The Staff

A veteran Touchstone employee for almost a decade, Justin is a dancer, climber, and all-around badass. He has the helm at Class 5, and we couldn’t be prouder! When he’s not working, he’s with his... wife and two beautiful kids.

Matthew is originally from Long Island, New York.  He studied Sociology and Outdoor Recreation at SUNY Oneaonta, where his love for the outdoors really took off. He’s all about exploring nature through camping, climbing, and... biking. When he’s not out adventuring, you’ll find him in the kitchen, whipping up something delicious—he’s a bit of a foodie and can talk food for days! He’s also getting way more into coffee and can geek out over espresso machines and good cup ware all day. His top spots for climbing? Definitely Joshua Tree and Squamish as they offer some of the best cracks and breathtaking views. 

Nabillah is a New York Native representing Harlem, home to the Apollo Theatre. She graduated from Lehman College with a major in Dance. Credits include Good Morning America and the VMAs. She is scared of... heights but hiking a few times a week has helped conquer this fear, lol. She is excited to add climbing to the docket and embark on this new journey with the Touchstone Team. Hobbies: Playing video games, watching anime, and singing karaoke with friends.

Kelly Rogers is a cat-loving, horror-watching mug collector. As a Sonoma County alumni, she also aims to add “wine snob” to that list. When she’s not cuddling a cat, you can find her singing and... producing the music she wrote! After having been a patron at Touchstone for many years, Kelly is thrilled to be joining the Class 5 team!

Jonathan is a Marine veteran with a passion for travel and adventure. Having lived in four different countries and spent his early childhood in Mexico until the second grade, he has developed a deep appreciation... for diverse cultures and the beauty of nature. An avid fitness enthusiast, Jonathan enjoys running, martial arts, and rock climbing, constantly seeking to improve emotionally, mentally, and physically. He loves being an active member of the community and has set goals to visit all the pyramids worldwide and uplift impoverished communities in his ancestral land of Oaxaca, Mexico. With a keen interest in history, especially Mesoamerican history, Jonathan is dedicated to learning and growing.

Michelle is originally from Indiana and holds a degree in Journalism. She is interested in almost everything, is pretty sure she has undiagnosed ADHD, and loves cats. She enjoys nature, hiking, and traveling, and most... of the time you will find her doing these things with a 35mm camera in hand. Although she had tried climbing first while living in Indiana, it wasn’t until a few years later and a weekend trip to Joshua Tree that she really got it. While still very much a novice at climbing, she enjoys the challenge it provides and looks forward to learning more.

Born and raised in Los Angeles, I spent most of my life indulging in a variety of outdoor activities. Everything from skateboarding and biking to surfing and snowboarding . Five years ago, I discovered climbing... and developed a special lifelong passion for it. I’ve since built strong friendships within the climbing community, spending much of my time with fellow enthusiasts.