Tap the cards to reveal more about OwlCrate's team members!
Korrina
(She/Her)
CEO
British Columbia, Canada
Since November, 2014
“…if you’re going to live, you might as well do painful, brave, and beautiful things.” - The Serpent King by Jeff Zentner.
Korrina
(She/Her)
I’m Korrina - OwlCrate’s CEO/VP of Product Development! My days consist of dreaming up fun new subscriptions, special projects and limited edition books for our magical community - as well as helping the rest of Team OC with their dreams and goals.
Ozwald
(He/Him)
Mascot
British Columbia, Canada
Since March, 2015
“Owl is the grand and rather clever old man of the forest. He can also spell Tuesday.” — A.A. Milne
Ozwald
(He/Him)
As the resident mascot for Team OwlCrate, I’m tasked with keeping up morale and taking us to new heights. You'll often find me designing exciting new products, helping our customers, reading new manuscripts, and visiting my friends in the Nest. Is there more coffee?
Mayra
(She/Her)
Senior Vice President
British Columbia, Canada
Since June, 2022
“My arrow (I promise you) spares no oneYou will all dance the ballet of which I sing” - The Dance Macabre
Mayra
(She/Her)
I like to solve problems and collect imaginary hats. With the leader one (imagine a pirate hat), my focus is on making things happen while taking care of the team. There’s the marketing hat, the tech, the designer, the artist, the indoor climber, and allegedly the raccoon fighter.
Maggie
(She/Her)
Product Development Director
Minnesota, USA
Since June, 2023
“Many people, myself among them, feel better at the mere sight of a book.” - Jane Smiley
Maggie
(She/Her)
My role as Product Development Director is a dream job, as I get to oversee all the editions that we create. I love planning out future editions across all our genres, and watching the curators bring these stories to life. I read most genres, but horror and thrillers are my favorites. Outside of work I love to cook, bake, and hang out with my dog, Daisy.
Steph
(She/Her)
Marketing Director
British Columbia, Canada
Since September, 2022
“We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us.”― Joseph Campbell
Steph
(She/Her)
As Marketing Director, Steph leads a creative, cross-functional crew that turns big ideas into big results. From plot twists in our campaigns to happily-ever-afters in our launches, she helps bring each chapter of our story to life.
Cade
(He/They)
Head of Design
Bergen, Norway
Since April, 2024
“Happiness depends on being free, and freedom depends on being courageous.” - Marie Rutkoski, The Winner's Curse
Cade
(He/They)
I began working with OwlCrate in 2016, creating all of our YA Fantasy theme announcements and many products for our boxes. I officially joined Team OwlCrate in April 2024. I'm a mood reader of all genres and love fishing, ’90s indie rock, drip coffee, and exploring all the corners of my new home in Bergen, Norway with my family.
Cori
(She/Her)
Head of Communications
New Brunswick, Canada
Since November, 2016
“This is what you must remember: the ending of one story is just the beginning of another.” - N.K. Jemisin, The Fifth Season
Cori
(She/Her)
I joined the ranks of OwlCrate running our book club back in 2015, and joined the team full time in 2016. When I'm not working or reading, I love traveling, watching hockey, and finding thrift store treasures!
Crystal
(She/Her)
Head of Customer Success
British Columbia, Canada
Since July, 2016
“The universe is under no obligation to make sense to you.” - Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Crystal
(She/Her)
As the Head of Customer Success, I aim to provide the information, assistance, and solutions people need - for my teammates and our customers. I’m a cinema-attending, DC-comics-reading, theatre-loving, city-exploring, snack-devouring, hopeful-romantic bookworm.
Jordan
(They/Them)
Head of Partnership Development
Ontario, Canada
Since October, 2022
“Want and intelligence,’ the historian had written, ‘is a dangerous combination.” - Becky Chambers
Jordan
(They/Them)
I'm Jordan, Head of Community. When not reading, I’m with my family, dreaming up ideas and galloping through forests. I think life should be devoured, so here’s to adventures, the books that bring magic— whiskey in tea cups and cats in laps.
Shanleigh
(She/Her)
E-Comm Shop Manager
British Columbia, Canada
Since April, 2019
“Lord, what fools these mortals be.” —William Shakespeare
Shanleigh
(She/Her)
E-Comm Shop Manager is the name, selling you goodies is the game. I’ve worn a few different hats over the years, but the passion for books and their worlds within has never wavered. On an average day, you can find me haunting the OwlCrate store.
Alyssa
(She/Her)
Product Lead - Science Fiction
Washington, USA
Since February, 2024
“Our belief is strongest when it should be weakest. That is the nature of hope.” - Sazed, Mistborn: The Final Empire
Alyssa
(She/Her)
Hello! I’m Alyssa and the newest member of the curation team. Our goal is to make sure you all have beautiful books for your home libraries. When I’m not scouring manuscripts, researching artists, or working on exciting new projects I’m usually wrangling my five dogs and four cats. You can also find me with my nose in a book, creating candles, or designing bookmarks and stickers.
Amber S.
(She/Her)
Community Lead
Mississippi, USA
Since March, 2024
"Why, sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast." Lewis Carroll - Alice in Wonderland
Amber S.
(She/Her)
As the Community Lead, it is my job to run Owlcrate’s App, The Nest. I build, support, and grow our reader community through The Nest and other community-driven initiatives. When I am not on The Nest, you can find me reading, playing video games, or hanging out with friends playing Magic The Gathering. I am the kitty mom to three kitties, Lucy, Briar, and Finn.
Ashley
(She/Her)
Social Media Lead
New Jersey, USA
Since September, 2024
“Home isn't where you're from, it's where you find light when all grows dark.” - Golden Son, Pierce Brown
Ashley
(She/Her)
Hi there! I’m Ashley, the Social Media Lead at OwlCrate! I love creating all the fun book-related content and chatting about my current favorite reads. My day-to-day tasks can include jumping on current trends, managing the social calendar, replying to comments and DMs, & managing all creator and influencer gifting!
Cheryl
(She/Her)
Marketing Project Lead
Alberta, Canada
Since January, 2023
“Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards” ~ Soren Kierkegaard
Cheryl
(She/Her)
As the Marketing Coordinator here at OwlCrate, I help the team keep their many awesome projects on the go while assisting with our social platforms, photography content, newsletters, and our new Romance Quarterly Subscription. I read a little bit of everything, love sandbox RPG gaming, board games, puzzling, baking, Pokemon TCG, and anything sparkly & colorful!
Garrett
(He/Him)
Logistics Lead
British Columbia, Canada
Since September, 2018
“Do I contradict myself? Very well then, I contradict myself. I am large, I contain multitudes”- Walt Whitman
Garrett
(He/Him)
Hello, I'm Garrett! As a longtime member of Team OwlCrate, I’ve soaked up a little knowledge in a lot of various avenues of the company, but my area of expertise is shipping & logistics plus now producing/editing our weekly "Lost in Plots" podcast.
Kendesha A.
(She/Her)
Engineer
Ontario, Canada
Since September, 2023
"Within you is the power to do anything that exists in this world."
Kendesha A.
(She/Her)
I'm a passionate Software Engineer with a deep love for transforming ideas into functional, user-friendly experiences at Owlcrate. My journey in tech is driven by the thrill of solving complex problems. When I'm not knee-deep in code, you can find me chasing the serene moments along the beach or hosting a lively backyard BBQ with friends and family.
Marina
(She/Her)
Procurement Specialist/Product Lead - Horror
Ontario, Canada
Since August, 2022
“There is something at work in my soul, which I do not understand”
Marina
(She/Her)
I source our items and handle the communication between our manufacturer and curation team. More recently, I’ve been curating for our quarterly horror subscription as well as some of our upcoming speciality edition books and boxes! You can often find me travelling, hiking, or reading!
Sho
(She/Her)
Product Lead - Romantasy
Minnesota, USA
Since July, 2023
“Not all stories speak to all listeners, but all listeners can find a story that does, somewhere, sometime. In one form or another.” ― Erin Morgenstern
Sho
(She/Her)
Hi, I'm Sho! I collaborate with artists to create pretty books and fun shop collections. When I'm not reading manuscripts or brainstorming, I can be found annotating, writing, rewatching sitcoms, and playing video games.
Sophie
(She/Her)
Product Lead - Romance
Glasgow, Scotland
Since October, 2022
"You are in all of my happiest places.” - Happy Place by Emily Henry
Sophie
(She/Her)
Hi, I’m Sophie, Lead Romance Curator at OwlCrate! You might know me from my time as Head of Social Media. Now I spend my days reading romance and turning them into stunning editions. I’m all about second chances, marriages of convenience, and the one bed trope—plus cowboys, small towns, and a dark or paranormal twist. Honestly, I love it all!
Teresa
(She/Her)
Product Lead - Adult Fantasy
British Columbia, Canada
Since August, 2021
“I do not care what comes after; I have seen the dragons on the wind of morning.” - Ursula K. Le Guin
Teresa
(She/Her)
My name is Teresa and I’m the product lead for the Adult Fantasy Sub. I love Dark Academia, Medieval Fantasy, and am always down for some good old-fashioned angst. In my spare time, you can find me in the woods or lurking in archives.
Yeatasmin
(She/Her)
Product Lead - Young Adult Fantasy
New York, USA
Since October, 2022
“Don't make your life about the loss. Make it about the love.” - Tracy Deonn
Yeatasmin
(She/Her)
Hi! I’m Yeatasmin, the Product Lead for the YA Fantasy subscription! I lead art and design for our books and work with some really talented artists. I love a good enemies-to-lovers and found family. Outside OwlCrate, I might dabble in some painting, photography, journaling, watching movies and shows, and even more reading.
Klevi
(He/Him)
Data Analyst
Newfoundland, Canada
Since October, 2022
Klevi
(He/Him)
I’m the data analyst behind the scenes at OwlCrate. With a dash of data wizardry, I craft the magic that turns numbers into narratives, helping to steer our ship through the thrilling world of books and subscription boxes.When I step away from the data at OwlCrate, you might find me working out at the gym, going for a hike, or simply enjoying a quiet moment with a good movie.
Marlena
(She/Her)
Digital Content Specialist
Brighton, United Kingdom
Since July, 2022
“And so I try to be kind to everything I see, and in everything I see, I see him.” - Hanya Yagahara
Marlena
(She/Her)
As the Digital Content Specialist I work closely with our Community Bloggers to create fun blogs. I'm also responsible for all things SEO and Paid Media. Outside of work, I enjoy reading (my favorite genres are romance, sci-fi and horror!), writing poetry, watching movies, listening to music, cooking/baking, playing video/board games, and photography.
Priscila
(She/Her)
IT Specialist
British Columbia, Canada
Since September, 2023
“We are all a little weird and life's a little weird, and when we find someone whose weirdness is compatible with ours, we join up with them and fall in mutual weirdness and call it love.” - Dr. Seuss
Priscila
(She/Her)
I’m OwlCrate’s IT Specialist, the person behind the scenes, weaving tech wizardry into various aspects of our projects. Off-duty, you'll often find me snuggling with my two cats, diving into jigsaw puzzles, binge-watching TV series, or immersing myself in my latest hyper fixation. With a passion for helping and tech skills, I’m the go-to for problem-solving and team support.
Anita
(She/Her)
Graphic Designer
British Columbia, Canada
Since 2025
“It is good to love many things, for therein lies the true strength, and whosoever loves much performs much, and can accomplish much, and what is done in love is well done.” - Vincent Van Gogh
Anita
(She/Her)
Hi there, my name is Anita and I am a book and art lover! I’ve worked in Vancouver’s vibrant animation scene for over a decade, and am now so happy to be part of OwlCrate’s design team creating trailers and animated graphics! When I am not reading or drawing, you can catch me walking around in nature, or with my family and friends - especially my four legged friends.
Harlee
(She/Her)
Graphic Designer
Saskatchewan, Canada
Since 2025
"Books were like breathing for her - an extension of her being. She hardly had to think about the fact that she was reading when she did it." - Jacquelyn Benson
Harlee
(She/Her)
Hi! I’m Harlee and I’m one of the graphic designers here! I’ve always had a passion for books and art, especially hand lettering. When I’m not designing or drawing I’m usually reading some fantasy book or playing some Xbox! I’m a winter person. It's one of my favourite seasons to curl up with a book and a warm cup of coffee and cuddle with my dachshunds!
Chase
(He/Him)
Product Coordinator
British Columbia, Canada
Since May, 2024
“I know most people try hard to do good and find out too late they should have tried softer.” - Andrea Gibson
Chase
(He/Him)
Hi! I’m here at OwlCrate working alongside Korrina and the team to make all of your bookish dreams come true! I’ve always been an avid reader and am loving being in the background bringing OwlCrate’s editions to your doors. Find me on the Nest and say hi!
Claire
(She/Her)
Executive Coordinator
British Columbia, Canada
Since August, 2023
“Listen to me, Thorfinn. You have no enemies. No one has any enemies. There is no one that you should hurt.” - Makota Yukimura
Claire
(She/Her)
Hello, lovely souls! I'm Claire, your friendly Project Coordinator. I orchestrate projects with a passion for organization. When not planning, I'm hiking, playing volleyball at the beach or reading at cafés. Let's join forces to achieve greatness!
Tara
(She/Her)
Customer Success Coordinator
Ontario, Canada
Since September, 2023
“The greatest failure in life is the failure to try” - William Arthur Ward
Tara
(She/Her)
As OwlCrate’s Customer Success Coordinator, my days are filled with solving problems, managing administrative tasks, and building strong, positive relationships with our customers. When I'm not answering tickets, I'm being a mom to August, and a pet parent to our dog Penny, and two mischievous cats, Moon and Atlas.
Amber M.
(She/Her)
Customer Success Rep
New York, USA
Since September, 2020
Amber M.
(She/Her)
Hi! I'm Amber from OwlCrate, handling replacements for missing or damaged items. Beyond that, I juggle a full-time job, 2 kids, 6 cats, and a dog. In my spare time, I enjoy diamond painting, cross-stitching, and building Fanhome models.
























