Our Team
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Ross Brown
Ross Brown began his career standing in for a dog in a dog food commercial. He went on to write and produce on sitcoms like The Cosby Show, The Facts of Life and Step By Step. He’s now seeing what life’s like as a performer through improv.
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Mike Gordon
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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Erik Salthouse
Erik loves to play with An Embarrassment of Pandas. In Improv, even the performers don’t know what will happen next. Ask an improvisor “where did that come from” The answer is “I don’t know”. Every time on the stage is a thrill ride with the Pandas.
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Mark Sylvester
Mark Sylvester is a creativity strategist who thrives on connection, curiosity, and a well-timed callback. Offstage, he builds soulful brands and storytelling systems. Onstage, he brings heart, humor, and presence. Mark believes improv—like life—is better when everyone’s listening, saying “yes,” and playing full out.
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Kymberlee Weil
Kymberlee combines stage expertise with a decade of improv experience. She teaches at TED Summits, leads corporate workshops, and runs Carpinteria Improv. Her sessions boost confidence and creativity, sparking bold choices and laughter. Explore more at kymberlee.com and join the fun at carpinteriaimprov.com.
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Sierra Valdez
Sierra is the newest Panda to improv, bringing enthusiasm and eagerness to learn into every performance! Sierra loves the goofy nature of improv and creating silly stories with her team.