Meet Our Team in North Liberty, IA

Store Director

Katy grew up in Okoboji, IA where she developed a deep love for water activities. From boating and fishing to diving, paddleboarding, and swimming, her passion for water began at a young age. She began scuba diving when she was 15 years old. As a proud University of Iowa alumni, Katy is excited to continue her journey in the North Liberty/Iowa City area where she can share her passion for water with a community she knows and loves.

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Aquatics Experience Manager

Kaitlyn has always loved being around water and started swimming competitively when she was 10. In high school and college, Kaitlyn taught swimming lessons and lifeguarded in Iowa City, where she also served as a manager and swimming lesson coordinator. Before Diventures, she ran the Williamsburg Aquatic Center. In her free time, Kaitlyn helps coach her daughter’s club softball team and enjoys baking, trivia, pickleball, and traveling.

Scuba Experience Manager
Independent Assistant Instructor

Olivia grew up by the Mississippi River in Iowa, where her passion for aquatic life began. She earned her open water certification in 2017 and has since advanced to become an Assistant Instructor. With extensive scuba experience and knowledge, Olivia joined the Diventures team to share her enthusiasm for diving and the wonders of marine life with others.

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Scuba Experience Lead
Divemaster

Anna became a certified diver in May 2023. After completing numerous quarry dives and an amazing trip to Cozumel, she has advanced to the level of Divemaster. Her dream is to become an instructor so she can help others discover their passion for diving.

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Customer Experience Specialist
Divemaster

I started scuba diving roughly 4 years ago…my goal is to become an instructor and share my passion of diving with everyone I can…my wish and desire is to further my education and knowledge to better assist and guide future divers.

Swim Teacher

Susi loves being in the water!! With more than 20 years of teaching and coaching aquatics, she still feels excitement watching new swimmers (of all ages!) accomplish their abilities to become comfortable and confident in the water. She finds great rewards in being a teacher for North Liberty.

Phone: 319.665.2741

Swim Teacher

Aiden is a huge fan of anything involving water. He is also a certified level one diver and has had the opportunity to dive in various countries around the world. Above all, Aiden loves working with children and takes great joy in getting to know each child he meets, learning about their unique personalities and interests.

Assistant Instructor Trainer

Angie’s love for diving started with her dad, a Navy diver in Vietnam, teaching her how to snorkel in their swimming pool. After her first successful pool dive, she was hooked. She is a level 8 diver. Angie and her husband love sharing their passion for diving with others. Her favorite sea creature is the seahorse, and her latest focus has been on digital videography and capturing the action to share with others back on land.

Phone: 319.665.2741
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Swim Teacher

Anja has been an integral part of our team. She’s also pursuing a degree in Education at the University of Iowa, where she plays the double bass. As an Eagle Scout with a strong passion for leadership and community service, Anja brings a unique mix of discipline and enthusiasm to her role.  With her well-rounded skills and dedication to teaching and mentoring, Anja is committed to inspiring and educating the next generation both in and out of the water.

Swim Teacher

Blake is currently studying Occupational Therapy at Kirkwood College and brings three years of competitive swimming experience to the pool. Outside of the water, he enjoys lifting, spending time with friends, and singing. Blake is passionate about helping others build confidence in the water and is excited to share his love of swimming with our students.

Swim Teacher

Colby is from Solon, Iowa, and has been involved in water activities for the past 10 years. He has enjoyed teaching kids, finding joy in seeing them accomplish their goals while having fun along the way. Colby is excited to make swimming lessons an enjoyable experience for everyone, all while keeping safety and learning as top priorities!

Divemaster

Dan first discovered scuba diving as a young teen living in Key West, Florida, and instantly saw the value it brings to connecting with others. After taking a break from the sport, he was inspired to return when his dad certified his children—sparking his own renewed passion for diving. Wanting to build his skills and be prepared to support others in the water, Dan continued his training and eventually became a Divemaster. He now enjoys helping others have safe, memorable dive experiences and believes diving is one of the best ways to bond with family and friends.

Independent Assistant Instructor

David is a North Liberty native and has been diving since 2022. He started his journey doing Try Scuba with Angie Fuller and fell in love with being underwater in just one breath. After getting certified in the darkness of Tipton Quarry, he set the goal of becoming a Master Diver in 2023—and he achieved that goal, thanks to the amazing folks at the Landlocked Scuba club. Many summer weekends were spent diving in local quarries, meeting other divers, and learning about gear, classes, and exciting destinations. David has traveled on two incredible dive trips with Diventures: Cozumel and Costa Rica, where he met several great dive buddies (shoutout to Sarah, Ethan, Chelsea, and Beth). They helped convince him to pursue the Professional route after earning his Master Diver certification, and he soon took the next steps as a Dive Guide and eventually Assistant Instructor (huge thanks to Angie!). With a background as a tutor, teacher, and educator in mathematics, transitioning to teaching Scuba has been an exciting and fun journey. David would love to teach your Try Scuba, Open Water Diver, Perfect Buoyancy, or Scuba Skills Update class, and he’s excited to head out on an Open Water trip this summer to Little Cayman with Diventures.

Swim Teacher
Swim Lead & Open Water Diver

Emily began teaching swim lessons in North Liberty in 2009. After relocating to Colorado, she earned her undergraduate degree and became certified through SSI as an Open Water Diver and Freediver, while also achieving Certified Pool Operator status. From teaching swimming and maintaining pools to her unique experience as a professional mermaid, Emily has built a diverse background in the aquatic world. Her passion for water safety and expertise in diving and swimming make her an incredible asset to the team.

Phone: 319.665.2741

Independent Assistant Instructor

My children and I were certified in 2016, and now I am a level 5 diver. Diving has allowed me to satisfy many desires including a passion for the ocean and its inhabitants, travel, people, gadgets, and personal development. As a dive professional, nothing excites me more than to share my passion with others. Diving has provided me with friends from all over the world, both above and below the surface.

Phone: 319.331.3738

Swim Teacher

Izzy started teaching at Diventures in 2022. She loves teaching babies and level 1 swim students. Izzy believes getting young children into swim lessons is important for a lifetime of safety in and around the water. She wants everyone to be safe while having fun in the water.

Swim Teacher

Jazzy grew up swimming and in middle school, she decided to swim competitively. She enjoys surfing, playing guitar and painting.

Independent Instructor Trainer

I am a level 8 diver and have been diving since 2007. I have traveled to many places to dive both in salt water and fresh water. I love to photograph the underwater world and share my experiences with others.

Phone: 319.665.2741
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Independent Dive Master Instructor

Josh grew up in the Pacific Northwest and at an early age, he discovered his love and passion for the water. Whether it was whitewater rafting, free diving, or surfing, he has enjoyed exploring the underwater world. He joined the Diventures team in North Liberty in 2019, where he has enjoyed sharing his passion for scuba diving and the water.

Swim Teacher

Kynan is an Australian native who grew up in the ocean and loved to surf and swim in the ocean. He enjoys sharing his passion by teaching others to enjoy the sport he loves most. In his free time he loves to ski, fish and hang out with friends.

Swim Teacher

Lauren grew up in Muscatine, Iowa, where she began swimming competitively at the age of 6 with her local YMCA. She later joined a USA club team and continued swimming throughout middle school and high school. In 2020, Lauren expanded her involvement in aquatics by becoming lifeguard certified and has been teaching swimming lessons ever since.

Independent Open Water Instructor

Lisa’s aquatic background spans over 40 years and includes experience as a lifeguard, swim instructor, swim team coach, water aerobics instructor, and, more recently, as a scuba instructor and Diver First Aid trainer. She has been diving since 2021 and is currently a Level 5 diver. Lisa’s first ocean dive took place in Cozumel, where she quickly developed a deep passion for underwater exploration. Inspired by her love for diving and the ocean, she decided to become an instructor to share that passion with others and help them discover the wonders of the underwater world.

Aquatics Experience Lead

Maria’s passion for swimming began in 2016 when she joined her first parent-tot class with her son. She continued to be involved in her children’s swim journeys over the years. In 2023, Maria began teaching at a local YMCA, discovering her love for instructing swimmers of all ages. Shortly thereafter, she became an assistant coach for a swim team, finding particular joy in teaching new and young swimmers competitive strokes. At Diventures, Maria is dedicated to helping kids develop a love for water in a safe and sometimes competitive environment.

Phone: 319.665.2741

Customer Experience Specialist

Maya grew up in Iowa City, IA, and first discovered scuba diving in 2017 through Try Scuba experiences with her family. She’s now a student at the University of Iowa and can’t wait to get certified and explore more of the underwater world! When she’s not in the water, she loves running, hiking, and playing frisbee with her dog, Bentley.

Swim Teacher

Meghan is a current student at Grinnell College and a former NCAA Division III swimmer. She has taught swimmers of all ages throughout Eastern Iowa and loves helping others feel confident and capable in the water. Meghan is excited to be part of the Diventures team and looks forward to helping you or your child grow as a swimmer!

Independent Assistant Instructor

Mo’s passion for diving began at the age of 13, and with over 25 years of experience, he’s explored both saltwater and freshwater dive sites around the world. Now a certified Assistant Instructor, Mo is excited to share his love for the underwater world and help others experience the thrill and adventure of scuba diving.

Customer Experience Specialist
Independent Open Water Instructor

Morgan began her diving journey in 2023 in Isla Mujeres, Mexico, where she instantly fell in love with the underwater world and quickly pursued a career in diving. She spent the next year working in Mexico and Honduras, gaining experience and honing her skills.  Now a certified scuba instructor with training in adaptive diving techniques, Morgan is dedicated to breaking barriers and making scuba diving a more inclusive experience for all.

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Independent Open Water Instructor

Paul started diving in 2011 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. With a passion for learning new skills, he recently completed the Instructor Training Course and Exam. His favorite dive sites are in the Caribbean, and he’s always looking forward to his next adventure – he hopes to see you there!

Phone: 319.665.2741

Swim Teacher

Rachel is a student at the University of Iowa who brings a strong background in aquatics to every lesson she teaches. As a member of the Club Water Polo team, a former competitive high school swimmer, and an Open Water Diver, she has a wealth of experience in the water. Her passion for helping students grow and thrive makes her an outstanding instructor.

Swim Teacher

Ryan has spent 11 years swimming competitively for YMCA, club, and school teams. He enjoys teaching both children and adults of all skill levels how to swim. Ryan hopes to help people swim their best and be as safe around water as possible.

Swim Teacher

Sophia works full-time at a daycare, which shows just how much she loves working with kids! When she’s not in the pool or at the daycare, she enjoys spending time with her dog, JJ.

Independent Assistant Instructor

Travis began his diving adventure in 2021 completing his Open Water certification in the Bahamas. Since completing his certification he has dove in Bonaire, Cozumel, Curaçao, Maui, and Utila to name a few. Now a level 5 diver, Travis’ passions include introducing new people to the sport and sharing all of his “toys and gadgets” with his fellow divers.

Swim Teacher

Val grew up participating in a variety of sports and extracurricular activities, but it was competitive swimming that truly stuck—she swam for 11 years. Although she’s no longer on a team, she continues to swim regularly for exercise and to challenge herself. Val is currently a student at the University of Iowa, majoring in anthropology with a growing interest in radiology.