1.1 Who We Are

ABOUT PBC GURU

PBC Guru was founded to enable and empower lifelong learners. Lifelong learners are naturally curious. They are open to learning every day, regardless of the source. They want to learn to make themselves, their families, and the organizations they serve better. They believe that learning doesn’t stop at graduation or licensure or retirement. They want to improve the world around them and believe that learning every day is the key to making that happen.

All of our programs start with this central mission and idea. We believe that the best way to make our communities and the world better is to support motivated people on their journey of lifelong learning. We achieve this by developing and managing book clubs that allow lifelong learners to:

  • Connect with each other virtually
  • Explore new ideas
  • Incorporate meaningful knowledge into their busy lives
  • Enjoy learning
  • Empower others to become lifelong learners

“Great things in business are never done by one person.
They’re done by a team of people.”


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MEET THE TEAM

PBC Guru has a committed, multitalented team that keeps all operations for your book club programs on track. As part of your collaboration with PBC Guru, you will work closely with our Onboarding Specialist during the launch phase of your program. We will also pair you with one of our Book Club Operations Managers, who will act as your main point of contact once your program is up and running. Meet our team by continuing to read below!

Zach Rubin
Co-founder CEO

Julia Cutler
ALC Operations Manager

Megan Behm
Book Club Operations Manager

Lisa Welsien
Book Club Operations Manager

Bess Brooks
Partnerships Assistant

Christopher Williams
Co-founder, CFO

Heather Donnithorne
Director of Book Club Operations

Pierce Brown
Book Club Operations Manager

Cayla Sparkman
Movie and Book Club Operations Manager

Jenica Halderman
Book Club Operations Assistant

Frederick Coleman
ALC Operations Assistant

Jon Seipp
Co-founder, CTO

Leigh Mikovch
Partnership Manager

Kendra Dixon
Book Club Operations Manager

Erica Lloyd
Book Club Operations Specialist

Kyra Schwalm
Finance Specialist