Hey there, 

I’m Kolby. I’m convinced the world needs more enchantment for all that is alive. We understand reality through stories, and as the myth makers, it is our responsibility to invigorate the stories we tell with wonder. This belief drives the work I do and the courses I offer. 

As a nonfiction storyteller, my most recent story quest took me to a remote island in the South Pacific purportedly sinking due to sea level rise. A yearlong Fulbright research grant sprouted the creative research projects I’m currently working on. 

During my studies at the University of Pennsylvania, I double majored in International Relations and History and minored in Journalistic Writing. These complementary lenses highlighted how the same story can be told in many ways depending on the circumstances. From there, I honed my interviewing and writing skills by producing sector-specific publications at Global Business Reports. 

I also mentor youth, helping them tap into their curiosity as an alternative to a learning experience fueled by anxiety. For three years, I was a private SAT tutor, independently and through Stonehall Tutors, helping students raise their scores by 200+ points on average. Now, I work mainly with children aged 6-13 and offer curated lesson plans that build on students’ interests and incorporate play into the learning process. 

I want the world filled to the brim with sharp minds asking big questions, sculpting stories that enchant us with life.