Born and raised in Lagos Nigeria, Nnamdi Kanaga is a multitalented filmmaker, writer, and actor. Having worked in Nollywood for a while as an actor, he made a paradigm shift to the United States in 2018 to pursue a graduate degree in English and his filmmaking career. The Hail Mary, Montana's first film with an all-black lead cast is his debut feature film and the second film as a director. Nnamdi hopes to help contribute and promote cultural/creative diversity through art and films in Montana State.

Roberta Amendola is thrilled to be a part of Verge Theater's Education Task Force and Board of Directors! Originally from Italy, Roberta brings a combination of lived experience, emotional intelligence, and communication. Over the years, Roberta learned to listen deeply, share vulnerably, and create space where others feel seen and heard. That’s how trust is built, and that’s what she bring to the table: an ability to hold space, engage with courage, and foster understanding across diverse perspectives.