Wander Media Company is the creative force behind a collection of visitor information television channels, including Wander Jacksonville, Wander Amelia Island, Wander St. Augustine, and Wander Golden Isles.

Featured in hotels and resorts throughout southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida, Wander entertains and informs millions of viewers every year with compelling, engaging video content. No loops, no piled-on advertising. 

Wander gives travelers access to the best places to eat, drink, shop, and play, all without leaving the comfort of their hotel room. 

Meet The Team

Kate has experience on every side of the ball, from public relations and advertising strategy to content marketing and creative direction. A former communications professor and media spokesperson, Kate’s passions include spending time with her husband and two young children, cheering on the Florida Gators, and exploring her beloved hometown of Jacksonville, Florida.

Kate has experience on every side of the ball, from public relations and advertising strategy to content marketing and creative direction. A former communications professor and media spokesperson, Kate’s passions include spending time with her husband and two young children, cheering on the Florida Gators, and exploring her beloved hometown of Jacksonville, Florida.

KATE STRICKLAND
Founder

Jordan is a software and systems guru who developed the proprietary technology that streams our stations into area hotels and resorts. He has a PhD in Computer Science and is a Professor of Computer Science at The University of Findlay. Jordan loves his wife, his dog, and his large extended family.

Jordan is a software and systems guru who developed the proprietary technology that streams our stations into area hotels and resorts. He has a PhD in Computer Science and is a Professor of Computer Science at The University of Findlay. Jordan loves his wife, his dog, and his large extended family.

JORDAN RINGENBERG
Chief Technology Officer

Sarah is a proud alumnus of the University of Florida and a passionate native of Jacksonville. She has 11+ years of experience within the hospitality industry, most recently as the Marketing Manager for Visit Jacksonville. Sarah is thrilled to combine her love of food and local craft beer with her gift for creating compelling content marketing strategies and campaigns. In her free time, look for Sarah cheering on the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp or spending quality time with her husband and two dogs.

Sarah is a proud alumnus of the University of Florida and a passionate native of Jacksonville. She has 11+ years of experience within the hospitality industry, most recently as the Marketing Manager for Visit Jacksonville. Sarah is thrilled to combine her love of food and local craft beer with her gift for creating compelling content marketing strategies and campaigns. In her free time, look for Sarah cheering on the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp or spending quality time with her husband and two dogs.

SARAH GALEN
Market Director

Haley is affectionately known as “the glue.” A process-driven and detail-oriented work horse, Haley coordinates the day-to-day projects of each market, from production to technology to sales and marketing. Haley is studying Art History and Media Analysis at Arizona State University and is living in Jacksonville with her husband, Bradley.

Haley is affectionately known as “the glue.” A process-driven and detail-oriented work horse, Haley coordinates the day-to-day projects of each market, from production to technology to sales and marketing. Haley is studying Art History and Media Analysis at Arizona State University and is living in Jacksonville with her husband, Bradley.

HALEY WYANT
Producer

Catalina is the weeknight host on 97.9 KISSFM, co-host of the But First, Brunch podcast and TV correspondent for JTA's Around Town series on Making Moves. She's an Orange Park native and graduated from the University of North Florida. Outside the studio, Catalina enjoys exploring the city's ever-evolving food and cocktail scene or packing the cooler and heading to the beaches or one of Jacksonville's many hiking trails.

Catalina is the weeknight host on 97.9 KISSFM, co-host of the But First, Brunch podcast and TV correspondent for JTA's Around Town series on Making Moves. She's an Orange Park native and graduated from the University of North Florida. Outside the studio, Catalina enjoys exploring the city's ever-evolving food and cocktail scene or packing the cooler and heading to the beaches or one of Jacksonville's many hiking trails.

CATALINA ALERS-ALERS
Host

A Jacksonville native and well-known radio personality, Matt entertains the masses on their daily ride home with his high energy and quick wit. He honed his craft in Top 40 markets like Chicago, New Orleans, and Los Angeles, where he was also an actor and comic. Matt looks forward to eating and drinking his way through his hometown for your viewing pleasure!

A Jacksonville native and well-known radio personality, Matt entertains the masses on their daily ride home with his high energy and quick wit. He honed his craft in Top 40 markets like Chicago, New Orleans, and Los Angeles, where he was also an actor and comic. Matt looks forward to eating and drinking his way through his hometown for your viewing pleasure!

MATT BASFORD
Host

Amy West’s travel and lifestyle contributions can be found on AmyWestTravel.com , 10Best, The Chat, and River City Live. Named one of TripAdvisor's “Top Luxury Bloggers to Follow," Amy’s refined viewpoints on style, taste, and travel have made her a highly sought-after expert on luxury experiences. Amy resides in Jacksonville Beach along with her husband and two spirited daughters.

Amy West’s travel and lifestyle contributions can be found on AmyWestTravel.com, 10Best, The Chat, and River City Live. Named one of TripAdvisor's “Top Luxury Bloggers to Follow," Amy’s refined viewpoints on style, taste, and travel have made her a highly sought-after expert on luxury experiences. Amy resides in Jacksonville Beach along with her husband and two spirited daughters.

AMY WEST
Host

After graduating from Auburn University with a degree in Radio/TV/Film, Matt spent a decade in radio broadcasting, hosting an award-winning radio show in Augusta, Georgia. Matt moved to Jacksonville in 2013 and became “Matt about Jax” for the Florida Times-Union. Currently, Matt owns his own production company, Pittman Productions, and is a contributor to the First Coast News’ entertainment show, First Coast Living.

After graduating from Auburn University with a degree in Radio/TV/Film, Matt spent a decade in radio broadcasting, hosting an award-winning radio show in Augusta, Georgia. Matt moved to Jacksonville in 2013 and became “Matt about Jax” for the Florida Times-Union. Currently, Matt owns his own production company, Pittman Productions, and is a contributor to the First Coast News’ entertainment show, First Coast Living.

MATT PITTMAN
Host