Our Team

  • Karlee Rink

    Karlee, a seasoned expert in talent development, booking, relationship building, and career management, has an extensive background in business and entertainment management. Her passion lies in assisting individuals to craft robust success strategies. As the Agency Director of a boutique Mother Agency, she has played a pivotal role in connecting talent with opportunities. Karlee’s career journey includes collaborating with clients across various tiers from local to international levels. She is eager to share her knowledge and help guide Snap Retreat Attendees on their journeys.

  • Jamie Zach

    In today's industry landscape, Social Media has emerged as an indispensable cornerstone. Jamie is your guiding light, equipping you with the essential resources to optimize your social media presence, ensuring you reach your maximum potential and elevate your career. With a rich portfolio of clients and a knack for crafting branded content, she'll unravel your unique potential to drive account growth and business success. Moreover, as the Head Scout in the modeling industry, Jamie plays a pivotal role in connecting models with global opportunities.

  • Hope Kauffman

    Hope Kauffman (Ambroze), a multifaceted talent, combines natural light fine art photography, social media consulting, and product styling from her Whitefish, Montana base. With an academic foundation from Emerson College and Harvard Business School's Entrepreneurship program, she refined her craft under the mentorship of esteemed photographers such as Adam Brown, known for his work with industry giants like Sports Illustrated, Nike, and Adidas, and her personal inspiration, Russell James, celebrated for his iconic Victoria's Secret shoots and his passion project, Nomad Two Worlds. Post-mentorship, Hope embarked on a global journey, spanning over 60 countries, evolving her skills in response to the dynamic media landscape. Specializing in product styling, branding, and content creation, her photography exudes a whimsical charm, drawing inspiration from elements like mermaids, sailor tattoos, daggers, and pinup aesthetics.

  • Mike Grogan

    VIDEOGRAPHER

    Mike Grogan is a photographer, videographer and content creator from New Jersey specializing in social media and travel related content. He’s been working behind a camera for over 7 years and creating content for top name influencers, music artists and models from all around the world!

  • Chasen Waltman

    PHOTOGRAPHER

    Chasen is a local Montanan who is chasing his dreams around the world as a professional photographer. He has attended Snap Retreat the last two years to help excel his skills as a model and Photographer. This year Chasen will be joining Snap Retreat as an official photographer and videographer for our trip to Thailand and is excited to be apart of the team. In his spare time he enjoys taking photos, hiking, gaming, and hanging out with his friends.

  • Robert Rink

    EVENT COORDINATOR

    Robert Rink has extensive knowledge and insight into organizational and event planning. His education has allowed him to work with various programs such as The Bruno Event Team, Washington State Athletics and the Seattle Mariners. At these organizations he was involved in the logistics, planning, and implementations of events and is excited to bring that knowledge to Snap Retreat.