Empowering and instilling confidence in women through the sport of knife throwing
WWK BOARD OF DIRECTORS
AND LEADERSHIP TEAM
KELLY GROVE
Founder
Kelly has been throwing knives since 2014 and started WWK in December of 2015. She has competed in many in-person knife and tomahawk competitions, has organized several competitions including Michigan Throwstorm and Battle of the Blade Maidens and is a member of the Michigan Blade Throwers. She founded WWK and created the non-profit so the sport could continue to grow. She has taught over 100 new throwers how to throw which has been a big contributor to the Knife Throwing community.
DAWN SOLOMON
Chair & Executive Director
WWK Women's Knife Throwing wouldn’t be where it is today if it weren’t for Dawn's passion for introducing more women to the sport. Dawn joined WWK in 2019, enjoys participating in competitions, is a member of Michigan Blade Throwers and also runs the largest outdoor throwing range in Michigan, MBT Range.
MELISSA MYERS
Director
Melissa's passion for empowering women is showcased through her work as a Financial Advisor focusing on women and her many years of supporting WWK through her company sponsorship. Melissa also enjoys entertaining and spending time on the shooting range.
BIANCA BIHN
Executive Treasurer
When things need to get done, you call Bianca! Bianca joined WWK in 2022 after finding her passion for knife throwing and quickly stepped up to join the Battle of the Blade Maidens Planning Committee where she shined as a go-getter with top notch organizational and leadership skills. Eager to do more for an organization she loves, Bianca happily joined the leadership team to assist in making WWK one of the greatest women's organizations around.
KANDY JONES
Director of Events
The best WWK events happen when Kandy is on the planning team! In addition to knife throwing, Kandy has a passion for cooking, baking and event planning and brings an incredible skill set to the team to ensure that each and every WWK event is truly memorable!
ANNE CRUM
Mentorship Director
Anne has been part of WWK since 2019, starting on the Edge of Night team, and her passion for the sport and community quickly became evident. In 2021, she embraced the role of mentor, where her dedication and patience made her one of the most beloved figures in WWK. Anne loves traveling to different ranges, meeting new throwers, and helping them sharpen their skills. In 2023, she became team president and continues to guide others with her enthusiasm for the sport. Outside of WWK, Anne enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and exploring nature through hiking. She’s also preparing to go pro next season, adding another exciting chapter to her journey!
KIM PAYNE-NAIK
Fundraising Director
Kim joined WWK in 2022 and her dedication to the sport thrust her into the spotlight as one of the highest scoring new throwers of the season. As a former roller derby board member, she brings years of experience in fundraising and promoting an all-women sports league, as well as excitement for the future of WWK.
Rebecca Estella
Director of Social Media and Design
Rebecca has been a dedicated member of WWK since 2018 and has been serving as the President of The Dames & Daggers team since 2021. With her extensive background as a graphic designer, Rebecca has played a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of WWK by creating our main logo as well as many of our event logos. Her design expertise and leadership within the community have consistently elevated the brand’s presence. We are thrilled to have Rebecca take on the role of Director of Social Media and Design, where she will continue to bring her creativity and passion to WWK!
SANDY BENSON
Mentorship Director
Sandy has been throwing since 2019 and quickly earned a reputation as one of our most accurate throwers. A retired high school teacher, Sandy brings patience, organization, and a passion for the sport to her mentoring. Her love for helping others, combined with her expert throwing skills, makes her an invaluable guide for throwers looking to improve. Outside of the range, Sandy enjoys hiking and reading, embracing both the thrill of the outdoors and the quiet focus of a good book.