OUR TEAM

crossFit Versatile team Greensboro NC

Ben Gleason - Owner

Ben Gleason was born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina. He has been coaching CrossFit for 12 years and has been active in sports and fitness throughout his life. His passion has always been to help people lead a healthier life. Once he discovered CrossFit, he saw it as a great vehicle to help impact and change the lives of others. He believes that fitness is a life-long process and it is not one that you can easily do alone. Having the support of a community that shares the same values and goals is one of the most amazing things about CrossFit. He believes that is why people are so drawn and committed to it. Ben wants to be part of cultivating that community and lead people toward achieving their goals and experience the benefits of a happy and healthy life.

Ben is a Level 2 CrossFit Trainer. He has coached a Masters athlete to win the CrossFit Games consecutive years and a team athlete to compete at the CrossFit Games. He holds certifications as a USAW Level 1 Sports Performance Coach and is FMS Level 1 Certified. He holds the following CrossFit certifications: Strongman, Weightlifting, Gymnastics, Endurance, Running, Teaching Movement, Scaling, Spot the Flaw, Nutrition 1, Lesson Planning, Dumbbells, and Training Pregnant/Postpartum athletes.  He is also CPR/AED Certified.



Sarah Wright
Residing in Greensboro, NC with her husband Tim, Sarah Wright brings over a decade of experience as a seasoned CrossFit trainer. She has successfully collaborated with a diverse range of clients, including beginners and advanced athletes, tailoring her approach to each individual's fitness journey with a keen understanding of their unique goals and needs. Additionally, Sarah holds a USAW Level 1 certification, is a four-time Team USA member, and holds the titles of former National and American Open Champion.  CPR/AED Certified

Sarah's training journey includes learning from esteemed coaches such as Don McCauley, Glenn Pendlay, and Leo Totten. Her specialization in Olympic Weightlifting offers exciting opportunities for those aiming to explore peak physical performance, providing both novice and experienced athletes the chance to refine their abilities under her expert guidance.

Acting as a coach for CrossFit Versatile and owning and operating Wright Fitness, which is located in CrossFit Versatile facility, Sarah is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their fitness goals and reach their full potential.

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Alec Stamper 

Alec is a Greensboro transplant, originally from Cincinnati, OH. Being raised by a yogi and a runner, movement has always been a priority in his life. After touching on a variety of sports growing up, he found his place as a varsity wrestler - this is why he loves those burpees! 



Following an adventurous and nourishing decade as an Outdoor Educator, Alec's focus shifted back to physical activity, but his excitement to teach and guide still burned bright. So one year of engaging in CrossFit encouraged him to acquire his CF-L1 certification. This allows him to witness the joy when individuals recognize "there is more in us than we know, if we could be made to see it - perhaps we will be unwilling to settle for less."  CPR/AED Certified


Allison Nepaulsingh 

Residing in Greensboro, North Carolina, Allison discovered her passion for CrossFit a decade ago during her time in Raleigh. What she loves most about it, she'll consistently say, is the sense of community it fosters.

Allison, a licensed sports massage therapist with over 5 years of experience and a CF-L1 coach, brings a vibrant energy to any setting. You'll recognize her by the singing and spontaneous twerking that can happen anytime, anywhere. Her infectious energy is impossible to miss! CPR/AED Certified
Hannah Muurisepp
Hannah, originally from Jamestown, NC, is a versatile individual with a rich background. Graduating from App State and having attended culinary school at GTCC, she delved into a diverse array of interests early on. Her journey began with dance at the age of 4, continuing until she was 18. Simultaneously, she discovered her passion for lacrosse during high school. However, it was her family's foray into CrossFit that intrigued her to give it a try, leading to a deep-seated love for the sport over the past 9 years.

Hannah holds certifications in CF-L2 and Nutrition 1, Hannah found her calling in coaching, relishing the joy of witnessing individuals surpass their fitness aspirations. Her delight stems from observing others conquer new milestones, learn fresh skills, and achieve feats they once deemed unattainable. Hannah seamlessly integrates her devotion to CrossFit with her love for baking and cooking, aiming to guide people towards a holistic and healthy lifestyle.  CPR/AED Certified

Mark Muurisepp


Mark, originally from Islip, NY, ventured to NC for his education at UNC-Greensboro. His lifelong dedication to athleticism began during college, engaging actively in basketball, baseball, and lacrosse. However, after a phase of reduced activity post-graduation, marriage, and embracing the responsibilities of raising two children, he reignited his passion by taking up running, eventually advancing to triathlons. Mark achieved an ironman distance and conquered multiple ½ ironman races before CrossFit became a pivotal part of his life a decade ago.

As a certified CrossFit Level 2 trainer, Mark finds his fulfillment in coaching by guiding members to conquer their "firsts" and unlock their full athletic potential. His coaching philosophy revolves around empowering individuals to surpass their own expectations and become the best versions of themselves.  CPR/AED Certified

Abby Simoneau 

 Abby is a Greensboro transplant, growing up and enjoying the outdoors in New Hampshire. Back in 2013, she found a local CrossFit gym, and hasn’t stopped since. The community and variety of workouts has kept her coming back for years!
Abby has held her L-1 since 2019, and can’t wait to coach again at CFV! While not at CFV, Abby is a college professor in music. Her love of teaching extends to the gym! She loves to help people reach their goals or become comfortable with a new skill.  CPR/AED Certified

Melissa Buechlein

Melissa grew up in the suburbs outside of St Louis, MO. Ask her what high school will really get the conversation rolling. She relocated to North Carolina after completing her bachelors and master’s in environmental engineering from Missouri S&T. Melissa started CrossFit in 2018 thanks to her best friend…and a Groupon.
Although her day job is modeling (data), her true passion lies in fitness. Whether that fitness be in the pool, on a trail, or in the gym, Melissa thrives on the assortment of physical challenges strengthen by CrossFit. Melissa is a Level 2 CrossFit trainer and gymnastics certified. .  CPR/AED Certified

 Ellie Tinker

Ellie Tinker comes from a military family, so while she was born in Oklahoma, she spent most of her childhood in Charleston, SC and Fayetteville, NC. Ellie is now in the area as she is in college at High Point University studying Exercise Science. She got into CrossFit after taking a step back from her competitive gymnastics career and has been involved with the sport ever since; the people kept her coming back. Her favorite movements are unsurprisingly anything gymnastics, especially anything upside down.
 
Ellie was in the top 4% of all women worldwide in this past years CrossFit Open and hopes to continue to feed her competitive spirit. When she’s not in the gym, you can find Ellie reading, writing, making YouTube videos, and spending time with friends and family.
 
 Ellie is a Level 1 CrossFit trainer and has completed the CrossFit Gymnastics course. She is also CPR/AED certified. She took an interest in coaching after realizing how much some of her coaches growing up have impacted her, and is hoping to help others find joy in working out and being themselves.  CPR/AED Certified

 Morgan Pollock

Morgan Pollock, a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer, has always been passionate about helping others improve their health and well-being. Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in public health, Morgan has been coaching for three years and finds great joy in watching individuals achieve new milestones. Whether it’s mastering a new movement, crushing a workout, or leaving the gym with a smile, Morgan’s goal is to empower others to realize their potential.

Morgan's journey into CrossFit began after competing in gymnastics. Searching for something similar, she found CrossFit at CrossFit Versatile and was instantly hooked after her first workout. Since then, Morgan hasn’t looked back. Morgan moved out of state for several years but is happy to be back home.

The supportive and motivating CrossFit community, coupled with encouragement from both coaches and fellow athletes, continues to fuel her drive to be her best every day.

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Autumn Hollifield - Social Media & Events Coordinator
Autumn Hollifield is our Social Media and Events Coordinator. She owns Autumn Hollified Photography and is well versed in branding, social media and marketing making the position an excellent fit for her and for CFV.
Autumn started CrossFit in 2014 and has been a member of CFV for a little over 3 years.
Favorite movement/lift: Power Cleans! Least favorite: gymnastics
'What I love about CF is the ability to translate it into my everyday life and the community. I'm so grateful for the people that CF has brought into my life.'
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