Katie VanderDrift - Creator & CEO

Katie is a visionary creator, tech artist, and founder of GemJoy — a whimsical, high-tech jewelry brand that blends augmented reality with storytelling, nature, fantasy creatures, and a mission to awaken wonder.

Katie lives at the intersection of imagination, innovation, motherhood, and meaning. She's deeply driven by emotional connection, childlike curiosity, and the belief that technology can be a bridge to joy, not just a tool for utility.

She has been featured in Forbes, Venture Beat, Inc Magazine and many other publications for her work as an entrepreneur and Software Engineer. 

"I believe creativity is the instrument for change. The cross-pollination of science and art will bring the adopted changes that drive society forward."

Liz Maverick an award winning author creates the stories in the App. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.

Richard VanderDrift spent his career working in San Francisco as a software architect. He is an inventor and holds several patents. He helps with patents for GemJoy.  Nikki VanderDrift spent 40 years working as a flight attendant at United Airlines. She is in-charge of trade shows where you can often find her and Katie behind the booth.