she continues to shape how we show up in the world.

Outside of work, Brooke brings the same curiosity and intentionality to her personal life. You’ll often find her walking with a podcast in her ears, shopping at the local farmer’s market with her husband, or diving into research on women’s health and nutrition.

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Becca Blackburn Director of Books

Becca believes that every story deserves to be told with excellence, and she brings a calm, steady presence to help make that happen. With a background as the Managing Editor of a Christian magazine for teen girls and over 12 years as a professional photographer, Becca has spent her career helping people feel seen.

Since joining ShareYourStory.com in 2023 as a project manager, then Publishing Manager, she’s guided authors through every stage of the publishing journey. Now, as Director of Books, she oversees the entire Books vertical while leading the team that brings authors’ visions to life. Her sharp eye for detail and deep empathy for authors make her an invaluable part of the team.

Outside of work, Becca is often chasing golden hour with her camera, cheering on her kids from the sidelines, or tending to her backyard garden.

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Josh Raymer Director of Media

Josh leads the Media team at ShareYourStory.com, where he’s building a comprehensive content ecosystem that helps authors and thought leaders expand their reach and amplify their message. As Director of Media, he’s spearheading the growth of StoryFirst Media—developing new offerings across newsletters, podcasting, and video content while mentoring a creative team that delivers meaningful results for clients.

Before joining Share Your Story, Josh worked as a sports writer for the Frankfort State-Journal, in communications at Western Kentucky University, and later at Scribe Media, where he served as a content lead and head of the podcast department. He also brought his production and strategy experience to Sweet Fish Media as a lead podcast producer before taking time off to be home with his newborn daughter.

Outside of work, Josh is writing his third novel, co-hosts The IDP Show, the world’s leading fantasy football podcast focused on defensive players, and leads a men’s Bible study in his hometown. He and his wife, Ali, love traveling, watching NFL football, and spending time with family and friends whenever possible.

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Brittany Richmond Director of Speaking

Brittany has spent her career proving that the most powerful thing you can do is have the courage to share your story. As Director of Speaking at ShareYourStory.com, she helps authors and thought leaders transform their expertise into compelling presentations, build speaking platforms that create opportunity, and use their voice to make a bigger impact.

Before joining ShareYourStory.com, Brittany built a nationally recognized speaking career as an award winning keynote speaker, bestselling author, psychology professor, and anxiety expert. She continues to speak at approximately 50 events each year, delivering keynotes and workshops to audiences across the country. Because she’s still actively on stage and in the speaking industry, Brittany coaches from real-world experience, not just theory, bringing current insights into what event planners are looking for and what helps speakers build sustainable, impactful careers.

Having spoken to tens of thousands of students, educators, leaders, and organizations, Brittany knows what it takes to move from “I have something to say” to “People need to hear this.” Nothing excites her more than helping someone discover that their story isn’t just worth telling. It might be exactly what someone else needs to hear.

Outside of work, you’ll usually find Brittany lifting at the gym, spending time with her husband and two orange tabby cats, tackling another home project, or listening to entirely too much ’80s rock.

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Megan Sneed Sales Account Executive

Megan brings a builder’s mindset and a genuine love of connection to every conversation. As Account Executive, she owns the sales pipeline from first response through close, running discovery calls, connecting clients to new opportunities, and keeping our data organized so nothing falls through the cracks.

A Kansas City native and Rockhurst University grad, Megan spent her career in sales at local companies like Waddell & Reed, C2FO, and Bungii, running end-to-end sales cycles, selling into large enterprises, and leading teams of up to 50 while building go-to-market strategy for tech companies in financial services and logistics. After taking a year away from work to focus on her family, she found her way to ShareYourStory.com. Now she gets to spend her days in the book world, a full-circle moment for someone whose favorite place growing up was the library.

Outside of work, Megan is busy keeping up with her husband of 15 years and their two kids, ages 10 and 8, cheering them on at sports, piano, and choir, or unwinding on the lake, on a hike, or with a book before bed. She’s also a proud Chiefs fan, and there’s no season she loves more than football.

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Jess Burdg Editor in Chief

Jess believes stories connect us, and she brings that conviction to every manuscript she touches. As Editor in Chief, her north star is narrative quality, and she leads our editorial team with a commitment to helping writers and authors produce their absolute best work.

Jess has ghostwritten more than 60 bestsellers and served as editor or book coach for an additional 40+ nonfiction books, bringing a print journalism background and a passion for pulling on the human thread in every story. Before stepping into this role, she worked as a Manuscript Creative and Executive Editor at Scribe Media, as Content Manager for Epoch Education, and as Grants Manager for a local Kansas City nonprofit, along with several years as a solopreneur contracting on book and content projects. She has been ghostwriting with ShareYourStory.com for three years.

Outside of work, Jess is a proudly average participant in both ultramarathons out west and local Kansas City road races, and she is happiest with her family, a good book, or live music. In 2020 she published her own bestselling book, More Than a Diagnosis: Stories of Hurdles, Hope, and Possibility from Parents of Children Who Are Differently Abled, with all proceeds benefiting a nonprofit for neuroatypical children and their families. In 2026 she was formally recognized as editor of Dr. Nancy Dome’s memoir in essays, Glimmers, and her personal work has appeared in Tulip Tree Review, Cowboy Jamboree, and the International Human Rights Arts Foundation, along with recognition as a finalist for the Conger J. Beasley Jr. Award for Nonfiction and a runner-up for Vanderbilt’s Porch Prize for Creative Nonfiction.

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Luke Mangan Content and Production Manager

Luke brings a unique blend of curiosity, authenticity, and creativity to every project he owns. As Content and Production Manager, he leads our video strategy and production, always asking what will be genuinely entertaining and helpful for the people watching. He brings that same creative lens to every format, from long-form episodes to short-form clips, shaping how ShareYourStory.com shows up on screen.

Before joining ShareYourStory.com in March 2025, Luke spent the first part of his career in sales, working across industries like finance, logistics, and professional development. He started writing as a hobby in early 2024 and quickly discovered a passion for using words to build trust, drive impact, and tell meaningful (fun!) stories. He went on to become our very first Content Strategist, working on LinkedIn strategy with clients across business, leadership, publishing, professional coaching, and beyond.

Outside of work, you’ll find Luke on the golf course, out for a walk with his wife and their dog, Judge, or writing his newsletter, On Golf.

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Abigael Elliott Head of Design

Abigael brings stories to life visually—blending artistic instinct with strategic design. She joined Streamline (now ShareYourStory.com) in the summer of 2023 and quickly discovered a passion for book design. Since then, she’s become the creative force behind dozens of our covers, helping authors express their message through thoughtful, compelling visuals.

She earned her BFA in Graphic Design from the University of Central Missouri in 2019 and began her career at Whiskey Design, a Kansas City studio, where she worked across packaging, event, and UI design.

Outside of work, Abigael is endlessly creative. She’s currently writing a three-part fantasy series and loves any hands-on creative outlet: bookbinding, painting, drawing, weaving, and playing music. You’ll also find her hiking with her husband, reading by the pool, or questing on a Dungeons & Dragons campaign.

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Jamie Smith Publishing Manager

Jamie makes sure every author’s publishing journey runs smoothly from start to finish. As Publishing Manager at ShareYourStory.com, she oversees the project management team and keeps everything on track so authors can focus on their story while we handle the details. She assigns projects, trains the team, and continuously improves our processes to make the experience better for everyone involved.

Before joining ShareYourStory.com as a project manager, Jamie spent 13 years as a teacher, holding roles like team lead, curriculum designer, and yearbook coordinator. Her teaching background gave her the skills to manage complex projects, build clear systems, and support teams in doing their best work.

Off the clock, Jamie’s raising her kids and creating memories with them—whether that’s on their yearly beach trips, exploring historic small towns for weekend getaways, or having picnics in the playhouse. When she gets a quiet moment, you’ll find her reading, toggling between nonfiction, fiction, and a Bible study.

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Lily Huff Community Manager

Lily has always been drawn to the places where people and stories intersect — which makes her a natural fit for the Storytellers Community. As Community Manager, she’s focused on building a space where authors and leaders can learn, connect, and expand their influence alongside others on the same journey.

Lily studied Journalism, Mass Communications, and English at Oklahoma Baptist University before spending several years in Washington, D.C., working in events. When the opportunity to step into publishing came along, she didn’t look back. She joined ShareYourStory.com in March 2025 as a writer and developmental editor with Streamline Books before expanding her role to include content strategy with StoryFirst Media.

In her free time, you’ll find her running a book club, logging another day on her 1,000+ Duolingo streak, or diving into whatever book, album, or film has caught her attention.

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Lauren Murphy Sales Account Executive

Lauren is the first voice you’ll hear at ShareYourStory.com — and she’d tell you there’s nowhere she’d rather be. As Account Executive, she owns the pipeline from first touchpoint to next step, helping storytellers explore what sharing their story could look like and walking with them toward a decision that best suits their goals.

After earning her communications degree, she worked in marketing at startups before spending three years with a high school parachurch ministry. Alongside her work at ShareYourStory.com, she serves in strategic partnerships at IF:Gathering, helping organizations collaborate and go further together than they ever could alone. She brings that same relational instinct — and genuine love for people’s stories — to her work at ShareYourStory.com.

Outside of work, Lauren is happiest outside — running, biking, or chasing her next race about ten months of the year. The other two? She’s indoors with a good book and a solid Allegra regimen, waiting on pollen season to end. She’s also a serial side-project enthusiast — whether that’s a Facebook Marketplace flip, a cheap flight somewhere new, or a freshly planted herb garden.

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Emily Gray Social Media Coordinator

Emily keeps ShareYourStory.com showing up — consistently, creatively, and on cue. As Social Media Coordinator, she manages the content calendar, writes client Feature Stories, coordinates assets across the marketing team, and makes sure we are alive and active on socials!

A University of Missouri-Columbia grad with a degree in Journalism and an emphasis in Strategic Communication, Emily has a reporter’s instinct for what makes a story worth telling — and a social media brain for how to make it land. She came back to her hometown of Harrisonville, Missouri, after college and brought both of those things with her.

Outside of work, you’ll find her doing diamond art while listening to CreepCast or Morbid, deep in a psychological thriller or romance novel, or writing just for fun. She takes her Chai Latte with cinnamon cold foam when she’s feeling fancy.

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Anita Stenner Administrative Assistant

As Administrative Assistant at Share Your Story, she supports the team by coordinating priorities, keeping things organized, and following through so ideas become action. She loves building trusted relationships and helping the people around her feel supported and ready for what’s next.

With a background in luxury hospitality and executive support, Anita has worked in luxury hotels and high-net-worth environments. Those experiences shaped her commitment to thoughtful service, discretion, and anticipating needs. She brings that same attentive approach to her work, helping busy teams stay organized and focused.

Beyond her work with Share Your Story, Anita also supports executives and entrepreneurs with their business and personal priorities. Based in Richmond, British Columbia, she enjoys spending time with her family, staying active, walking her dog, Bennie, and tackling her latest home decorating project. Her faith grounds her, and she values time to slow down and enjoy the life she’s building.

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EXCELLENT

Based on 100 reviews

Wes Bruns

Yes, I was fortunate that ShareYourStory, formerly Streamline Books, was willing to give me an opportunity to tell my story. Certainly, my story has a lot of emotional moments and ShareYourStory was both patient and empathic toward me as I told my story with our ghost writer. I can't thank them enough for their work. As a coach, I can't ask for better teammates then ShareYourStory! Thank you. Wes Bruns When Life Changes the Game

Frederick Hubler

Pleasure to work with the entire team and a fantastic end product.

KASI LACEY

A Dream Made Real — I Cannot Recommend Share Your Story Enough Writing and publishing a book had been on my heart, and on my vision board, for years. I knew I had a story and message I wanted to share, but as a full-time entrepreneur and speaker, finding the time, structure, and accountability to actually make it happen felt overwhelming. Then I had the opportunity to meet Alex, one of the founders of Share Your Story, in person. I immediately felt like I had found the right people. After jumping on a call with Aaron and getting to know the rest of the incredible team, including Will, Jamie, Lily, and Anika, I knew I wanted to work with them. Lily is the absolute best to work with and miss my weekly calls with her. I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about this team. They helped me take my book from an idea I had carried for years to a finished, published book in my hands. They gave me the organization, structure, accountability, and support I needed while still making sure the book sounded like me. My story remained my story, my voice remained my voice, and the message I wanted to share never got lost in the process. I also had the pleasure of working with Anne Rulo as my editor, who was absolutely wonderful, who also happened to be a dear friend and former colleage. And then there were all of the pieces I didn't even know I needed to think about: graphics, formatting, Amazon, ISBNs, publishing logistics, and everything happening behind the scenes. Their team made all of it feel incredibly seamless. As a speaker, having a book has also opened up another way for me to get my message into the hands of more people. This wasn't simply about checking "write a book" off my bucket list. They helped me create something that is now an important extension of my work, my story, and the impact I want to make. This will be a legacy for my two daughters. Perhaps what I appreciate most is that the relationship didn't end when the book was published. They have continued to be partners, supporters, and cheerleaders, celebrating the book and what has come from it right alongside me. Publishing a book is vulnerable. Sharing your story is vulnerable. And when you're already running a business and juggling a million other responsibilities, actually finishing that book can feel impossible. Share Your Story made it possible for me. They didn't just help me publish a book. They helped me make a dream come true. If you have a book on your heart and you're looking for people who are talented, organized, supportive, and genuinely good humans, I cannot recommend Share Your Story enough. I am incredibly grateful I trusted them with mine.

Excellent experience from start to finish. I gained the wealth and knowledge of the process. I am forever grateful.

Sydney Minarik

My book is almost out in the world and I can't tell you how great Share Your Story has been. There's no other team I would have rather worked with to, well, share my story. Awesome resources with even better people.

Brooke Brittain

It has been such a TREMEDOUS blessing to have such an elite team help me navigate the publishing process of my first book. Every step of my journey has been supported from start to finish. I’m years ahead of where I would have been alone, I learned so much, and I am so happy with the book in my hand. I cannot recommend them enough.

Lindsay Gustafson

I had the absolute best experience working with Streamline Books to help bring my book to life! I love how authentic, kind, professional, and experienced the entire team is. They helped guide me every step of the way and encouraged me with unwavering support from day 1. I couldn’t have done this without them, and I’m so grateful to have had the chance to meet the team and work with them. My book turned out absolutely perfect and exactly how I imagined it. I highly recommend their services to anyone and everyone needing help and guidance in publishing and launching their story!

Ashley M. Schneider

I couldn't be happier with my book and the publishing process with the Share Your Story Team. Will & Alex won me over during the discovery phase, and the team they've cultivated did not disappoint. If you want to work with others that work as hard as you do to get your story in the hands of readers, this is the place for you!

Kristina Carlson

My experience with ShareYourStory was a joy. Every member of their team embraced my vision for Outrageous Kindness and brought their creativity and passion to our work together. And they epitomized a core element of Outrageous Kindness, they delivered what they said they would, when they said they would with positive energy.

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