Not just a team, but a village…

Meet the people who bring their skills, gifts and heart to Creative+.

Amanda Stephen

Founder & Owner

Amanda is the visionary behind Creative+.

Creating space, programing, opportunities and room for organic connection and growth. She also makes sure that the heart of Creative+ stays intact. A SAG-AFTRA & Equity actress, and avid lover of entrepreneurship & the arts.

Click HERE to learn more about Amanda.

Westley Todd Holiday

Director of Business Development & Advisory Board Engagement

Meet Westley, our newest team member!

As a multi-talented leader, Westley runs the nonprofit Holiday HOOPS & ARTs, works at Rhode Island School of Design, and is an AEA member with a love for music. Get to know Westley at our Virtual Connects—we can’t wait for you to meet him!

Michael Cruz

Administrator & Members Coordinator

Michael helps keep Creative+ running smoothly and is the go-to for information on programming, events and membership levels. Michael is an avid coffee lover and a budding creative.

The Facilitators

Winter/Spring 2025

Meet the skilled folks who run our ongoing groups, workshops and events.

  • Kim Marsh

    Monthly Writer’s Group

    Kim is a published author, writing editing coach and the owner of Open Book Company.

    Click HERE to learn more about Kim.

  • Joseph Brown

    Dads Meet-Up

    Joe is an Honorary Creative + Founder, a proud parent.

    Click HERE to learn more about Joe.

  • Allison Smith

    The Journey: Moving Towards Growth, Insight, and Joy

    Allison is a PhD candidate in Women’s Spirituality, writer, intuitive guide, and ceremonialist.

    Click HERE to learn more about Allison.

  • Sean Murphy

    Dads Meet-Up

    Sean is a Career coach with a storyteller’s soul, helping professionals pivot, persevere, and find purpose.

    Click HERE to learn more about Sean.

  • Solo Mom Group

    Rachel Russo

    Solo Mom Support - Single Moms Group

    Rachel is a dedicated matchmaker, dating coach, and solo mom by choice. She’s also the owner of Rachel Russo Relationships.

    Click HERE to learn more about Rachel.

The Facilitators

2023-2024

  • Michelle Ward

    Winning Wednesdays Co-work

    Michelle is a creative business coach and a musical theatre actress.

  • Sky McDonald

    Monthly Writer’s Group & Wise Women Collective

    Sky is a published author, wellness coach and the owner of Anti-Belle Books. Click HERE to learn more about Sky.

  • Jennifer Bladel

    Parents Lunch

    Jennifer is the owner of Village Studio Photography, a proud parent and visual artist.

  • Kristyn Brady

    Parents Lunch

    Kristen is a talented photographer, a proud parent and occupational therapist.

  • Ina Qema

    Parents Lunch.

    Ina is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a proud parent, and founder of MindSpace Therapy.

Interested in becoming a facilitator? Shoot us a line!

We are always on the look out to bring new groups, workshops and events with the goal to enhance skills, connect people, bring wellness, new discovers and creativity to our members. When reaching out, share what it is you’d like to do, your experience in it, and any other information that can help paint a picture for us.