About

Founder

Mycah Brown is a media strategist, storyteller, and founder building platforms that connect culture, community, and business. A Florida A&M University graduate with a B.S. in Broadcast Journalism, she has worked across print journalism,  media sales, social media marketing, event marketing and advertising technology — giving her a full-spectrum understanding of how media is created, distributed, and turned into analytical storytelling.

At Beyond the Myc, she focuses on building sustainable media ecosystems that expand access, visibility, and opportunity for Black women in media and creative industries.

Managing Editor

Raina Smith is a journalist and multidisciplinary creative with experience across hard news, politics, entertainment, and culture reporting. A Florida A&M University graduate with a B.S. in Broadcast Journalism, she previously worked at Journey Magazine, where she focused on storytelling that centers community, identity, and cultural impact.

In addition to editorial work, she has experience in social media marketing and influencer partnerships, bringing a strategic lens to how stories are distributed and amplified. As both a writer and visual artist, she approaches media through storytelling, aesthetics, and cultural documentation.

Social Media Strategist

Peyton Castle is a storyteller and social media strategist with a background in production, screenwriting, and copywriting. A Penn State graduate with a B.A. in Film, she approaches digital content through narrative structure, audience psychology, and visual storytelling.

At Beyond the Myc, she leads social media growth and content strategy, applying a filmmaker's lens to how stories are developed, distributed, and experienced across platforms. She also oversees the editorial direction of the Beyond the Beat Spotify playlist, helping shape the brand's cultural listening and music discovery strategy.

Community Liaison

Maya Mancle is a community strategist and cultural storyteller focused on building spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to participate. A two-time Florida A&M University graduate, she holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology and an M.S. in Forensic Entomology, bringing a unique research-driven perspective to community behavior, participation, and engagement.

At Beyond the Myc, she leads the community arm through Muse Circle, focusing on audience insight, participation data, and proof-of-concept community building. She is also a TikTok creator and poet, using storytelling to connect culture, identity, and lived experience.