Team Members

Rachel has lived in Greenville, SC for the last three years after graduating with a dual BA/BS from Wofford College in Biology and Theatre. She earned a Masters of Arts in Arts in Medicine from the University of Florida and completed her BCBA through The Clemson Center of Behavioral Analysis.

Rachel has worked in ABA therapy for the last several years as well as worked for an arts nonprofit that provided services to individuals with various disabilities. She strongly believes in how ABA can make a positive difference in the lives of her clients and their families. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys playing with her dog, Oscar, and participating in hobbies such as reading, art making, sewing, and crocheting.

Milca has a BS in Special Education from the Universidad Nacional Pedro Enrique Ureña. She served World Upside Down nonprofit as assistant director for the after school and summer camps and gives private voice lessons, leading the way with our special needs students.

Milca obtained her Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification in January of 2023 and will be starting her MS in Behavior Analysis soon.
Milca is an incredible vocalist and plays saxophone and has recorded vocals for several indie artists. She is a social media influencer and leads worship at NewSpring church. When she's not working or serving, Milca loves spending time with her husband Trey.

Joanna Puello has over 25 years of experience as an educator, nonprofit founder, senior instructional designer, and entrepreneur. A musician and performer, she started playing violin at 4 and performed in the Grand Rapids Youth orchestra from ages 11-16. She started playing piano and performing theater productions at 7. In high school, she landed lead roles in Les Miserables, Mary Poppins, Sound of Music, Fiddler on the Roof, and Annie. In the university, she performed lead roles in Antigone, I Never Saw Another Butterfly, and Peter Pan. While living in the Dominican Republic, she directed The Sound of Music and an original Easter production. Joanna has done voiceover work for radio, TV, and churches. She holds a BA in Creative Writing and an MS in Instructional Design.
Joanna founded World Upside Down nonprofit in 2013 and World Upside Down Arts Studio in 2023 out of a firm belief that creativity is a gift from God and reflects her Creator’s beauty, majesty, and infinite love for her. She believes that arts education is the best tool she can use to change the world and give a legacy of hope for the next generation.