Team

Meet the Team

John Jantsch

Co-founder

John has been involved in podcasting from the beginning, and on both sides of the mic. In fact, he believes podcasting has been instrumental in building the Duct Tape Marketing brand to what it is today. 

Amy Hamberg

Operations Manager

Amy has over six years of experience in the podcast industry and has trained numerous others to become experts in the field. She is known for her strong organizational skills and attention to detail. After spending more than a decade living abroad and experiencing diverse cultures, she excels at connecting with people from all backgrounds, making her an excellent communicator.

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Shella Llanes

Outreach & Social Media

I have been involved in podcasting from the beginning, and on both sides of the mic. In fact, I believe podcasting has been instrumental in building the Duct Tape Marketing brand to what it is today. 

Claudia Salazar

Claudia Salazar

Account Manager

Claudia is a world-traveler, coffee lover and passionate teacher.  She finds deep satisfaction in reaching her goals, both big and small.  She prides herself in being part of the Podcast Bookers’ rockin team!

Miriam Fernandez

Miriam Fernandez

Account Manager

Miriam is a people person, talented artist, and avid language learner. Her desire to help others is the fuel that moves her to take the best care of her clients. When she is not booking interviews, you can find her painting portraits or practicing Chinese characters.

Rachel Tan

Account Manager

Rachel is a results-oriented Account Manager and always on the watch to provide the best customer service experience for her clients. In her free time, she dives into Japanese cuisine and enjoys bringing ancient recipes back to life.

Sandra Cepeda

Sandra Cepeda

Account Manager

Sandra loves to make people laugh, enjoys helping others and loves to eat her grandma’s recipes. She finds her job enjoyable and interesting, always trying to go the extra mile!

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Jaden Alexander

Account Manager

Jaden is an avid adventurer who channels her passion for organization into her role as an account manager.  If she’s not hiking with her red retriever Teak by her side, she is probably off exploring a new lake on her paddle board.

Rachel Tan

Account Manager

Rachel is a results-oriented Account Manager and always on the watch to provide the best customer service experience for her clients. In her free time, she dives into Japanese cuisine and enjoys bringing ancient recipes back to life.

Jaden Renda

Account Manager

Jaden is an avid adventurer who channels her passion for organization into her role as an account manager.  If she’s not hiking with her red retriever Teak by her side, she is probably off exploring a new lake on her paddle board.

Laura Cooke

Laura Cooke

Account Manager

Laura is a family girl and a big foodie! She enjoys walks on the beach, swimming and animals. She spends her free time improving her Spanish skills and learning more about the culture where she lives. Laura has a great work ethic and will always give her best!

Emma Laroche

Emma Laroche

Account Manager

Emma is a former high school teacher and a current yoga instructor. While she listens to podcasts, she is often gardening, candle making, or practicing yoga. Emma currently resides in Houston, Texas, with her two small dogs.
Nathalie Alain

Nathalie Alain

Account Manager

Nathalie Alain’s world is filled with artwork, hot sauce, and popcorn. Her determination to connect with others has molded her professional growth. Her mission? Ensuring that each person’s potential is fully realized and appreciated.
Emily Fehér

Emily Fehér

Administrative Assistant

Emily finds her greatest delight in helping others solve a problem or overcome a challenge. This perhaps comes from being a speaker of five languages, but a master of none. She understands the strong desire others have to communicate an important message and is proud to be part of a team that excels in helping their clients share their insights, skills, and talents with the world.

Nancy Dittrich

Account Manager

Nancy radiates determination, pairing a charismatic spark with heart. She has a talent for bringing out the best in others, quickly recognizing their strengths and putting people first. Whether she’s hiking with her Rottweiler, playing the cello, or exploring thought-provoking podcasts, Nancy brings boundless curiosity, optimism, and purpose to everything she does. 

Mary Stringer

Mary Stringer

Account Manager

Mary Stringer is a Doer of Things. She is a singer/songwriter, musician, theater/concert/corporate event stage producer, awareness guide, traveler, dog mom, Alaska radio host, and she even has her own podcast. Her love of creativity and efficiency, paired with her experience booking her own tours and radio/podcast guests, makes her well-suited for the role of account manager. It also doesn’t hurt that she loves facilitating positive experiences for people.
Natasha Khan

Natasha Khan

Account Manager

Natasha has a BA in Education and is a social butterfly who loves to meet people from around the world who can enhance her own personal growth.  Having lived in different countries and able to communicate in three languages has enabled her to see people as individuals and treat them with the dignity they deserve, thus making them feel special in this world.

Naomi Chalmers

Naomi Chalmers

Account Manager

Naomi grew up in the UK but now calls Madrid her home. Her biggest passion is salsa dancing but she’s also an avid reader, loves to cook, and never says no to an adventure holiday!  She enjoys immensely discovering new interests, which is why being a podcast booker suits her to a tee.

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Angelina Smith

Account Manager

Angelina is an adventurous mom of three, who loves to travel as a family. She doesn’t stop working until she gets the results she needs and others deserve. She enjoys teaching English online, baking, spending time with people, getting to know them, and enjoying their company!

angelina smith

Angelina Smith

Account Manager

Angelina is an adventurous mom of three, who loves to travel as a family. She doesn’t stop working until she gets the results she needs and others deserve. She enjoys teaching English online, baking, spending time with people, getting to know them, and enjoying their company!

Olivia Shaw

Olivia Shaw

Account Manager

Olivia grew up in the UK but has been living in Norway for two years with her husband Ben. She is a real people person and loves to channel that energy into giving great customer service. She is also a lover of reading, art, and nature, and if she isn’t booking podcasts then she is out hiking with her two Irish Setters. 

angelina smith

Angelina Smith

Account Manager

Angelina is an adventurous mom of three, who loves to travel as a family. She doesn’t stop working until she gets the results she needs and others deserve. She enjoys teaching English online, baking, spending time with people, getting to know them, and enjoying their company!