Our Team
Rebecca Goff, Co Founder - Executive Director
As Executive Director, and Co-Founder Rebecca Goff oversees the company, serves as primary client contact, leads workshops, and presents at conferences, schools, and tribal council meetings.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing from St. Catherine University in Saint Paul, Minnesota and a Master of Arts degree in Linguistics from the University of Montana at Missoula. She has been invited to speak at conferences and present workshops in several states about linguistics and Native Teaching Aids. She and her husband, Brandon, are avid board game players and strongly believe in the power of games to teach concepts, critical thinking and communication.
Brandon Goff, Co Founder, Creative Director
Brandon Goff is the co-founder and Creative Director of Native Teaching Aids. As Creative Director, he is the head of our graphic design, IT, and production teams. His main focus is on new educational product and material development.
Brandon started as an independent contractor and web developer starting in 1995. He co-founded Meta-Forge in 2001, a Minneapolis, MN based multimedia web development firm for advertising agencies and government contracts for educational software development.
Thomas Koefod - IT Manager
As head software engineer, Thomas develops and designs digital learning tools such as apps, websites, and games.
He has over 10 years of experience in coding, stays ontop of the fast changing world of web-app development, and enjoys board and video games!
Ana Alonso - Content Director
Ana came into contact with Native Teaching Aids in 2016 while she was studying abroad at Salish Kootenai College. She has a keen interest in language revitalization and traditional ecological and holds a Bachelor of Arts in linguistics and a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from the University of Pennsylvania. Ana worked with Native Teaching Aids off and on while she was pursuing her undergraduate degrees, but was overjoyed to join our full time staff after completing her Masters of Science in Biology from the University of Pennsylvania in January 2023.
Lesli Anderson - Graphic Designer
Lesli is a creative professional with over 17 years of dynamic graphic design experience and a successful 4-year tenure as a full-time design faculty and Department Chair in the Digital Design Technology Department. She has proven expertise in curriculum development, innovative educational instruction, and adept management of grants and budgets. Lesli has demonstrated success in coordinating logistics for impactful fundraising events, designing compelling marketing materials, and fostering meaningful donor relations. Her multifaceted skill set encompasses graphic design, design leadership, media marketing, and education. Lesli's commitment to excellence blends creativity with strategic thinking. She is currently seeking new opportunities to leverage her unique background in roles that align with graphic design, design leadership, media marketing, and education.
Megan Callahan - Office Manager
Megan Callahan, a proud descendant of the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa in minnesota, brings a wealth of experience to Native Teaching Aids. Her diverse background spans from education, commercial transportation, office management, and program direction. Megan's commitment to excellence and her versatile skill set make her an invaluable resource. Whether you need assistance or guidance, you can always rely on Megan to meet your needs at Native Teaching Aids. When Megan is not in the office she enjoys running her ranch or training mules.
Tristen Teeple, Production Manager
As our Production Manager, Tristen oversees our physical product development. He is responsible for printing, and assembling our games, posters, books, etc, and is in charge of our shipping department. He is an avid photographer and videographer and assists Native Teaching Aids with the occasional video project!
Interns, Collaborators and Alumni
Avery Old Coyote - Game Developer of Cards for Decolonization
Jesse DesRosier - Freelance Artist, and Blackfoot Language Consultant
Kaylene Big Knife - Freelance Graphic Designer
Spencer Kittle - Lead App Developer