Director
Dan Fowler
Dan is the Director of Social Enterprise at Matchstick Goods. He has a Bachelor's Degree from Loyola University New Orleans and an MBA from Antioch University. He has over 7 years of experience leading faith-based non-profit programs.
His favorite thing about working at Matchstick is creating opportunities for students to thrive.
Studio Manager
Blayne Strippelhoff
Blayne is Matchstick Goods' Studio Manager. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Art in Design from Asbury University, and has been working with Matchstick since August of 2023.
Blayne's favorite part of working at Matchstick is the calm environment.
Studio Lead
Michele Mina-Hernandez
Michele Mina HernandezStudio LeadMichele earned her Associates in Art through BCTC, and starts at UK this Fall. She's been working with Matchstick Goods since June 2021.
Her favorite thing about working at MG is that she gets to build and craft pieces, which she finds calming.
Studio Assistant
Lady Anelly
Lady has an Associates degree from Bluegrass Community & Technical College and has been working at Matchstick since May 2022.
Student Employee
Brisa Waight
Brisa is a Sophomore at Lafeyette High School and has been working with Matchstick Goods since June 2022.
Her favorite part of working at Matchstick is cleaning up the workspace.
Student Employee
Juvalay Cornelio
Juvalay is a Junior at Bryan Station High School and has been working with Matchstick Goods since June 2023.
Her favorite part of working at Matchstick is the people and the environment.
