Course Listing - by Instructor

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Name	Biography
Mike Finnell	is a Philadelphia-based IT professional with over 20 years of experience working with emerging technologies. An avid Geocacher for nearly two decades, he has found over 1,000 caches and hidden more than 70 of his own, including some of the highest-rated caches in the Philadelphia area. In 2022, his curiosity about 3D printing led him to start designing and publishing his own models—many inspired by his Geocaching adventures. He brings a unique blend of technical expertise and hands-on creativity to both his 3D printing and Geocaching classes.
Brian Foley	Stand-Up Comedy Class - Brian Foley started stand up later in life. He's a trial lawyer and law professor but rose fast and has performed at the world famous The Comedy Studio in Boston; as part of Florida’s Funniest; in Seoul, Korea; and Flemington, NJ. He’s opened for Joe Matarese, Joe Conklin, John Kensil, The Legendary Wid, Chris Rich, and others. He is the author of A New Financial You in 28 Days! A 37-Day Plan (Gegensatz Press). Brian also teaches public speaking and consults with attorneys regarding storytelling and trial. Law-focused classes- Brian Foley, Esq. practices law in Philadelphia (Mt. Airy), focusing on employment (wrongful termination, discrimination) and defamation. After graduating from Dartmouth College and Berkeley Law, he clerked for a federal judge and practiced at leading Philadelphia firms. He is a Lecturer at Rutgers Law, teaching Evidence and Employment Law; he won the teaching award at Drexel Law. Brian is a trial lawyer and member of the Board of Directors for the Eastern PA Chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association. He also consults with lawyers about strategy, persuasive storytelling and speaking, and evidentiary issues. Find out more at www.BrianJFoleyLaw.com.
Lynne Franks-Meinart	, Head Coach of the Philadelphia Flying Phoenix Dragon Boat Team, has coached breast cancer survivor, women’s, mixed, and club crews across North America. She has led paddling and steering clinics throughout the U.S. and Canada and has proudly represented Team USA in seven world championship cycles.
Anne Konowal	is a member of the Philadelphia Flying Phoenix/Against The Wind Dragon Boat Team.
Steve Levick	has many years of paddling experience and is certified by the ACA to teach recreational kayaking.
Clayton Prince	is the owner and operator of The Philadelphia Musical History Tours. For more information, see www.themusicalhistorytours.com.
Muyiwa Togun	is the Founder and CEO of Roy Urban Kollection (RUK), an African textile, art and fashion manufacturer and brand. He is an artist, textile and fashion designer, pulling inspiration from his Yoruba roots and his lived experience as a Nigerian youth.
Looie Voorhees	This course will be taught by ACA (American Canoe Association) Instructor Looie Voorhees. She has a lifetime of paddling experience and is certified by the ACA to teach both flatwater and whitewater canoeing and kayaking and beginner Stand Up Paddleboard.