Founder/CEO

Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Colorado, Boulder

Bio: Maddie Freeman is a changemaker, a digital wellbeing advocate, and a Bachelor of Business Administration degree-holder from CU Boulder. Maddie’s endless passion and dedication to this cause is rooted in her own mental health journey, deeply intertwined with her immense loss of 10 friends to suicide in her Colorado community. Through grief, she was driven to prevent this from happening to the next generation; in 2020, she wrote a petition that garnered 13,000 signatures in two days, shifting the narrative around mental health care for teens at local school districts. She began consulting the LPS district and, at 19 years old, began ideating, designing, and piloting 5 innovative mental health initiatives in the span of a year. NoSo was one of the ideas, and it stuck; students were alerting us to how much it improved their wellbeing. This idea sprouted into a national initiative that would grow exponentially over the next 5 years.

Maddie continues to be fueled by directly impacting thousands of students annually. Today, after many successes at pitch competitions, Maddie is recognized for founding NoSo as a Social Dilemma/LookUp Innovator grant winner, a Young Innovator in Behavioral Health awardee, and a Watson Institute Fellow.

Values: Authenticity, Empowerment, Drive

Psychologist/Youth Mentorship Lead 

Social psychology & PolSci degree from The University of British Columbia

Bio: Andre is a social psychology/ political science grad, and seasoned outdoor trip leader, who’s been committed to youth flourishing between the worlds of academic research and direct experience. Growing up in the Canadian Rockies, for Andre the outdoors has always played a vital role in mental & physical well-being. His research interests focus on the effects of social media platforms on youth development, and the possibilities for nature & play-based interventions. His previous work experience is incredibly diverse,  ranging from working as a vegan sous chef and rock climbing instructor to managing a Vancouver-based skateboard and scooter camp. As a member of NoSo, Andre is stoked to be on the front lines of youth mentorship, and hopes to use his infectious energy, deep knowledge base and festive insights to keep pushing this boundaries of this fast-growing field.

Values: Kindness, Joy, Playfulness 

Fundraising Development/Grant Writing 

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from The University of Colorado, Boulder

Bio: Abe Soto is a dedicated professional with a diverse background spanning multiple industries, including nonprofit, hospitality, and political advocacy. He has contributed to impactful organizations like ProgressNow Colorado and Denver Children’s Home, where his roles have included finance management, medical billing, and strategic cost-saving initiatives. Abe’s versatile skill set, coupled with his experience in nonprofit environments, makes him well-equipped for his current focus on grant writing and fundraising for NoSo. Passionate about creating meaningful change, he is excited to leverage his expertise to drive positive outcomes in his community. 

Personal values: Ambition, Honesty, Kindness 

Team Lead/In-person Event Director 

Bachelor of Business Administration from Regis University

Luke is an incredibly talented leader and holds expertise in finance, guiding mindfulness activities, and creative ideation. He engages in many activities outside of his time at NoSo- Notably he is an athlete competing in numerous national climbing competitions and soccer tournaments.

He is thoughtful, creative, and prioritizes helping our team improve our own overall wellbeing and mental health before we help the communities we serve.

Values: Living in Alignment, Health, Family

Organizational Coordinator

Working towards a BA in Psychology at the University of Colorado, Boulder

Bio: Eera is currently pursuing a degree in psychology, with minors in business and creative technology & design at the University of Colorado Boulder. With a strong interdisciplinary focus, she is passionate about exploring the intersection of human behavior, technology, and innovative design, hoping to apply her knowledge in behavioral design post graduation. Throughout her academic and professional journey, Eera has gained a unique perspective to how technology can be leveraged to improve mental health and foster meaningful connections. 

Excited to work with NoSo November, Eera is passionate about NoSo's mission to spread awareness about the addictiveness of social media and promoting healthy habits. She is eager to contribute her background in psychology and design to help the NoSo team further develop programs to promote a healthy relationship with social media. 

Values: Creativity, Collaboration, Passion & Empathy for others 

Marketing Design Internship

Bachelor of Science, Visual and Experience Design from the University of Colorado, Boulder

Bio: Brody is a designer and maker based in Boulder, Colorado, combining skills in visual communication with a technical understanding. A degree in Creative Technology & Design, paired with a minor in Computer Science, gives him a unique edge in building across digital and physical mediums. 

Valuing a hands-on approach, Brody utilizes skills in rapid prototyping and physical fabrication to efficiently bring concepts to life and iterate swiftly. Whether through 3D modeling, laser cutting, or traditional design tools, he finds joy in transforming digital ideas into tangible realities. Brody also has extensive experience creating digital designs that are both aesthetically pleasing and effective at communication. 

Beyond the design world, Brody draws inspiration from the outdoors, whether skiing, rock climbing, or backpacking. These experiences translate into design solutions that are both functional and beautiful.

Values: Integrity, Positivity, Curiosity

Research Internship

Computer Science from the University Colorado, Boulder

Bio: Matthieu is a recent graduate from the University of Colorado Boulder with a strong foundation in data science and analytics. Currently working at a dynamic start-up, Matthieu is also a part-time Course Assistant for the Applied Probability and Statistics class at their alma mater. In this role, they support students in mastering complex statistical concepts and data analysis techniques.

With a passion for data-driven solutions, Matthieu is actively seeking opportunities in the Data Engineering and AI space. Their experience with both academic and real-world applications of data has equipped them with a deep understanding of building scalable data systems and leveraging AI for predictive modeling. Matthieu is eager to bring their skills to a forward-thinking team, contributing to innovative projects that push the boundaries of technology

Personal values: Disciplined, Problem solver, Outgoing