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Michael Batts
CEO / Business Development Manager
Michael Batts is the CEO and Business Development Manager of MBJ Network, driving innovation and people-first growth. He is building MBJ into a platform that empowers emerging talent while positioning the brand as a rising leader in media and marketing.
Julie Donaruma
Website Development Manager
Julie Donaruma is the Website Development Manager at MBJ Network, combining technical expertise and strategic collaboration to strengthen the company’s digital presence. With a background in Applied Computer Science, she focuses on building platforms that support MBJ’s continued growth.
Anli Huang
Website Development Assistant
Anli Huang is a Website Development Assistant at MBJ Network. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Information Experience Design at Pratt Institute, she supports website development initiatives as MBJ prepares for its launch, helping build a scalable and forward-thinking digital presence.
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Micheal Bentley
Live Events / Product Manager
Michael Bentley is an original member of MBJ Network and a leader in live event operations. With over a decade of experience across 50+ productions, he specializes in logistics, security, and high-quality event execution, ensuring smooth operations and elevated visual coverage at every event.
Jarel Stewart
Production Asistant
Jarel Stewart is a Production Assistant at MBJ Network, focusing on MMA event coverage across the Midwest. A Digital Media Production graduate of Illinois Media School, he brings hands-on experience in video production and live event content while continuing to grow within the sports media industry.
Joshua Knox
Video Editor | Production Assistant
Joshua is a graduate of Columbia College in Chicago, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Film & Television. Joshua’s creative background also includes studying TV and film writing at Second City, where he learned industry standard screenplay formatting and story development techniques.