Introducing Circle's editorial team
Meet the brilliant (and slightly community-obsessed) team behind Circle's content. Our mission? To help people build transformational communities—the kind that change lives. With every piece we write, we hope to help creators, solopreneurs, and community builders do what they do best: build something that truly matters.
Get to know our writers and editors
We're community pros, creators, and educators who've been in the trenches launching communities and memberships ourselves. No fluff here—just real insights, fresh ideas, and actionable advice to help your community thrive.
Alex Kinsella
Contributing Writer
Alex writes in-depth guides on community tools, engagement rituals, and automation—helping community builders scale with clarity and confidence.
Read moreArina Kharlamova
Community Content Marketer
Arina is Circle’s community content marketer, sharing insights on community growth, GTM strategy, and storytelling for solopreneurs.
Read moreCarrie Melissa Jones
Community Consultant, Author of Building Brand Communities
Carrie Melissa Jones helps brands build transformational communities. Explore her insights on digital leadership, strategy, and long-term member engagement.
Read moreCassandra King
Content Marketing Lead
Cassandra leads content, social, and virtual events at Circle. She specializes in building standout content strategies that fuel growth and community impact.
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The complete community platform
Circle is the complete community platform designed for creators and businesses who want powerful simplicity. You shouldn't have to choose between all-in-one and best-in-class. With Circle, you get both – plus AI to help you grow faster and work smarter.
Read moreEmma Catranis
Sr. Customer Education Manager
Emma manages customer education at Circle, where she’s currently focused on building Circle Academy—a new hub for all things community education.
Read moreGwyn Wansbrough
Founder, Breakthrough Facilitation
Gwyn Wansbrough designs engaging learning experiences online. Learn her proven methods for confident facilitation and impactful group sessions.
Read moreHelena 'Ellie' Huizenga
Contributing Writer
Ellie Huizenga shares stories on community, learning, and automation. She writes to inspire connection, collaboration, and impactful community-building.
Read moreJasmine Williams
Contributing Writer
Jasmine writes in-depth guides and story-driven profiles on the strategies that shape successful communities.
Read moreJordan Godbey
Founder of GrowthCommunity
Jordan Godbey helps creators build community-powered courses and scalable memberships. Learn his strategies for launching and growing successful communities.
Read moreMathilde Leo
Head of Community & Customer Education
Mathilde leads community and education at Circle. She builds vibrant SaaS communities and creates world-class learning experiences at Circle Academy.
Read moreMike Sholars
Contributing Writer
Mike Sholars is journalist, podcaster, author, creative director, and founder of Mike Check Marketing Consulting. Based out of the Greater Toronto Area, he uses his years of experience to tell stories with style and sincerity.
Read moreOyinkansola Ogunyinka Edem
Contributing Writer
Oyinkansola writes content that helps brands engage and convert their audiences. She’s also a fiction author, content creator, and newsletter writer.
Read morePaulina Major
Contributing Writer
Paulina Major writes about online courses, freelancing, and growth. She helps creators build, launch, and grow educational communities that thrive.
Read morePedro Hernandes
Senior Community Manager
Pedro drives community growth and engagement at Circle. He builds scalable workflows, rituals, and inclusive spaces that support members worldwide.
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