Jon Boyd Barrett | Founder

Survival Insight was founded by Jon in September of 2008 after his previous venture, an online retail store, went out of business due to the recent recession. For the first year of the website's existence, Jon managed and contributed to developing the site, article content and search engine optimization. With the recent additions to the work team, Jon currently oversees Survival Insight's overall evolvement.

Jon is a British ex-pat now living in Los Angeles. Asides from enjoying the beaches, sunny weather and countless hiking trails, he spends much of his time working in his primary profession as a Reiki Master and EFT practitioner. Most importantly, Jon ensures that his life is always evenly balanced between fun, work, and relaxation.

Check out some of Jon's favorite articles:

• The Road to Self-Empowerment
• Learn to Avoid Excessive Bank Fees
• How to Deal with Stress Naturally

Cat joined the SurvivalInsight.com team in July 2010 and is responsible for maintaining the site on a day-to-day basis. Prior to joining the team, Cat was an Account Manager at Arroweye Solutions, a gift card marketing and production partner, and worked with a number of noteworthy clients, such as Toys R Us, Lowe's, Dunkin' Donuts and eBay. Before joining Arroweye, Cat was a Web Developer for Azavar Technologies, an Application Service Provider, and truly enjoyed developing and maintaining websites for the company's client base.

Cat is inspired by people and their relationships. In her spare time, she works on maintaining PurpleVelour.com, a webzine dedicated to everything involving dating, relationships, and marriage. She also loves the outdoors and spends as much time as possible on the beautiful Chicago lakefront, especially during her favorite seasons - summer and fall!

Cat holds a BBA from Ohio University where her focus was on Management Information Systems.

The following are some of Cat's favorite articles:

• Romantic but Inexpensive Dating Ideas
• Dating Tips for the Unemployed
• Talking Finances with Your Partner

Samuel Muriithi | Contributing Writer

Samuel joined the Survival Insight team in November 2009. He has been a freelance writer for slightly more than two years and has in this time penned numerous articles, blogs, and web content for as many clients and websites. Samuel is adept at producing written content on a wide variety of topics, with particular emphasis on Search Engine Optimization through the use of designated keywords. Proper subject research and fluent writing are combined to make for an interesting read.

In addition to Survival Insight, Samuel is a member of the writing teams at Gaebler Ventures and Creative Website Designers. He is also a business planning consultant and has helped a number of Nairobi-based start-up and existent businesses come up with solid business plans.

In his spare time, Samuel loves to play or watch soccer and is an ardent supporter of F.C. Barcelona. He also enjoys listening to his extensive collection of roots reggae music in his mini-studio. Samuel studied Entrepreneurship at JKUAT Nairobi and has always wanted to be self-employed and independent.

Ever the entrepreneur, two of Samuel's favorite articles are:

• How to Write a Business Plan and Acquire Investors
• Signs that it's Time to Quit Your Job

Samuel can be readily contacted via e-mail.

Aeyne Schriber has been writing for Survival Insight since May of 2010. She primarily writes on the topics of positive thinking and personal improvement. More bio coming soon...