The Team

Manisha Rajnish

Storytelling is what drives me, whether I’m writing a script, producing a documentary, or shaping a narrative for a new platform. I’m especially drawn to how emerging technology can deepen a story instead of just decorating it. My background is journalism (Cronkite School, Arizona State University, Top Innovator award for a VR training tool I built for reporters), and I bring that same instinct for research and structure to documentary work with AncestoriesXR.com.

Niles Taharaka

I am a content creator and graphic designer with three years of experience. I am a skilled designer in Blender, AutoCAD, and Rhino.

In addition to my work as a 3D designer, I am trained in architecture, furniture, and textile design.

I am fascinated by the world of mixed reality. AncestoriesXR is creating a unique experience in this new world, and I enjoy helping to bring the past to the present using a variety of techniques, particularly spatial AI that allows family members to walk through spaces similar to those their ancestors lived in.

Chandler Longbons

Chandler is a brand management specialist who owns Social Leap, a full-service digital marketing agency. Her company provides branding concepts, collateral and graphic design, content creation, and lead generation.