THE EXPERIENCER
SUPPORT ASSOCIATION
TESA is a group of professionals working together to support and assist those affected by extraterrestrial, paranormal and psychic phenomena. TESA consists of content creators and professionals in their fields of interest.
THE operations TEAM
PRESIDENT and Director of Investigations
RYAN STACEY
Ryan is a certified Private Investigator, the C.E.O./Founder of Black Light Investigative and Surveillance Services and the President of TESA International Media Inc.
Producer and Marketing AssistanT
Chris Green
Chris is behind the scenes on most of our video programs, including our podcast Beyond the Tinfoil Hat. He is also the TESA and Black Light Investigative and Surveillance Services Executive Assistant. Chris also assists with the transcribing of declassified documents.
Administration
TESA Administration
TESA Admin has no name or identity. They assist with responding to emails and funnelling appropriate information to the respective departments. They are anonymous because they are experiencers volunteering their service.
CONTENT Creators and Facilitors
UFOLOGIST, PARANORMAL/Psychogenic investigator, AUTHOR, TESA wRITER, PODCAST HOST AND WORKSHOP FACILITATOR
RYAN STACEY
Ryan is a private investigator, citizen journalist, active Canadian Disclosure Ufologist and a private paranormal/psychogenic investigator. He is the creator of the Ultraspectrum Classification System and the founder of The Experiencer Support Association.
He was the former director of Field Investigator Training for MUFON and the former National Chief Investigator for MUFON Canada. Ryan is the original hosts of Beyond The Tin Foil Hat and Uncharted Case Files podcasts.
Ryan has stepped down from podcasting in 2023 in order to focus more on investigations and workshops.
- Canadian
CRYPTOZOOLOGIST,AUTHOR, TESA WRITER AND WORKSHOP FACILITATOR
ALEX MISTRETTA
Alex holds a Bachelor of Science in Anthropology and Psychology. He is a former director of investigations for MUFON Los Angeles and has worked alongside Parapsychologist Dr. Barry Taff.
Alex has completed several Bigfoot expeditions and specializes in African Cryptozoology. He is also an international expert on television as a Cryptozoologist, Ufologist and Paranormal Investigator.
He is also a published author.
- American
Psychotherapist and EA Facilitaor
Susan Dinsmore
Susan has been a practicing psychotherapist for the better part of 30 years. She specializes in working with individuals seeking to better understand themselves and foster deeper connections in their relationships. Many people find themselves excelling in certain areas of life while still feeling alone, discontent, and disconnected. Susan focuses on people’s needs and choices, respecting each person's life stories and desire for change. She believes every individual is capable of reaching their full potential and living a healthy, fulfilling life.
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Magician, Comedian and PodCAST HOST
DANNY WHITSON
Danny is a versatile entertainer with a unique blend of talents. As the host of Beyond The Tinfoil Hat, he brings his seasoned stand-up comedy skills, keeping you entertained with his humor and quick wit. Additionally, his magical prowess as a magician adds a fascinating element to the podcast, making it a truly enchanting experience.
In 2024, Danny will host for TESA's primary podcast, Beyond The Tin Foil Hat.
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TESA Document Transcriber
Cristy Houghton
Cristy is a dedicated UFO document transcription specialist at TESA. She focuses on deciphering declassified Canadian UFO records and brings precision and expertise to the field. Beyond her professional dedication, Cristy maintains a deep passion for the cosmos, engaging in stargazing and cosmic exploration. Her commitment to her work and love for the extraterrestrial are seamlessly intertwined.
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TESA Writer
MICHAEL R HERST
Michael is a podcast host, producer, keynote speaker, author, and retired Police Sergeant. He holds a Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies in Performance and Digital Media. He also has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management.
Michael explores the metaphysical, paranormal and supernatural aspects of life. He is a devoted family man, an animal advocate, a vegan, and an admirer of nature and creative arts.
His mantra: "Always stay positive, inspire, motivate and educate to help mankind move forward."
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Evidence Review and
Intellectual Development Unit
(ERIDU)
This unit reviews all evidence submitted and collected by TESA to ensure consistency, authenticity, and accuracy as well as determines dispositions, categories, and classifications selected through investigations prior to The Experiencer Support Association’s annual public reports. This unit is also responsible for creating and producing the curriculum for Interstellar and the Academy of Ufology and Paranormal Studies.
RYAN STACEY
ALEX MISTRETTA
Michael R. Herst
Field
INVESTIGATIONS UNIT
(FIU)
This unit is part of Black Light Investigative and Surveillance Services and is charged with attending locations of interest for the purpose of gathering additional and more detailed evidence for the Evidence Review and Intellectual Development Unit. Members of this team have completed the investigation program through the academy and/or been selected personally by the Director of Field Investigations (Ryan Stacey).
