our team
At Book+Street® we wear a lot of hats!
Everyone on our team is a qualified professional who loves what they do — both in and out of the office.
Michelle Murcia
Founder + CEO
Michelle’s a degree’d up, non-stop, fun-loving strategic finance executive who loves cycling, photography and making beautiful things by hand. None of that goes together, but somehow it works.
Ann Martin
COO / CFO
Ann is a high-energy strategic finance professional that bleeds Scarlet and Gray and may be related to a few former football buckeyes. Her ESPN app is one of the most used apps on her phone!
Arthi Rathi
CFO
When not producing financial models, Arthi is improving an old recipe, watching crime mysteries, hanging out with her son, or making beautiful memories with friends over a hot cup of chai!
Chris Hren
Talent Acquisition Manager
Outside of the office, you'll find Chris spending time with his wife and their sheepadoodle, Kylo Hren, hiking through nature or walking around Columbus. The rest of his time is spent exercising, playing video games, and supporting the Columbus Crew with a Wise Man serenade and other spirited chants. Glory to Columbus!
Eric Pace
CFO
When Eric is not geeking out about the latest Excel functionality, he is likely immersed in science, tech, space exploration, or sci fi. He can be found boating, camping, biking, and enjoying just about any genre of music.
Jennifer M. Meek
Head of Talent Solutions / CHRO
Outside of work, you can find Jen planning her next trip, exploring the great outdoors with her family, and putting time in the gym!
Rosie Herren
Director of Accounting
Rosie is a born and raised Buckeye, financial wizard + animal lover. She loves live music + singing in the car and making her friends + family laugh.
Peter Dunleavy
Controller
Pete got his accounting degree from OSU in a bygone era and has worked in more industries than we can list here. He’s an avid photographer, lover of the arts, foodie and amateur chef.
Brittney Johnson
Assistant Controller
Brittney loves making memories with her family, friends and her dog Raven. She’s passionate about traveling, diving into sports, and soaking up the vibes at music festivals, always seeking new experiences!
Jason Hipsher
COO
Jason is a Columbus native and girl dad of 3. Jason gives back to his community by volunteering for the AS Foundation, Special Olympics, and Big Brother Big Sisters. When time allows, Jason loves to mountain bike, hit the golf course with friends and try a new craft brewery here and there.
Mary Beth Atchison
Controller
Mary Beth is a dog-loving Canadian who enjoys her time outdoors or in the kitchen with friends and family. When she’s not working, you’ll find her cooking, swimming, hiking, or crafting..
Nikki McMillin
Controller
Nikki is a DIY-er who loves to give new life to vintage furniture. You can find Nikki around the bonfire grilling with her family and friends while enjoying the view of the lake!
Chandler Kuhn
HR Manager
Meet Chandler, a dog dad to Murphy, the Labradoodle, and Odin, the Bernedoodle, who keep him and his partner on their toes. An avid runner and cyclist, Chandler also has a refined taste in coffee, a budding green thumb, and a love for travel.
Angie Fischer
Fund CFO
Outside of work, you can find Angie hitting the links, volunteering in her local community, or finding a new live music venue. She also enjoys being a mom of 4 kiddos and two fur babies, Kita and Milo!
Joseph Liss
Financial Analyst
An avid sports enthusiast, whether he’s playing soccer, hiking or watching sports (soccer, football and cricket), Joseph enjoys kicking back and diving into a world of sci-fi books and catching the latest movie release (they’re half priced on Tuesdays!)
Stephanie Jones
Controller
An Ohio native, Stephanie is a frequent swimmer who spends time in the kitchen with her taste tester poodle. A proud mom of two, she can be found cheering on her children, one a United States Marine and the other, a rising tennis star.
Charles Richmond
Sr. Finance + Operations Analyst
A Toledoan-turned-Buckeye, you can find Charles at Mud Hens baseball and OSU football games, catching the latest movie, and playing video games.
Robyn Kennedy DeSocio
Director of Marketing
Whether its skiing or hanging at the beach, being outdoorsy is a great excuse for the right gear! Robyn’s skiwear closet rivals her excessive selection of blue and white striped pieces and array of white denim, often to the laughs of those around her.
