Chris “Jazz” Colthurst has spent more than 25 years immersed in improvisational theater as a student, performer, teacher, and community builder.

His improv journey began with San Diego TheatreSports, and over the years, he continued his training with National Comedy Theatre and BATS Improv in San Francisco. He has performed on multiple indie teams at Finest City Improv, most notably HUSKY, widely regarded (by themselves) as the sexiest improv team in San Diego.

After the pandemic, Jazz joined the newly formed Mockingbird Improv as a performer and teacher and now serves on the theater’s board of directors.

Outside the improv world, Jazz has spent decades designing and supporting infrastructure for large-scale internet sites, including time at Comic-Con International. It was during that experience that the idea for ImprovCon was born: a convention dedicated to celebrating and advancing the entire improv ecosystem.

Natalie McCain brings more than two decades of experience in marketing, communications, and event promotion.

Her career has included work with award-winning, household-name beverage alcohol brands as well as lifestyle and retail companies, where she has led brand storytelling, media relations, and integrated marketing campaigns. She has also supported the promotion of regional events large and small across cities including San Diego, New York, and New Orleans.

At ImprovCon, Natalie leads marketing strategy and communications, helping introduce the convention to audiences across the improv community and beyond. From messaging and outreach to campaigns and partnerships, she ensures the world knows that something exciting is happening in San Diego.