Meet Our Team

Janis Gioia

FOUNDER & MEDITATION TEACHER

Jan is a meditation and mindfulness teacher whose passion is making meditation accessible for all children. Jan has a Master’s Degree in special education and has taught children of all abilities from preschool to high school.

While Jan knows you can meditate anywhere and at any time, her favorite place to meditate is along the northern California coast, tucked into the Redwood Forest, surrounded by the biggest, most beautiful trees in the world.

As an accomplished and award-winning writer, Jan blends the latest research on meditation with creative storytelling to bring meditation and mindfulness to the littlest practitioners.

Peter D. Michael

VOICE ARTIST

Peter is an Emmy Award winning actor based in Los Angeles. An established actor, voiceover artist and stand-up comedian for over 25 years, Peter has also appeared on the hit television shows The Following (FOX), White Collar (USA) and With Bob & David on Netflix. You can also see Peter in Michael Clarke Duncan’s last movie, The Challenger which is also on Netflix.

A member of SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) Peter has also worked as a sports anchor for WAKC-ABC in Cleveland, Ohio, WCNN and WKLS in Atlanta, Georgia. In addition to his work in television, film and broadcasting, Peter also does voiceover work for commercials and was proud to donate his time & voice to Disabled American Veterans (DAV), COVID-19 Relief Fund, TV campaign.

Sammi Price

VOICE ARTIST

Sammi is an Australian-born, Wisconsin-raised, and New York City based voiceover artist, actor, performance artist, and poet. She has performed across countless New York City stages as well as regionally, and is a member of the Actor’s Equity Association.

Sammi studied the craft of acting at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts Acting Conservatory in Manhattan, NY, and is the founder of ‘Sammi Price Voice’, providing voice overs for commercial, audio book, character animation and for the film/television industries. Collaborations have included The World Health Organization, L’Oreal, Pfizer, 104.9 FM, Panasonic, AirBnb, Mastercard, ghost-recording for multi-million dollar enterprises, and many more.

Sammi has performed poetry centering on human rights activism in venues and universities across the country, including their one-woman show, “Being Human” (premiered at 53Above Broadway, New York, New York).

Sammi is also a Court Appointed Special Advocate with CASA NYC, advocating for children and youth in New York City foster care and for those at high risk of foster care placement. She is also a board member for Aveqmoi, a collective encouraging inclusion of marginalized genders within NYC nightlife.

Johnny Flinton

VOICE ARTIST

Johnny is an accomplished voice actor and musician from the United Kingdom. With over a decade of experience, Johnny has performed on the UK cabaret circuit, where he established himself as a versatile and talented singer and musician.

From medical training videos, documentaries, to the incredible characters of Wee Meditate, Johnny has recorded scripts and audios for companies all over the world.

Johnny is currently singing and performing across the UK at social and country clubs and private parties. When he’s not on the road you’ll find him in his home studio passionately recording voice overs where he is respected for his expertise and dedication to performing and recording.

Almie Rose

VOICE ARTIST

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Almie has been working in voice over since 2019.

She loves recording guided meditations, which you can find on Wee Meditate, InsightTimer, and weekly on the podcast “Something About Astrology” which she co-hosts with her husband.

When she isn’t in the VO booth she’s an entertainment/pop culture journalist.

She wishes she learned how to meditate when she was a kid and is excited to make up for lost time!

Loula Love

VOICE ARTIST

Loula has been creating guided meditations since 2018 and has a deep love for helping people overcome doubt and fear. In her sessions you will find a peaceful energy, soothing words and a comforting tone.

Loula has a young son who also enjoys meditating with her. She is passionate about teaching the younger generation to go within to find balance and serenity. She says every time you meditate, you are boosting your wellness exponentially.

Amy Ali

VOICE ARTIST

Amy graduated from The University of Mount Union in the spring of 2023. Amy is also a singer/songwriter and a playwright, but her foremost love is being an actor. Amy is so excited to have just finished her undergrad with degrees in Theatre (Musical Theatre Track) and English, as she is also hoping to get her MFA.

Amy is a dance instructor, and she also directs, choreographs, and takes notes for her original plays! Her favorite experiences include being Wendla in Spring Awakening and writing a stage adaptation of Joyce Carol Oates’ “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been.”

Amy is so excited to join Wee Meditate to bring positivity through meditation for kids everywhere.

Maycon Prasniewski

ILLUSTRATOR

Maycon spent his school years drawing in his notebook. Maycon found what he wanted to work on at 14 years old when he discovered the word “design”. He credits that word to guiding his personal and professional life ever since.

Maycon was diagnosed on the autism spectrum when he was 29.

Now, after working for many agencies and design studios, he is a freelance graphic designer and illustrator based in Brazil and looking for new opportunities worldwide.

Josh Williams

MUSICAL COMPOSER

Josh is an accomplished musician, composer, and producer based in the vibrant landscape of South Africa. His musical expertise extends across a spectrum of genres, encompassing rock, metal, country, orchestral, ambient, and more. Proficient in multiple instruments and vocals, he dedicates himself to infusing each composition with a distinctive and authentic flair.

Prabath Weerasinghe

MUSICAL COMPOSER

Prabath is a composer, jazz guitarist, recording artist, music teacher, and live performer. He composes music for short films, audio dramas, and YouTube videos. Based in Sri Lanka, Prabath enjoys nature, videography, and playing in live concerts. An AVgeek, Prabath is hoping to earn his private pilot’s license this year.

Danielle Gollick

MARKETING

Danielle lives in the rolling hills of Pennsylvania with her son.

She travels extensively for work and leisure, has profound understanding of the importance of community and is passionate about animals and the environment.

She has worked in IT training and consultancy. Danielle is so excited to help bring meditation to little ones across the world.

Elise Gioia

SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

Elise has a B.S. in Sociology and graduated Summa Cum Laude from The University of Utah. Much of Elise’s coursework focused on social structures, and the way they can be barriers to things from food and education, to a lack of media representation.

Spending several summers at a camp for children in underserved communities, Elise saw this play out in the lives of her campers, many of whom experienced food and home scarcity. Elise is passionate about cultivating empathy through meditation to little ones around the globe.