Team

He/Him/His

As CEO of Arcbound, Bryan Wish focuses on growth and business development, public relations, and executing the company’s strategic vision.

He has built his career around mobilizing communities and bringing unique voices and perspectives to the masses. From starting a content platform with 800+ contributors, to establishing an investment fund’s global community across 30+ countries, Bryan has seen firsthand the power of content and community in fulfilling one’s mission.

Bryan saw the opportunity to build a company like Arcbound while working on a book launch for The Creative Curve by tech CEO Allen Gannett. Bryan realized Allen wasn’t just launching a book; he was building a personal brand. With that in mind, Bryan set out to build an end-to-end service to create a sustainable platform for leaders who want to unify others with their message. Four years later, Arcbound has worked with 70+ clients, from Fortune 100 CEOs to global investors and bestselling authors.

When he’s not building the future of Arcbound, you’ll find Bryan hiking in Tahoe or Yosemite, building out his wardrobe piece by piece in local vintage stores, refining his newly found tennis game, exploring the world, or doing some deep introspection by a fire while listening to acoustic folk music.

Highbrow: Can’t go a day without 6 hard-boiled eggs and an avocado

Lowbrow: Sleeps with his socks on

Founder’s Corner

She/Her/Hers

Blaire leads Arcbound’s client services teams, ensuring that creative and account services are working together to build and amplify our thought leaders’ brands. 

Blaire builds and leads incredible client service organizations. Her signature is a premium customer experience supported by an operational engine that allows her teams to focus on what they do best. She’s done this three times over, establishing and leading the Customer Success and Professional Services organizations at TrackMaven, a marketing insights company, during its launch and high growth period. Through a merger, she took those skills Skyword, a content marketing organization, where she led the integration of the post sales teams and stood up the data and insights center of excellence. She then set up and led the customer success team at BERA.ai, a Saas company identifying and proving the causal connection between brand equity and business outcomes for the world’s most beloved brands.

Blaire lives in Washington, D.C. proper with her husband, Demetrios, their daughter Aristea, and two grumpy cats, Boo and Minette. She loves jogging on the National Mall, arranging cut flowers, and an annual re-reading of the two-volume translation of the Count of Monte Cristo. She is a graduate of Georgetown University Law Center and Centre College. 

High Brow. Passed the Maryland Bar Exam one day after returning from a two week vacation in Greece. 

Low Brow. LOVES chili with Fritos, or Fritos with chili. 

He/Him/His

Puneeth has a broad experience in A/V Production including, Short Films, Feature Films, Documentaries, Music Composition for Cinema, Music Production for Indie Artists, Narrative Shows, True Crime Podcasts, Interview Podcasts to name a few. Prior to Arcbound, Puneeth worked with YAP Media as an Audio Engineer – Editor handling the Audio Production for some of the Top Podcasts in the World. 

When he is not being a Producer, Puneeth trains in MMA, Strength and Conditioning; He is extremely passionate about Cinema and Music, and regularly Explores New and Offbeat Places, Hikes the Highest Peaks, and is ever curious about Reading, Experimenting, and Learning about the Mind and the Body to understand the Human Mechanism better. He also loves animals and feeds the stray dogs, cows, cats and helps local NGOs to rescue the ones in need. 

Puneeth dropped out of Mechanical Engineering to pursue his Passion for Cinema and Audio Production and now holds a Diploma in Audio Engineering from SAE Australia. 

Highbrow: His first ever trek was in the Himalayas to witness the first sunrise of a new year from the top of the world. 

Lowbrow: He is sometimes too spontaneous, but they almost always lead to some of the best moments in his life.

He/Him/His

Pranaya is a video editor and has extensive knowledge in mass media. Before joining the Arcbound family, Pranaya Worked remotely at Ekcel Academy as their Lead Editor. From learning content creation for media to crafting engaging content for clients to reach their goal, Pranaya has developed great habits that help him grow and continuously learn.

Video editing takes a toll on the body both mentally and physically, while people may find it hard to maintain a healthy physical routine side by side, Pranaya does defy those feelings and that is where his discipline kicks in. He has been active in the gym for last 3 years and is consistent with his diet and training outside of work.

Pranaya completed his college education in 2018 then further his education at Swami Vivekanand Subharti University, obtaining degrees in Journalism and 

Mass Communication at both institutions. During his education, Pranaya also performed raps at college events and really enjoyed that process.

Highbrow: Reached the peak on a trek to Rasol (Himachal Pradesh, India) in 5 hours.

Lowbrow: Pranaya thought he could do any trek easily and didn’t understand why people were so afraid of doing the trek to Rasol. After completing the grueling trek to Rasol, Pranaya now understands why people were afraid of doing it.

She/Her/Hers

As Arcbound’s Graphic Designer, Khanak Maini skillfully tailors a diverse array of graphics to meet the unique demands of each client. With an acute attention to detail and a creative flair, Khanak plays a pivotal role in shaping Arcbound’s distinctive visual identity. Her commitment to delivering high-quality graphics effectively communicates the brand’s message, showcasing her proficiency in the art of design.

Khanak’s journey in the world of art and design commenced as a hobby, with a passion for painting and illustrating. Through self-driven experimentation with various design software, she evolved into a self-taught designer. Her growth continued through collaborative efforts with a diverse clientele, enhancing her skills and fueling her relentless enthusiasm to craft extraordinary designs that make a lasting impact.

Beyond the pixels and vectors, Khanak finds joy in the art of thrifting, perpetually on the hunt for unique pieces that tell distinctive stories. This passion serves as a continuous wellspring of inspiration for her creative endeavors. Additionally, her leisure time is often spent immersed in the world of movies and TV series, recognizing the power of storytelling, whether visual or narrative, as a potent tool that shapes perspectives and fuels creativity.

Khanak is pursuing her Bachelors of Vocational Studies in Digital Art and Animation from Fergusson College, Pune, India.

Low brow: Might be seen hyperfixated on her 100th new hobby and forget to drink her first sip of water for the day.

Highbrow: can highly function on 2 hours of sleep and a cup of Iced Macchiato

He/Him/His

Anton is the Head of Web Development at Arcbound. He is primarily responsible for developing and maintaining client websites in addition to creating internal software systems for the company.

Anton brings 7 years of prior professional experience in the field of development to Arcbound. Before his time at Arcbound, Anton worked as an SEO and lead developer at the nationally-renowned marketing attorney agency, Nifty Marketing. His work included developing and maintaining websites for high-profile attorneys across the country, marrying his knowledge of web development with technical SEO to improve client marketing campaigns. He has worked with several non-profits and local businesses to create websites for their organizations as part of their overall marketing and branding efforts. 

When Anton isn’t working on a website, he is likely spending time with his wife and children, enjoying the outdoors of Idaho, or pursuing his artistic interests as a painter. At the age of 30, he learned how to swim for the first time and has since been swimming competitively, including a local triathlon called the Spudman. He also loves baking, especially sourdough bread, and during the height of the 2020 pandemic, he baked up to 18 loaves of bread a week that he would give to others around the community.

Anton graduated from Brigham Young University with a B.A. in Linguistics and a minor in TESOL. His love of languages naturally led him to web development, where is his proficient in English, Tagalog, HTML, Javascript, and PHP.

Highbrow: Anton is a completely self-taught programmer

Lowbrow: He can never remember where he put his keys

She/Her/Hers

Katie is an Account Strategist at Arcbound, where she leverages her background in sales and account strategy coupled with her mission-driven focus to help clients identify and develop their personal brand.

Prior to joining Arcbound, Katie held positions in sales and strategic account growth roles in the media advertising industry, with a particular focus on the retention and optimization of TV and video advertising campaigns. Throughout her career, she has developed a deep understanding of client needs and her ability to build strong relationships, understand customer pain points, and develop tailored solutions has allowed her to consistently exceed client expectations.

Katie’s strategic mindset and problem-solving capabilities extends into her passion for working with purpose-driven brands who care about people, their products, and the planet. As a graduate of the institute for integrative nutrition, she is deeply motivated to solve the youth behavioral health crisis and to help individuals make thoughtful decisions when it comes to clean eating.

Katie is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder with a B.A. in Film and Media Studies.

Outside of Arcbound, Katie enjoys farming and making flower bouquets with her twin girls, designing spaces / renovation projects with her husband, hiking with her rescue dog, snowboarding in Vermont with her friends, and if she’s lucky, catching a Grateful Dead concert.

High Brow: She co-founded the RAD girls club, a non-profit organization in the dog rescue community that advocated for stigmatized breeds, elderly dogs, and dogs with medical issues.

Low Brow: She is a third-generation Philadelphia Eagles fan.

She/Her/Hers

Ashley Ryall is an Account Strategist relied upon by clients to advance their career trajectories, enhance their influence as thought leaders, and position them more visibly, authentically, and competitively in front of their audiences.

Before Arcbound, Ashley led her own thought leadership agency for eight years helping senior leaders at Fortune 500 companies, entrepreneurs, authors, and freelancers build businesses around their individual brands, elevate their executive presences, and get them on virtual and in-person stages. Her expertise is anchored at the intersection of career development and content marketing which naturally developed from her roles in marketing and social media management at recruitment and SaaS companies early in her career.

Ashley is also a speaker, an accountability partner and hype woman for those who want to live big lives outside their comfort zones, a dedicated dog mom, New Hampshire hiker, SUP’er, and adventurer. She’s currently writing a memoir. 

High Brow: She’s walked the Camino de Santiago across northern Spain

Low Brow: She drove 7,500 miles round trip in three weeks. Pro tip: don’t try to move across the country during the start of a pandemic.

She/Her/Hers

Alexandra Pence (Alex for short)  is a seasoned brand marketing maestro with a passion for unique storytelling and expectation-shattering client success. She possesses over a decade of experience crafting killer marketing campaigns that drive growth, boost revenue, and make brands shine. She is all about turning challenges into opportunities (and doing so with a little Southern sass and a big smile).

From e-commerce to healthcare, Alex has partnered with highly successful clients in a wide range of diverse industries to make sure their marketing strategies are on point, innovative, and innately results-driven.

She has worn a lot of hats throughout her storied marketing career, developing and implementing winning strategies for every type of marketing channel out there, building and managing long-lasting client relationships, and guiding and mentoring up-and-coming marketing pros. Whether you’re dealing with digital or traditional marketing tactics, Alex is your go-to for highly creative problem-solving and out-of-the-box thinking. She is just as comfortable running a monthly strategy session as she is crafting compelling ad copy, and her versatility and multitude of capabilities as a marketing professional adds immeasurable value to the Arcbound toolkit.

When Alex is not optimizing brand boosting campaigns or leading client calls, you can find her spoiling the heck out of her Golden Retriever, Augusta Magnolia, and enjoying the simple life (and an incomparable Grove football tailgating experience) at her farmhouse in Oxford, Mississippi (though she called New Orleans home for many years- and yes, she misses the beignets!) She can’t wait to add her distinct special sauce to your brand’s arc.

High Brow: Alex had a brand awareness campaign that she developed for a complex care pharmacy break a Guinness World Record and be presented on in Washington D.C. by the Louisiana Department of Health.

Low Brow: She was selected to be on MTV’s True Life: I’m A Southern Belle, but had to turn down the offer due to sorority restrictions.

She/Her/Hers

Ana Arencibia is an Account Operations Coordinator for Arcbound, where she is responsible for client-service and administrative tasks. 

Prior to her work with Arcbound, Ana has been a Business Developer for a biotech startup.

Her passion for languages, travel, and understanding different cultures made her live in 4 countries and follow a Double Degree in Translation and Interpreting, a Master’s in Marketing and International Trade, and another Master’s in International Business. 

Outside of her work, Ana continues to explore her creativity and entrepreneurial spirit with her own ceramics brand. She also loves the outdoors and never misses an opportunity to attend music festivals. A regular workout routine keeps her energized, and she shares her home with a cat and a puppy.

High-brow: She brings the same level of dedication and enthusiasm to both work and play.

Low-brow: When it comes to board games, let’s just say she’s a fiercely competitive player who hates to lose.

She/Her/Hers

Aashita is an Account Operations Coordinator at Arcbound, focusing on enhancing client interactions and operational efficiencies with her expertise in branding and strategic communication.

Previously, Aashita navigated a dynamic career with nearly seven years of experience across various roles — from content strategist to account manager to creative entrepreneur. Her work, which spanned from brand conception to digital presence for over a hundred beloved brands, has imbued her with a keen understanding of operational nuances involved in building compelling and purpose-driven brand identities.

Beyond the office, Aashita explores her passion for culture and travel, often finding tranquility in painting and immersing herself in various cultural expressions. A self-proclaimed pop culture aficionado, she enjoys revisiting favorites like The Modern Family and exploring 90s Bollywood cinema. Aashita appreciates engaging conversations and is always open to discovering new insights, whether they are travel stories, inspirational tales, or unique perspectives on everything from tech to sports and pop culture.

A graduate in English literature, she combines her academic foundation with a strong sense of design in her professional approach.

High brow: Worked on a business proposal for Rihanna
Low Brow: Breaks the ice with rock-paper-scissors.

He/Him/His

Siddharth (Sid) Kumar is an Account Operations Coordinator at Arcbound, where he collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless execution of content and operational strategies. Known for his organizational skills, Sid ensures that workflows remain smooth and clients receive high-quality service.

Previously, Sid worked with leading Indian brands like Kingfisher, AirAsia, and Lifestyle, playing a key role in implementing and executing their national marketing strategies. His broad experience spans multiple industries, including retail, commercial aviation, beverages, education, real estate, and luxury, where he has helped clients enhance their market presence.

Sid has been passionate about tennis since the age of five, a sport that has shaped his discipline and competitive spirit. In 11th grade, he founded ‘Project HPS,’ a sustainability-focused school enterprise that transformed scrap materials into handcrafted products. In 2022, he volunteered at the FIFA World Cup, assisting with ticketing operations and contributing to a seamless fan experience.

High Brow: He is a DJ who plays at select events, bringing creativity and energy to every set.

Low Brow: He can flawlessly transition between Beethoven and Skrillex on the decks.

She/Her/Hers

Ariel Hubbard is VP of Storytelling at Arcbound, where she oversees every aspect of clients’ book projects, from developing book plans to navigating the path to publication. She loves helping authors organize a career’s worth of powerful insights into an invaluable resource for their audience.

Prior to joining Arcbound, she was a freelance ghostwriter and editor, partnering with executives and thought leaders across a variety of fields to create books on a broad range of topics, including business, marketing, finance, health and wellness, and executive coaching, in addition to works of fiction and memoirs. Her authors’ work has been featured in numerous publications—including Barron’s, Bloomberg, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal—and has been highlighted in TED Talks and at SXSW and CES.

She has also produced a variety of other content, including speeches, web copy, articles, and marketing and fundraising material for individuals and institutions, including Columbia University, Stanford University, and The New School. Previously, she managed Columbia Business School’s development writing team, drafting content on the school’s advancements in entrepreneurship, social enterprise, real estate, finance, and more. Her personal essays have appeared on Salon and The Hairpin, among other publications.

On the weekends, you can find her trawling flea and farmers’ markets with her kids and plenty of iced coffee in tow. Ariel earned an MFA in Creative Nonfiction form Columbia University, and a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies from Bates College.

Highbrow:
She once interned for an artisanal cheesemaker, where she learned how to make chèvre, brie, ricotta, and cave-aged cheddars.

Lowbrow:
During that same internship, she also learned she could fit at least eight goats in the back of her Subaru.

He / Him / His

Nishant Batsha is a Content Writer & Developer at Arcbound, where he helps clients share their thought leadership in a clear and cogent way.

Prior to joining Arcbound, he was a freelance marketing consultant and before that, the marketing director for Flair, a smart home startup based in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is also a published novelist, with novels published or forthcoming from Ecco/HarperCollins.

Nishant holds a PhD in history from Columbia University, a master’s degree from the University of Oxford, and an undergraduate degree from Columbia.

Highbrow: Usually can be found reading in his spare time.

Lowbrow: Thanks to having young children, has seen every episode of Bluey at least twice.

He/Him/His

Jon Murphy is a Senior Content Writer and Developer at Arcbound who helps clients effectively communicate their personalities, knowledge, and insights with their audiences. By leveraging his experience as a copywriter, natural curiosity, and a healthy respect for data-driven decision-making, Jon crafts compelling content and fosters a positive client experience. 

Prior to joining Arcbound, he was a B2B copywriter for a Chicago-based HR consultancy where he guided a rebrand and managed day-to-day and larger scale content needs. Before that, he held a similar role writing for the healthcare SaaS portfolio of EverCommerce. Jon honed his skills as a marketing writer and brand strategist across both roles, evolving into a lean but not-too-mean marketing machine. 

Jon holds a B.S. in Advertising from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. During college, he could also be found directing scenes behind a video camera or peddling jokes onstage in the backroom of a local bar. Now, he spends his freetime spinning yarns in the hallowed confines of his Google Drive. Jon is based in Chicago, Illinois where he lives with his wife, dog, and cat. 

Highbrow: He won a speech team state championship for his comedic, persuasive speech about nonlinear thinking and education. 

Lowbrow: He views all you can eat sushi as a personal challenge, but he always beats the house.

She/Her/Hers

Ali Dondero is a Content Writer and Developer at Arcbound, where she delights in blending her passions for writing, storytelling, and relationship building. Her background in literature and education prompt her to think in stories, and she is committed to helping clients tell theirs. 

Before joining the Arcbound team, Ali worked as a freelance copywriter and content marketer for clients in the health and wellness, education, and consulting industries. She spent much of the first decade of her professional career in the classroom, teaching English in Andover and Brookline, MA. There, she co-created and grew a feminist zine, served as an esteemed faculty advisor, and once even guided a hundred teenagers up a mountain. Mostly, though, she helped teach really talented students how to write effectively, persuasively, and most like themselves. 

Ali lives in Boston with her husband and two children. In her free time, you’ll find her reading, watching gardening shows, or humming quietly to herself while she dreams of her next DIY home improvement project. She dabbles in poetry and personal essays, and she’s been known to publish a piece here and there. She’s more comfortable in the background, though, wielding her clarity of focus and precision of language from the wings. 

She earned her BA in English from Connecticut College and her Masters of Arts in Teaching from Simmons University. 

Highbrow: She’s a classically trained first soprano. 

Lowbrow: Her musical repertoire has dwindled. Drastically. It’s mostly just Frozen at this point.

She/Her/Hers

Britt Julious is a content writer and developer at Arcbound. As a content writer, Britt researches, writes, and develops content for client brands across multiple mediums.

Prior to joining Arcbound, Britt was a writer, editor and director for online and print publications like Vice Media, agencies like Gumbo Media, and tech startups like Thoughtful and Star/Child. As a freelance journalist, she has written for TODAY, Pitchfork, Harper’s Bazaar, ELLE, Glamour, The Cut, and the New York Times, among many others. In 2023, Britt was an inaugural fellow of the University of Chicago’s Critic’s Table. She is also a recipient of the Studs Terkel award in journalism for her work spotlighting underserved communities. 

Britt currently serves as the music critic for the Chicago Tribune. In her free time, Britt enjoys attending live concerts and DJ sets, contemporary ballet and modern dance, mindfulness practices like meditation, sound baths and breathwork, and traveling. 

Britt earned a BA from DePaul University in English Literature.  

High Brow: She has been a patron of the Joffrey Ballet since her early 20s. 

Low Brow: She is an active member of the Challenge, Vanderpump Rules, Big Brother, and Beyonce communities on Reddit. 

He/Him/His

Eli is Arcbound’s Social Media Coordinator, ensuring that social media content strategy aligns with creative brand guidelines, and each social brand asset produces effective results amplifying our thought leaders’ brands. 

Eli is a creative social media expert. Having a diverse background in creating organic social content across all platforms, and facilitating growth through these platforms. Prior to his work with Arcbound, Eli Wright was the co-founder of the Creator Collective, where he managed digital brand assets for a diverse clientele, including content copy, social media channels, and websites. He collaborated with major brands such as the NFL, Taco Bell, HyperX, FashionNova, Zara, and Sony Music, on various campaigns and deliverables. Eli also founded the fastest-growing influencer marketing firm of 2021, and facilitated influencer marketing campaigns for over 350 artists, athletes, and influencers, achieving over 1 billion organic views in 2023. Additionally, he managed and expanded TCC Entertainment’s social media presence to over 800,000 followers.Previously, Eli also served as Media Manager for Knowsmoke, a company in the automotive health science industry, where he led efforts to significantly enhance their LinkedIn and Instagram presence, created multi-channel ad campaigns, and developed various multimedia content to boost brand awareness.

Eli Lives in Phoenix, Arizona, where he attended Arizona State University. He enjoys playing Basketball, trying different restaurants, and has been training Brazilian Jiu-JItsu for 2 years. His favorite book is The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin. 

High Brow. Eli was once rated 1700 in Chess.

Low Brow. Eli lives off of Chipotle!