THE TEAM

Teresa Yslas Beardsley
Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
Teresa is an operations and compliance leader with over 15 years of experience in live events, media, and safety-critical industries. She has managed complex logistics and regulatory demands for high-profile productions and multi-layered teams, bringing clarity and structure to fast-moving environments. She focuses on building training and compliance systems that are clear, actionable, and grounded in how people actually work.
She serves on the board of the Event Safety Alliance and contributes to the Behind the Scenes Foundation’s Career Transition Task Force, helping professionals navigate change and build sustainable paths forward.
A parent and mindfulness practitioner, Teresa is committed to building systems that support both performance and well-being—for individuals, teams, and the communities they serve.

Sean Akers
Chief Learning Officer & Co-Founder
Sean brings over two decades of experience in film, television, education, and digital media. As Chief Learning Officer at Safety Compliance Services, he leads the design and development of all learning experiences—turning expert insight into training that’s clear, accessible, and aligned with the way people actually learn.
With a background that spans producing award-winning films, overseeing global film school campuses, and building curriculum from the ground up, Sean works closely with subject matter experts and clients to ensure every course meets high standards of quality, relevance, and impact.

Eliseo Juarez
Director of Operations
Eliseo combines a background in film, television, and music production with a talent for keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. He’s spent years managing teams and complex projects, making sure everything stays on schedule, on budget, and aligned with the bigger picture.
In his role as Director of Operations, Eliseo keeps a close eye on the details while staying focused on what clients need. He’s the go-to person for translating ideas into action, solving problems before they happen, and making sure everyone feels supported from start to finish. Whether he’s managing logistics or talking through next steps with a client, Eliseo brings steadiness, clarity, and a genuine commitment to getting it right.

Zane Foley
Marketing Communications Specialist
Zane is a storyteller at heart with a talent for turning ideas into compelling narratives. With a background in marketing, writing, and community engagement, he brings a creative, human-centered approach to communication—highlighting the people, projects, and purpose behind the work.
He crafts messaging that reflects clarity and connection, helping brands speak in a voice that feels real and rooted. Outside of work, you’ll find him skateboarding in Venice or performing classic country tunes at open mics around L.A.
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