Marti (as she is known to the campers) is a self-taught musician and children’s music teacher. She owns ShooBeeLoo Music and Movement, performing for kids at festivals, community events, and birthday parties. Her musical experience includes two decades of touring with various rock bands, singing harmonies as well as playing bass and guitar. She first joined the GRI volunteer team in 2014 as a bass instructor at camp.

Andrea has served on the GRI board of directors since 2017 and recently took on the role of treasurer. Her professional background is in fundraising, grant writing and marketing. She works for Butler University as an Advancement Researcher. Originally from Germany, Andrea immigrated to the U.S. in 2006. She and her husband live in Indianapolis. They have a daughter who cannot wait to be old enough for Girls Rock camp!

Marissa Smith-Kenny is a writer and marketing professional. She currently serves as the business development manager for an advertising, public relations and digital agency. Marissa strongly believes in merging her passion for community involvement with her technical skills in marketing wherever possible.

Marcy has been a GRI volunteer since 2013, serving in roles from guitar instructor to Board President. She is a wife, mother, singer-songwriter, preschool teacher and wedding officiant. Working with GRI has been one of the greatest joys of her life!

Gabrielle has been a professional DJ for more than a decade. She is currently an On-Air Host and Mixer for RadioNow 100.9, and continues to DJ at local nightclubs and events.

Kaylee is a social worker and educator passionate about working with youth. Currently, Kaylee’s work focuses on developing and facilitating LGBTQ+ trainings, with the aim of empowering people to have conversations and use their skills to build a world without oppression. They began their journey with GRI as a band manager in 2015 and have served as D&I Chair and board member since January 2020.

Beth has been a GRI volunteer since our organization’s founding. She currently serves as the chair for our volunteer committee.

Jaxon became involved with GRI 10 years ago, volunteering as a band manager for several years before moving up into the role of Programming Committee Chair. They also serve on the board. Jaxon has worked in the service industry in Indianapolis for more than a decade. They are currently taking welding classes through the Latinas Welding Guild in preparation for their next career move.