meet the Leadership team
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Travis Misurell
They say those who don’t conform to society come up with the most significant changes to the world. FiNC founder Travis Misurell, a neurodivergent and atypical thinker, saw how backward and contradictory our political systems were and felt compelled to be part of the solution.
Armed with a BA in Psychology and over a decade of experience in Operations and Process Management, Travis developed tools to solve the increasing partisan divide, introducing the concept of Digital Politics.
Travis founded the Future is Now Coalition (FiNC) using his unique perspective, passion for transparency, and the need to educate and empower Americans. Soon after, he found over 50 people who felt the same and were willing to volunteer their time to bring FiNC, Digital Democracy, and the FiNC Research Hub to life.
Matthew Buchberg
Mat holds a Master’s in Strategic Communications and a Bachelor’s in Public Relations from Rowan University. His experience as a Marketing Administrator brings a versatile skill set to FiNC.
Mat’s role involves advising FiNC’s Founder and overseeing communication strategies, crisis communications, and other various communication and media activities. His passion for breaking free from the limitations of the two-party system fuels his commitment to FiNC’s mission.
Olivia Cavender
Olivia holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Southern New Hampshire University. Inspired by FiNC’s mission to change the world and reimagine politics, she is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that values the well-being of every employee.
Olivia’s favorite part about working at FiNC is the supportive culture, where employees are prioritized and encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Elizabeth Davis
Liz Davis is an independent filmmaker out of Tampa Bay with a professional background in a number of industries from print media to retail to wine. Always seeking to gain new skills, her varied experiences make her a dynamic team-player.
In her free time, Liz loves rock climbing and baking vegan desserts.
Josh Olsen
Introducing Josh, who has exceptional talent with a strong artistic background. He holds an M.F.A. from the Maryland Institute College of Art, and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in analog and digital mediums including painting, animation, and public murals. Josh is a US Army Veteran and brings a unique perspective to his role at FiNC.
As Art Director, Josh oversees visuals, creative projects, community reception, and interdepartmental collaborations. His dedication to his craft and commitment to FiNC’s mission make him an invaluable asset to our team.
Dylan Orosz
Copywriter out of Texas. Dylan is a former professional services consultant and currently a freelance writer. He has experience expressing on a variety of industries, ideas, and intentions – and is passionate about forging a better American democracy. Dylan is a bonafide quesadilla and churro enthusiast, an explorer in the vivifying art of cinema, a friend to all animals, and yearns to be a Waterbender.
Philip Otto
Phil first joined FiNC in September 2023 as the Director of Research. In his role, Phil is responsible for building and maintaining the company’s Digital Library. Additionally, his research efforts help fuel content for FiNC’s blog and various social media efforts. Prior to working at FiNC, Phil worked in media research and strategic communication strategy at Upland Workshop and worked in due diligence at firms including Dow Jones and Exiger Diligence. He earned a BA in Peace, War, and Defense from UNC Chapel Hill and an MA in Homeland Security and Statecraft Affairs from the Institute of World Politics.
Phil is based out of Los Angeles and in his free time enjoys surfing, hiking with his dog, and traveling.
Nate West
Nate West is our dedicated Content Strategist at FiNC and brings a diverse range of experiences to his role. During his time as a US Army National Guard Combat Medic, Nate learned the value of attention to detail while staying productive under pressure.
At FiNC, Nate joined as a Marketing Associate and quickly transitioned into his current position, collaborating with the team to create powerful written content and contribute to marketing and company strategies. His passion for FiNC’s groundbreaking mission drives his dedication to the team. Outside of work, Nate enjoys live music, traveling, Bluegrass, and playing the mandolin.