Becky Worley is a television host, book author and volunteer at The Crucible. In addition to her considerable talents as an on-air performer, Becky is also a recognized expert on Internet and computer security. A Cum Laude graduate of Vermont’s Middlebury College, Becky is currently working towards her Master’s Degree in Learning, Design and Technology at Stanford University. In her spare time, Becky enjoys fly-fishing and playing competitively for a national women’s rugby team.
Michael Sturtz is founder and executive director of The Crucible. Michael’s specialties include fabrication and metal and glass casting. Michael also has a tremendous amount of experience with kinetic and fire contraptions. Michael is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University and earned his M.F.A at The Art Institute of Chicago. Michael has also studied at Pitzer College in Claremont, California, Studio de Sem Ghelardini in Pietrasanta, Italy and Studio Art Centers International in Florence, Italy. In his spare time, Michael enjoys working on his fire trucks as well as all types of outdoor adventuring including snowboarding, motorcycles and sailing.
Carla Hall is a blacksmith, artist and instructor at The Crucible. In addition to her considerable talents as a blacksmith, creating everything from artistic sculptures to decorative fences and furniture, Carla is also a specialist in metal fabrication. Carla received her B.A. in Metalworking from The Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington and has also studied at Pennsylvania State University, Penland School of Crafts, Alamance Community College in North Carolina and Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana. In her free time, Carla enjoys mountain biking, running and Yoga.
Kevin Moore is a scientist at the Lawrence Livermore Laboratory in Berkeley, California. Kevin also volunteers at The Crucible. In addition to his job as a metallurgist researching new materials for a wide variety of applications, Kevin is also a machinist, welder and woodworker. After earning his B.A. and M.S. at the University of Virginia, Kevin received his Ph.D. at Johns Hopkins University. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys metal fabrication, motorcycles and gardening.
Jake the Dog is a shop mascot at The Crucible. In addition to his role as a watchdog and entertainer, Jake also has a tremendous amount of experience with barking and chewing things. In his free time, Jake enjoys chasing tennis balls and relaxing.
