Raoul Said - Co-Club Director
Raoul is a home school dad who has enjoyed judging at tournaments and helping Verve since 2018.  He draws on his leadership experience in the tech industry to support, motivate and encourage tomorrows Christian leaders.  His ideal vacation is a sleep deprived week at NITOC  followed by a day of rest with family and friends.
Stephanie Dropping - Speech Coach & Co-Club Director

Stephanie is starting her ninth year coaching Verve speech as part of Verve Speech and Debate.   She enjoys seeing her students incredible growth in public speaking and interpretive skills each season. Several speakers from Verve have qualified for and competed at Stoa’s national tournament with several earning a top 10 award for their speeches.  Stephanie previously worked in the wireless communication industry in Training and Development, and then in Human Resources.
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Maureen Said -  Co-Club Director & Treasurer

Maureen is a homeschool mother of 2 boys; both currently participating in Verve.  This is her third year as Treasurer for Verve.  Her previous work experience has included work in finance, budgeting, and database design.  She enjoys hiking, traveling, reading, and spending time with family and friends…and really good Dark Chocolate.
Philip Beasley - Novice Debate Coach

​​Philip was homeschooled K-12 and competed in debate with Verve for 4 years of high school.  He is beginning his 11th year coaching Verve debate, primarily working with 1st year debaters.  Philip has a Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering from the University of Washington and works in Seattle.
Gabe Blank - Team Policy Debate Coach
Megan Cheung - Team Policy Debate Coach

Megan was homeschooled 1-12th grade and graduated in 2021.  She debated in Team Policy for 6 years with Verve placing 8th at nationals and 16th cumulatively.   Megan is currently studying at the University of Washington Seattle, pursuing a degree in Informatics.