Mike Krentzman
Founder & Executive Producer
Mike Krentzman holds a degree in Communications & Business from Northeastern University, where he started the first student run television show platform that has evolved into a large platform for students at NU. After moving to New York City in 2003 Mike worked for Martha Stewart & Rachael Ray until eventually starting his own production company in 2009. Currently, he and RSP have been collaborating with ad agencies and companies on impactful campaigns for over ten years. Through Red Summit, he has traveled to the White House, toured the U.S., and filmed internationally. Mike lives in New York with his wife and children, and four-pound security dog, Ruby.
Ryan Rivard
Senior Producer
Ryan Rivard holds a degree in Communications: Radio/TV/Film from Marist College. His short films have screened at the Museum of the Moving Image, Queens World Film Festival, and in the United Kingdom. Prior to joining RSP, Ryan worked for the non-profit Reel Works where he ran their in-house production company for 8 years as a Producer and Head of Production. Ryan has produced documentaries, branded content, and event videos for Samsung, Bank of America, Hasbro, New York Public Radio, National Parks, and other non-profits. Ryan is also the co-founder of Frisson Films, an organization that produces classical music based video projects.
Nicci Cheatham
Production Manager
Nicci Cheatham holds a degree in Journalism & Broadcasting, as well as Public Relations from Oklahoma State University, and a Master’s in Business Administration from West Texas A&M. Prior to joining RSP, Nicci worked for Mount Sinai Health System in NYC, leading video production efforts for six years, where she Executive Produced an Emmy-nominated TV series. She also produced The Surge at Mount Sinai, a film that takes viewers into one of the largest healthcare systems in the country during one of the most unprecedented global pandemics, COVID-19 streaming on Discovery+. Before moving to New York City in 2016, Nicci produced and created content for a major health system in Dallas, Texas. She also freelanced producing video content for events, nonprofits, small businesses and producing inspiring videos for content creators. Nicci lives in Brooklyn with her husband, Kevin and fur-babies, Sammie and Nya.
Cali Cardenas
Associate Producer
Cali Cardenas holds a degree in Media Arts and Media Screen Studies from Northeastern University. Alongside her work at RSP, Cali is a talented photographer and videographer, specializing in music videos, short films, artist portraits, and fine art photography. Her dedication to her craft has already led her to participate in two film festivals, with many more on the horizon. In her free time, Cali enjoys attending live music shows, sipping on cold brews, and indulging in the latest offerings from HBO and A24.
Kim Horsford
Business Affairs Manager
Kim Horsford holds a degree in French and a minor in marketing from Boston College. She spent one year of her studies at the IECS, Institut d'Etudes Supérieures Spécialisées, in Strasbourg, France (now the EM Strasbourg Business School). Her academic foundation has been enriched by diverse professional experiences. Having worked at Société Générale in NYC, a six-year stint at KFC in St. Maarten, and contributed her expertise to prominent Connecticut-based companies like Ryan Partnership, Conair, BIC, and Coldwell Banker Realty (where she maintains her real estate license), Kim has honed her skills in various environments. Kim is an active member of her community, enjoys dining out and attending events with friends and family, and exploring new destinations whenever possible. Her greatest joy, however, is spending quality time with her daughter and furry "son," Buddy, a 15-pound maltipoo, in their Connecticut home.
Adam Regenstreif
Editor
Adam Regenstreif holds a degree in Communications & Media Screen Studies from Northeastern University. At Red Summit Productions, Adam thrives in the fast-paced world of post-production, where he loves collaborating with his team to craft original, inspiring content. Outside of his work at RSP, Adam shoots and edits short films, sketch comedy, and music videos. With a passion for visual storytelling, Adam is always looking for new ways to push creative boundaries. When he’s not working, you’ll find him jamming to French indietronica, getting lost in a Wes Anderson film, or playing a retro video game.
Harrison Sims
Production Coordinator
Harrison holds a degree in Media and Screen Studies with a minor in History from Northeastern University. Harrison has had a passion for visual storytelling and the entire production process since a young age, and he hopes that passion will only grow through his work with Red Summit Productions. In his free time, Harrison can be found watching sports, like hockey and football, seeing the newest released movies in theaters, and writing short stories. With Red Summit Productions, Harrison is excited to get to work with the entire Red Summit team and to be able to expand his knowledge of all aspects of the production process to better hone his skills.
Caroline Petot
Production Intern
Caroline is a second year student at Northeastern University pursuing a combined degree in Political Science and Media and Screen Studies. Caroline has a passion for filmmaking and production and is interested in exploring stories that address political and social issues through character-driven storytelling. At RSP, Caroline hopes to gain a deeper understanding of video production and editing so she can continue to improve her skills and become a useful asset to the RSP team. Back on campus, Caroline is the Media Director for NEU Psyches where she creates content for the clubs various platforms and helps to spread their message of drug safety and harm reduction on campus. She also is an NU Votes ambassador where she strives to increase civic engagement on campus. Outside of work and academics, Caroline is always listening to new music, keeping up with the NY Mets and binging old Big Brother seasons!
Jennifer Baum
Production Intern
Jennifer is a second year at Northeastern University studying Media Screen Studies and English. She has always found joy through storytelling and decided to pursue film making after taking an Introduction to Film Production course, where she wrote, directed and produced her first short film. At Red Summit Productions, Jennifer is excited to dive deeper into the production process and apply the skills she has learned during her time in the classroom. In her free time, you’ll find her listening to podcasts, re-watching Harry Potter, and scuba diving during the summer.
Ashlynn Hance
Production Intern
Ashlynn is a Media and Screen Studies and Political Science combined major in her second year at Northeastern. With a strong interest in documentary filmmaking, she is particularly drawn to how documentaries shape political narratives and address social issues. Eager to deepen her understanding of the genre, Ashlynn is excited to explore the foundations of documentary filmmaking and discover what makes a documentary truly impactful. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to grow and develop her skills as a filmmaker at Red Summit Productions, and strives to make the most of her time in New York City. Outside of work and school, Ashlynn enjoys working with animals and curating pinterest boards.