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companies, including Lionsgate, A24, and HBO, as well as in feature acquisitions at Searchlight Pictures and Focus Features. She holds a BA in Film Production from Bard College (‘16) and a Master’s in Management from the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism (‘18). She is currently pursuing a second Master’s in Mediation at USC’s Gould School of Law, honoring the legacy of her late father, Tyron, in entertainment employment law.

at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles. Now relocated to Las Vegas, Noah is excited for the new challenges ahead and proud of the journey that started years ago at Wildwood.

ALLISON MARTIN ‘05 Allison graduated from University of the Pacific and then went on to study social work at the University of Southern California, eventually graduating with a Master of Social Work (MSW). After earning her degree, Allison spent a number of years at Wayfinder Family Services in different positions working with foster youth, eventually becoming a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Allison then took a position at Dimondale Adolescent Care Facility, where she oversees the clinical program in various sites in the South Bay. Allison continues to live in Los Angeles and still has many close Wildwood friendships to this day.

MARSTON HEFNER ‘08 Marston wrote his first book of short stories, High School Romance , while living in Tokyo. He then moved back home to find the love of his life, and did! Marston and his partner Anna live just outside Portland, Ore., where he spends his time doting on his son, building a social media start-up, and creating art. Wildwood is everything to him, he says. His joy, his curiosity, his love of learning was not only encouraged but celebrated. He’d love to hear from any Wolves. JAKE REINER ‘09 Jake stars as Warren in the romantic comedy Things Like This , which was released in theaters May 2025.

JACOB HANOVER ‘14 Jacob was recently accepted to UCLA Anderson School of Management and will begin his MBA studies this fall. Over the past several years, he has worked at a venture firm focused on launching and scaling consumer brands across fashion, food, publishing, and wellness. He now serves as vice president of finance at a retail tech company. Jacob looks forward to building on these experiences as he transitions into investment banking and private equity after his graduate studies.

NOAH ULIN ‘13 Noah recently joined

Cirque du Soleil as Head of Department for Special Effects, Lighting, Audio, and Projections on their hit Las Vegas show, Mad Apple . In his new role, Noah oversees a dynamic team responsible for creating the show’s vibrant visual and technical experiences. Noah’s journey into theatrical lighting began at Wildwood, where he first discovered his passion for stagecraft during high school productions. Most recently, he held the position of Senior Manager of Lighting Design

ASHLEY SHEPPARD QUINCE ‘12 Ashley has worked for a number of entertainment

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