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The CF Team

Honest work starts with good people.

Jared Mittelo

Founder & CEO

Jared Monroe Mittelo

With 15 years in media, comedy writing, and digital marketing, Jared excels at turning niche entertainers into stars. Passionate about strategy and building real connections, he values honesty and vision. Based in Marietta, Georgia, he enjoys family time, nature, jiu-jitsu, vinyl collecting, and rooting for Cleveland sports.

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Founder & Chief Creative 

Aaron Mittelo

Aaron is a visionary in comedy brand development with over a decade of experience in video production, content creation, and comedy writing. As an artist himself, he understands the challenges comedians face, bringing creativity and authenticity to every project. Leading our creative team, he helps elevate comedic brands with innovation and insight. Off-duty, he enjoys crafting movie props, designing Halloween costumes for his kids, and writing music.

Evan Temple

CMO

Evan Temple

Evan is a versatile entrepreneur, designer, and fine artist known for founding and selling a leading company in the tactical market. With over 600 brands created, Evan is celebrated for his innovative designs and leadership in executive management. He enjoys vacationing at Disney World with his wife and newborn son. 

Tommy Downs

Digital Advertising Lead

Tommy Downs

Tommy is a digital advertising and web development expert with a track record in news, politics, comedy, and corporate work. He leverages data to craft precise digital ads that engage target audiences. As our go-to problem solver, he excels at finding creative technical solutions. Outside work, he enjoys family adventures, sailing Chesapeake Bay, and perfecting his golf swing.

Andrew Mittelo

Project Manager

Andrew Mittelo

Andrew is a project manager with a talent for turning challenges into successes. A former Army officer, he brings discipline, strategy, and adaptability to every project. He thrives on solving complex problems with creative solutions, making him an invaluable team asset. Outside of work, Andrew enjoys time with his wife, the outdoors, woodworking, and building Legos.

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Account Manager

Brian Johnson

Brian has a communications degree and seven years of social media experience, working with comedians, athletes, pastors, and businesses in Cleveland. He specializes in content creation, scheduling, and managing platforms like YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Married for 12 years, he enjoys gaming with his two sons.

Katie Smith

Account Manager (Comedian)

Katie Smith

Katie has extensive experience managing content across YouTube, Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. As our social media manager, she ensures every post is on point and schedules run smoothly. Outside of work, she enjoys time with her husband, Chad, and their two boys, making memories through camping, board games, Broadway musicals, and their beloved "Hobbit Day" tradition.

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Account Manager

Cheyenne Ralph

Cheyenne is a communications, marketing, and social media manager with 5 years of experience. Through her expertise in entertainment and comedy, she loves getting to know a person/company to create a brand that represents them in the most authentic way possible. With attention to detail and organization, she can grow content engagement while maintaining creativity that is both eye-catching and outside of the box. As a Cali girl through and through, Cheyenne enjoys acting, traveling, musicals, concerts and watching movies...mostly Shrek 2.

Katie Carter

Graphic Designer

Katie Carter

Meet Katie Carter, one of the creative forces behind Honest Fox's captivating graphic designs. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for visual storytelling, Katie brings stand-up comedians' brands to life through her innovative designs. Whether crafting eye-catching social media engagement graphics or designing promotional materials, Katie ensures that every piece resonates with the unique humor and personality of each comedian, elevating their online presence to new heights.

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Graphic Designer

David Uribe

David specializes in creating bold, strategic branding for comedians and entertainment professionals. With 20+ years in design and marketing, he crafts visuals that stand out, attract audiences, and drive bookings. From logos to full brand identities, David makes sure your brand is as sharp as your set.

Luke Zimmermann

Sr. Video Editor

Luke Zimmermann

Luke Zimmermann is a seasoned video editor with over seven years of professional experience in the dynamic world of comedy-focused social media content. With a keen understanding of comedic timing and narrative structure, Luke thrives on the challenge of blending creativity with technical skill. He routinely delivers content that leaves a lasting impact in the digital sphere and achieves viral success. When out of the edit bay, Luke spends his time playing lasers with his cats and enjoying private flight lessons.

Alex Velluto

Video Editor

Alex Velluto

Alex is a working stand-up comedian with over 11 years of honing his craft. In a digital entertainment era where content is king, Alex enriches our team with his expertise as both a writer and consultant, drawing from his professional comedy background. Alex effortlessly weaves humor into strategic promotion, drawing from his own background in digital marketing. His experience in this field is highlighted by his time as the marketing director for Dry Bar Comedy. Nestled in Nashville, TN, Alex cherishes family moments with his wife and 4-year-old, seizing any opportunity to catch NBA games when his son allows.

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Talent Coordinator

Carollynn Xavier

Carollynn Xavier brings her unique experience from the stand-up comedy scene to Honest Fox as a dedicated talent coordinator. With a keen understanding of the entertainment industry, she leads both our booking and sponsorship departments, ensuring our clients have every opportunity at their fingertips.

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Quality Assurance 

Lauren McAllister

The devil is in the details, and Lauren is the keeper of the details. Out of Dallas, TX, she makes sure that the content we put out is up to our world-class standards, free of typos and errors. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys throwing a good party, traveling with her family and homeschooling her son.​

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Photographer

Lauren "Lo" Smith

Lauren “Lo” Smith is a unit stills photographer based in Austin, Texas that is open to (and loves) traveling the world for her passion. She has done work for networks like Netflix, Paramount, Disney+ and more, and is a regular house photographer at Joe Rogan's Comedy Mothership club in Austin.

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Account Manager / Event Coordinator

Christy Young

As a comedy super fan in Nashville’s thriving scene, Christy Young combines her passion for promoting talent with her event coordination experience at Honest Fox Media. With a background in social work, she excels at helping others develop authentic, engaging brands and creative strategies. Whether managing social media or organizing impactful events, Christy is dedicated to bringing out the best in others.

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Account Manager / Marketing

Justin Deese

​With 15+ years in corporate, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial marketing, Justin’s grown brands’ online presence and engagement with a knack for measurable results. Before launching Justin Social, he raised $2.5M+ for nonprofits through digital media and fundraising. Expert in social media, branding, and email marketing, he turns clicks into lasting success with storytelling and data. When not strategizing, Justin’s with his wife and kids, traveling, or hitting the golf course.

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Podcast Director

Devin Smith

Devin is a branding and experience guy with a passion for quality production and podcasting. He’s spent nearly 25 years cutting his chops in design, advertising, marketing, and branding. During that time, he worked with major brands like Wells Fargo, Verizon, and Michelin. These days, he leverages all of that as he does content strategy, production, editing, and even hosting for podcasts through Podium Studios in the metro Atlanta area.  

Honest Careers 

HFM is always looking for the best and brightest. We only hire exceptionally driven and proven individuals. If thats you then please reach out. 

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