We are a tapestry of talent, dedication, and inclusivity woven by a remarkable collection of cast and crew members brought together by their commitment to crafting stories that resonate with people of all abilities.
Multiple award-winning filmmaker, including recipient of the Mid-America Emmy, Jen Greenstreet, has collaborated with a select group of esteemed filmmakers and preeminent nonprofit global organizations. Together, they've produced films and resources that illuminate communities on navigating challenging subjects. These meticulously crafted films have become essential tools for educators, community leaders, therapists, law enforcement officials, parents, and many others, bridging gaps and fostering deeper understanding on crucial topics.
Betsy Lindsey is Executive Director of Just Like You Films. In 2017, Betsy joined the JLY team as a volunteer and consultant, before taking a more formal leadership role in 2022. As an experienced director of development and fundraising consultant, Betsy has built, led and grown membership, advocacy and donor programs at some of the largest local nonprofit institutions in the Kansas City area, including the KU Alumni Association, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Betsy is a lifelong Kansan, 2005 graduate of the University of Kansas, and proud mother to her daughter, Nell.
Mandi graduated from the The University of Iowa with a major in Elementary Education and specialization in Early Childhood Education, before accepting a job in Kansas City as a second-grade teacher in the KCK School District. This experience provided her with incredible insight into the life of children living at or below the poverty line. After her second child was born in 2009, she became highly involved in non-profit work in relation to food allergy as he was born with anaphylactic food allergies. Since then, she has worked with FARE (Food Allergy Research and Education), has been a food allergy support group founder, inaugural chair of the Children’s Mercy Hospital Food Allergy Patient Family Advisory Board, a Safe Bakes inaugural board member and member of the Children’s Mercy Family Advisory Main Board. In her free time, she enjoys working out and watching her three children participate in sports. In 2018, Mandi joined Just Like You Films to produce/executive produce Just Like You – Food Allergies and in 2022 she joined Just Like You Films as the Director of Impact.
Alissa Clark, a California native and new Colorado resident, has been a film lover her entire life. After watching the trailer for the JLY Film “Anxiety + Depression” she knew she had to be a part of something so impactful. As the Director of Marketing, Alissa has managed digital marketing and social media management since 2021.
We continue to create and promote films helping to create a kinder world for people Just Like You. With your generous donation, we are able to expand our outreach and continue to produce films for others Just Like You.
At Just Like You Films, we value the insights, creativity, and perspectives of our young leaders. The Youth Advisory Board plays a pivotal role in shaping our initiatives and ensuring that the voices of the next generation are heard. Stay tuned for more details on the meeting date, agenda, and how you can be a part of this exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on our community and beyond.
