Krystle Frey
Creator and Founder of Pivot Ball Change
Hi there! Thank you so much for being here. I’m Krystle, the face behind Pivot Ball Change. This business started as me hosting my own podcast for creative moms and has since turned into a service-based company where I offer my podcast editing expertise to busy mamas who host their own shows.
Once I became a mom, I found it way harder to pursue creative outlets and was desperately searching for a way to express myself that would honor my current lifestyle. That’s where Pivot Ball Change comes in! Those of you with a dance background will recognize the name, but it also goes hand-in-hand with motherhood. We constantly have to be on our toes (pun intended ;) and roll with the pivots and changes that come with the daily grind of motherhood.
As a former professional dancer/choreographer I use my experience of editing thousands of hours of performance music and directly apply it to the audio editing that comes with podcasting. My goal is to make your life easier. You can count on me to take all of your podcast editing stressors off your plate. I get it, being an entrepreneurial mama is hard enough. Let me help you get your voice out into the world with ease!
Interesting Facts About Me:
From: Wisconsin! Born and raised. Where are my fellow Packer fans at?
Education: Studied dance at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. Degree in Dental Hygiene from Madison College
Career: Former professional ballerina. Currently working part-time as an HR professional in the dental field and wearing all the hats at Pivot Ball Change!
Family: Married to my husband Travis for seven years. We have a five-year-old son and after struggling with secondary fertility for over three years, we just gave birth to our second son in June of 2024!
Personality: Enneagram 3w4, recovering perfectionist, Type A, control freak…the list goes on.
Favorite Broadway Musical: A Chorus Line - it’s the first show I saw on Broadway!
Currently Reading: Kill For Me Kill For You by Steve Cavanagh
Paige Leck
Podcast Editor
Hi everyone! My name is Paige, I am one of the Editors at Pivot Ball Change. I have been with the network since May of 2024.
Like our founder Krystle, I too have had a large pivot from my original career as a Registered Nurse. I worked on an orthopedic/neurology/trauma floor at a trauma center in Kansas City and then as an ER nurse at a local hospital for several years when we lived in the Twin Cities. After being in MN for 4 years, my husband received a huge job opportunity that relocated our family to Wisconsin. When we moved, I took a step back from bedside nursing to stay home with our then 2 month old son (yes, I moved to a new state with a newborn!). Just over a year later, we added our daughter and I became a stay at home mom of 2 under 2. Through that season, I was looking for something that I could call “my own”. During my childhood, I was a musician, thespian and artist of several mediums. So when my kids went to sleep at night, I picked up some old hobbies from my childhood and started creating again to feel a little more like myself. This lit a fire in me to find a new career that helps me express my creativity more. And that’s where Pivot Ball Change came in!
I love utilizing my critical thinking, time management, and people skills I learned from nursing school to work with your team to get the project done on time. And when editing your podcast, my creativity will produce the best sounding show for your listeners!
Interesting Facts About Me:
From: Illinois, specifically northern suburbs with lots of corn fields!
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Winona State University
Career: RN, BSN for the last 10 years. Currently a SAH mom to two beautiful kiddos!
Family: My husband, Chris, and I have been married since 2017. We actually met on the first day of undergrad and have been together ever since! We have a son who is 4 and a daughter who is 2. And a golden retriever/yellow lab mix who is a sweetheart!
Personality: Classic first born daughter, type A, control freak, recovering perfectionist lol
Favorite Broadway Musical: I have such fond memories listening to the soundtrack of “Showboat” with my grandma as a child - it will always have a special place in my heart. However, Wicked was always my favorite story for several years. I finally got my husband to see a musical with me a few years ago, The Book of Mormon, and he LOVED it! It brought me such joy to see him enjoy a passion of mine. How is one supposed to choose only ONE musical?!
Currently Reading: Throne of Glass series by Sarah J Mass
Molly Nagel
Podcast Editor
Hi! I'm Molly, and I joined the PBC team in October 2024. I’m a wife and a mom to two little ones living in the Midwest.
My journey to becoming an editor began as I was considering a major pivot in our family's life. After the birth of my second child, we were considering moving states and reflecting on my career and considering a shift—from full-time work to part-time hours—and what the next season of life could look like for our family. As an avid podcast listener and someone who thrives on organization and attention to detail, I found that podcast editing was a natural fit for my skills and this current stage of life.
I’m passionate about completing a job well done, and I take pride in helping others thrive. Having personally benefited from the wisdom shared on various podcasts, I’m excited to be part of the process that allows women to share their stories, expertise, and do meaningful work. Every step, every detail, and every effort matters in creating something impactful. I’m thrilled to be part of a team where I can help produce and share amazing content that truly makes a difference.
Interesting Facts About Me:
From: Columbus, Ohio (after spending 9 years in Pittsburgh, we’ve recently returned to Buckeye country—OH!)
Education: BS in Special Education from THE Ohio State University
Career: With 10 years and counting in the non-profit sector, I’ve held roles including Director and various administrative/operations positions. Currently, I work part-time in the non-profit field a few days a week, spend time with my kids on other days, and am fortunate enough to work as an editor during nap times and after bedtime! I love having multiple opportunities to pursue all my passions and use my skills in different ways.
Family: My husband, AJ, and I have been married for 8 years and together for over 11. We have two little ones, ages 3 and 1. There's lots of chaos and lots of love in our house and we wouldn't have it any other way!
Personality: Enneagram 6w7, ENFJ, Tenacity & Enablement Working Genius. I’m a big fan of personality tests (can you tell?). As a classic first-born daughter, my friends would describe me as dependable, driven, and always looking out for the people I care about.
Favorite Broadway Musical: Les Miserables – bring the tissues!
Currently Reading: The Women by Kristin Hannah and Hunt, Gather, Parent. I’m almost always reading several books at once—fiction, non-fiction, and audiobooks. Reading is my go-to hobby, and I’d choose a good book and a cup of tea over almost anything else in my free time!