Alexander “Lex” Dones is an interdisciplinary artist from Portland, Oregon specializing in dance performance, choreography, and education. At the age of 18, Lex moved to New York City to begin his freelance career, working with notable companies & artists including Doug Elkins, MOMIX, Chase Brock, NW Dance Project, Luna Negra Dance Theatre, ArtLab J, Cori Marquis, and more. As a performer, choreographer, and educator, Lex has had the opportunity to travel to venues & festivals throughout the USA, Canada, Asia, and Europe, including the Joyce Theater in NYC, Fall for Dance at City Center NYC, Jacob’s Pillow, The Yard in Martha’s Vineyard, New Dance for Asia Festival in Seoul, S. Korea, Detroit Dance City Festival, the Lobero Theatre, Théâtre de Suresnes Jean Vilar, Newmark Theatre, the current sessions in NYC, and others. In 2020, Alexander was commissioned by the Portland Dance Film Festival to co-create an original dance film titled HARBOR. The past few seasons Lex has been working primarily in youth programming at various schools and institutions, teaching dance and taking on various administrative roles. Currently, Lex teaches dance & performs around the Portland-Metro area and continues to create independent works of various mediums under the name of soothsayer. Lex’s artistic focus is to create safe, supportive environments where individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and stages in life can explore & express themselves through art while helping to bring attention and assistance to people and programs that serve the community. www.AlexanderDones.com

Andrea Pino is a multifaceted dancer, choreographer, actress, and content creator with more than 25 years of professional experience in the entertainment industry. An honors graduate of Toronto Film School’s Acting for Film, Television, and Theatre program, she has built a dynamic career performing across North America and appearing in major film and television productions. Her credits include Paramount’s Downsizing, numerous Hallmark and Lifetime films, and Netflix’s spin-off series A Week Away, choreographed by Paul Becker. Most recently, Andrea performed in the Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show with Usher, featuring H.E.R., Alicia Keys, Ludacris, and Jermaine Dupri. Andrea is also an Industry Dance Award–nominee choreographer for Hip Hop, recognized for her creative vision, innovative movement quality, and commitment to shaping the next generation of dancers. Her extensive training includes mentorship from world-renowned choreographers such as Brian Friedman, Tyce Diorio, Mia Michaels, NappyTabs, Tricia Miranda, Rhapsody James, and Yanis Marshall. She continues to refine her craft at leading Los Angeles studios including Millennium Dance Complex, Playground LA, and Eighty-Eight Studios. Beyond her performance career, Andrea serves as Operations Manager for The Business of Dance Online Mentorship Program, working alongside founder Menina Fortunato to support dancers in building sustainable, successful careers. Through this role, she has collaborated with notable industry artists including Aliya Janell, Alex Wong, Kelly Sweeney, and Tina Landon. A passionate advocate for mentorship, creativity, and professionalism, Andrea is dedicated to inspiring dancers and artists worldwide. She brings authenticity, discipline, and artistry to every project—both on stage and behind the scenes.

Ashton Norris was born and raised in California and has been feeding her love of dance every day since the age of 3. She is a dancer, actor, singer, and performer continuously working in Chicago, New York City, and across the US. Some of her favorite credits include My Fair Lady National Tour, Sunny Afternoon US premiere, The Pajama Game (Gladys), and Waitress (Dance Captain). She grew up dancing competitively, which encouraged her to train consistently in all styles and push the limits of performance. She attended the Chicago College of Performing Arts and graduated with a BFA in Musical Theatre. Through work and training she learned, above all else, to deeply appreciate the hard work that goes into building a great dancer and a great career. Always stay positive and approach your work with love.

Brenda Rodriguez began her career as a Professional Dancer at the Disneyland Resort while earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Dance from California State University, Fullerton. She has appeared in film, television, and commercials as both a Dancer and Actor for renowned companies such as Disney, McDonald’s, Paramount, MTV, Fox, Warner Bros, and NBC.  Additionally, she has both performed and choreographed for an array of stage productions, including the LA premiere of The Who’s rock opera, Quadrophenia. Her choreography was first seen across the country on the National Tour for Barbie, where she also held the role of Show Director. Internationally, she shared her creativity as a choreographer for the North Queensland Cowboys, a professional rugby team from Australia.

For 14 years, Brenda taught at the prestigious Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA) where she also coordinated + directed multiple programs including the highly successful Summer Dance Program. Her talents extend to production as well, where she has stage-managed events for New Balance, Nike, Hershey, Latin pop star Thalia’s US Tour, the Jonas Brothers 3D concert movie, Disneyland Special Events, and the Super Bowl Halftime Show. As a Producer, she has brought to life various conservatories’ Spring Ballets, annual Recitals, and the beloved Nutcracker.  Currently, Brenda teaches master classes across the US and also at several colleges in California. She is thrilled to be part to the Leap NDC adjudication panel this year!

Originally from Simi Valley, California, Caitlin has trained in many styles of dance including Jazz, Contemporary, Lyrical, Musical theater, Tap, Hip hop, Heels, and Ballet.  She graduated from Santa Susana Performing Arts High School with a Certification in Dance with honors, triple lettered, and was also named Outstanding senior in the dance program. After graduating she was fortunate enough to be able to pursue her dreams as a professional dancer and move to LA. She assisted well known choreographers such as Jojo Gomez, Andre Fuentes, Shirlene Quigley, and Jersey Maniscalco. As well as working on a nationwide commercial for Toyota; ads for Forever 21, HomeGoods, and Wet N wild/ Walmart ; and several Live performances and events including performing at the Dolby theatre in Los Angeles. Caitlin has done work for TV shows such as "City on Fire" on Apple TV.  She has also taught at conventions for the Royal Caribbean Bahama cruise ships, as well as choreographing all over the US. Caitlin is now located in NYC, teaching, dancing, and inspiring the next generation of dancers!

Chris Rutledge, the TapArtist, started his dance training at 19 in Alabama, by the renowned Lisa Lyndon. He has training in Tap, Jazz, and Ballet, but his Professional Career is mainly through TapDance and Body Percussion.

Chris has Co-choreographed/performed in tap shows for both Universal Studios Hollywood and Disneyland. He also helped cowrite, co-produce, and co-choreograph performances and a full length stage show, for the leading step/body percussion group MOLODI(mo.lah.dee), out of Las Vegas. He also choreographed a body percussion number for Italian pop star, Tiziano Ferro, and his world tour called ‘Per Dono’, and he was a tenured Tap teacher at EDGE Performing Arts Studio in Hollywood, CA.

‘Hines/Pollock’ is an award winning Performance Art act he created in 2010 as ‘the TapArtist’, where paintings are made by tap dancing in paint, on a canvas! Chris’s choreography was also nominated this last season at the IDA’s for ‘Best Tap Performance’. He also wrote a full stage show called FootPrints of a TapDancer, which was seen with his company theFYVgroup, around LA and in the Hollywood Fringe Festival.

When the dance competition season comes around, he is currently an adjudicator/instructor with Spotlight Dance Cup, Leap NDC, and Starquest International.

Estefania moved to Los Angeles from Raleigh, North Carolina when she was 18 years old. She was hired to be a dancer on the TV show, Glee. She then got to travel the world on tour with 5th Harmony and Natalie La Rose. Estefania has starred in many national commercials like Hyundai, Wells Fargo, Invisalign, Lo’Real, Olay, and Old Navy. She moved to Las Vegas to star in Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque Du Soleil as a principal dancer. Estefania has also worked with Janet Jackson, Riley Clemmons, Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey and more. She was part of the crew for Beyonce’s BLACK IS KING. And worked with Top Model, Tabria Majors, on multiple projects. Estefania also creative directs and does movement coaching for music videos, commercials, and most recently the Versace Fashion Show in Los Angeles. Estefania has also been exploring acting and has been featured on Netflix shows and movies airing in 2026. Currently, she is on a world tour with ¨We are Family¨ Sister Sledge. Estefania was recently featured in Selena Gomez “Love On” music video and the lead in OlayxBarbie Movie Commercial airing on HBO MAX. Another huge passion of hers is teaching and mentoring the next generation of dancers. She has had the opportunity to teach dance to kids and young adults around the world and hopes to start her non-profit for kids in tough communities to dance and establish a career in the entertainment industry at the end of this year!

Hannah Campanelli began training at Draper Center for Dance Education and Pittsford Dance Studio and then went on to earn a BFA in Commercial Dance from Pace University, studying jazz, ballet, lyrical, contemporary, tap, hip hop, and theater dance under the mentorship of renowned choreographers including Scott Jovovich, Lauren Gaul, Rhonda Miller, Jess Hendricks, Mandy Moore, and Jen Hamilton. As both a performer and choreographer, Hannah has presented work in New York and Los Angeles at showcases such as the Young Choreographer’s Festival, On One Condition, Reconstruct, Club Jete, and Carnival. She is currently signed with Movement Talent Agency and has worked professionally with choreographers including Hannah Gallagher, Dominique Kelley, Cat Rendic, Richy Jackson, Jaci Royal, and Jojo Siwa. Her performance credits include XOMG Pop, M3gan 2.0, and the upcoming television competition America’s Top Choreographer. She also served as Assistant Choreographer for the feature film Step Aside. Alongside performing, Hannah has dedicated over a decade to teaching and choreographing for studios nationwide, including Temecula Dance Company, N10 Dance Studios, Dan & Company/Atlanta Jazz Theater, and numerous Rochester-area programs. Her choreography has been recognized with multiple awards at the competitive level. Hannah is also the creator of the Pre- Professional Intensive Momentum, which is going on its third year.

Julie Moore is a professional dancer, choreographer, and educator based in New York City! She has traveled to over 50 countries and territories, all while performing and serving as Dance Captain with Norwegian Cruise Line and Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Originally from Fort Worth, Texas, Julie’s credits range from training as an Apprentice with the Bruce Wood Dance Company, performing and assistant choreographing for theme parks such as Six Flags Over Texas and Valleyfair Amusement Park, and performing throughout NYC with a premier precision dance group, The Sarafinas. Most recently, she had the opportunity to learn and train with the prestigious Radio City Rockettes at the invite only Rockettes Conservatory. Julie now inspires the next generation of performers as an Install Creative Supervisor and Resident Choreographer for NCLH Creative Studios, bringing energy, creativity, and heart to every project she leads.

Karlyn Schneider is the owner and executive director of New Attitudes Dance Company New Holstein, Wisconsin where she loves helping others find and develop their passion for the performing arts. Dancing & competing from an early age herself, she has experience with many styles including ballet, pointe, contemporary, drill team, hip hop, multiple styles of jazz, lyrical, musical theatre, and tap. Karlyn has over 15 years of training experience, starting her teaching career in Northeast Wisconsin. Experiencing students' growth in real time inspired her to pivot her focus solely on Dance Education at the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay, studying both Dance Pedagogy and Arts Management.

In her time at UWGB, Karlyn was a featured soloist as well as a choreographer for the department's annual productions. Along with welcoming her students each week at NADC, she’s also an adjudicator, award-winning choreographer, and traveling master class instructor. Karlyn is certified with the National Dance Coaches Association, a member of Dance Masters of Wisconsin, Wisconsin Association of Cheer & Pom Coaches Inc, and the National Dance Education Organization. When she’s not in class, Karlyn enjoys being on the road sharing her unique outlook & approach to dance education with students of all ages and abilities via competition judging, guest instructing at conventions and workshops around the country, and choreography projects.

Kristyn Abbadini is the former owner/founder of Evolution Dance Academy in Moorpark, California. Her love of dance started at the young age of three. She has over 30 years of experience in the dance industry. At the age of 10, Kristyn was asked to be a part of the Tremaine Teen Company, "Next Generation", under the direction of Marguerite Derricks. Some of her many teachers include: Joe Tremaine, Marguerite Derricks, Doug Caldwell, Tyce Diorio, Liz Imperio, Brian Friedman, Chris Dupre, Michael Rooney, Jackie Sleight, Meredith Baylis and Sally Whelan. At the age of 14, she began assisting Chris Dupre and touring the states to teach and set choreography. Under the direction of Chris Dupre, she has assisted at various conventions such as Urban Jamm, Tremaine, and Company Dance. At the age of 21, Kristyn took on the hat of choreographer to Lizzy McGuire co-star Lalaine. She toured with Disney as Lalaine's lead choreographer and dancer for three years. She has had the pleasure of working for Ivan Wrightman, Demi Moore, Elizabeth Berkley, Britney Spears, Michael Myers and Paula Abdul, Janes Addiction; to name a few. Some of her credits include: The Joffrey Ballet, Austin Powers, Starsky and Hutch, Power Rangers, KFC, Green Day, and USPS. Over Kristyn’s 20 years in the competition circuit, she has won numerous titles, national titles, grand champion titles, choreography awards and more. Kristyn loves to teach, motivate, and inspire the youth of tomorrow. Kristyn hopes to pass on her knowledge of love for dance to all that want to learn and is excited to continue to embark on the future of the industry.

Marie Choate was born and raised in Northeast Ohio where she danced and competed for 15 years. She studied at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NYC, NY and AMDA College of the Performing Arts in Los Angeles, CA and graduated with her BFA in Dance Theatre. Over the past decade, Marie has danced around the country and world! Marie began her career as the inaugural cast of “Mamma Mia!” onboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. She also performed in “Saturday Night Fever” and numerous other dance and aerial productions while on RCCL ships. Marie was thrilled to play “Wendy” in the “Finding Neverland” 2nd National Tour traveling across the US. Her international travels brought her to Mexico where she performed in a variety of productions at a luxury resort. Marie loved getting to perform in NYC at Citi Field for Amaze Light Festival holiday shows. She has danced in productions at various theme parks such as Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Carowinds, and Valleyfair. Throughout her career, Marie has enjoyed being a Dance Captain and a Swing. Most recently, Marie could be seen dancing in the 2025 Halloween shows at Cedar Point in Sandusky, OH and at Christmas performances at Boar's Head Resort in Charlottesville, VA! She still loves to teach and choreograph when not performing, with a focus on musical theatre, tap, and jazz.

Michael holds a BA in Dance from Point Park University and an MA in Arts Management from the University at Buffalo. He has served as an Assistant Company Manager and Development Assistant for Garth Fagan Dance Company in Rochester, NY. Recently, he worked as a Coordinator for Legends Global at three of Louisiana’s most highly prominent entertainment venues: Caesars Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Champions Square. His dance and performing credits include Graham 2, Spectrum Dance Theater, Amy Marshall Dance Company, Jessica Gaynor Dance, Norwegian Cruise Lines, Holland America Cruise Lines, August Wilson Center Dance Ensemble (Dance Magazine’s Top 25 to Watch in 2012), Lightwire Theater, and Aquamob Nola in their production of Drowned by Dawn. He has worked with and/or performed works by Sidra Bell, Donald Byrd, Camille A. Brown, Kim Bears Bailey, Darrell Grand Moultrie, Kyle Abraham, David Parsons, Eva Sone, Nathan Trice, Tony Bordonaro, Omar Roman De Jesus, Melanie Lewis, Tiger Martina, Jason McDole, Ahmad Simmons, Annalee Traylor, and Kiesha Lalama. In addition, he's performed as a guest artist for Nick Cave’s Soundsuits, Olympic Ballet Theatre, Seattle Men’s Chorus and Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas.

Pam Erickson began her training and performing career in Southern California with the Santa Barbara Ballet Company and later dancing with the San Francisco Dance Theatre, Chamber Dance Ballet Company SF and the Sphinx Jazz-Ballet Company of Vienna, Austria. Spending a year on the high seas, Pam danced her way around the world aboard the M.S. Crystal Harmony cruise ship. Pam is a Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, CA alumnus and is currently a lecturer at Gonzaga University where she teaches Ballet, Dance History and Pedagogy and directs the University's Summer Dance Program and the prospective student Fall Dance Day. As a dance educator, Pam has also taught master classes at Western Washington University and the Universities of Alaska and Utah. Pam completed the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet's teacher training course under Marcia Dale Weary and coaches regional ballet dancers for the Youth America Grand Prix competitions. In conjunction with the Mark Morris Dance Group Outreach Program, Pam received training and began teaching dance classes for Parkinson's patients and their care-partners. An advocate for equitable access to quality dance education, Pam is both a member of the professional CORPS de Ballet International, Inc. and the Dance Educators Association of Washington.

Renae began her dance training in Aberdeen, South Dakota, earning apprenticeships with Chi-Town Dance and Giordano Dance before receiving a Distinguished Artist Scholarship to attend Hope College. After relocating to Phoenix, she built a diverse professional career, appearing in Super Bowls XXX and XXXI and performing at premier venues, including the Las Vegas Mirage and the Beverly Hills Hotel. She has shared the stage with renowned artists such as The Beach Boys, Diana Ross, James Brown, and performed with Standing O Productions, Contempo Tap Company, and Showstoppers Interactive Entertainment. Her commercial and industrial credits include productions for Oscar Meyer, Pepsi, Toyota, Intel, and America West. In addition to judging dance competitions nationwide and founding her own tap company, Renae has dedicated over 30 years to teaching in independent studios and public schools. Many of her former students have gone on to perform with Cirque du Soleil, on international cruise lines, and alongside artists including Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, and Taylor Swift. Although trained in multiple dance disciplines, tap remains Renae’s true artistic passion—and continues to be her first love.

Sarah McClure trained in Idaho until she attended and graduated from BYU in dance and Pre-Med. During her college career she trained at the San Francisco Conservatory of Dance and for Junction Dance Co in all styles. After a few years dancing professionally, she decided to go to school for physical therapy where she currently works with all types of patients including dancers. Sarah loves judging at dance competitions, teaching at BYU, and doing choreography for dance studios, gymnastics floor routines, ice skating, and musicals. She is very excited to inspire other dancers like judges did for her in the past. 

Stacey Dion is a seasoned instructor, choreographer and dance adjudicator from Denver, Colorado where she is director of the elite competition team from Allana’s Academy of Dance.  She has received many regional and national awards for her choreography.  Ms. Dion loves judging, teaching master classes, and doing guest choreography across the country. 

Stacey received her training from the University of Northern Colorado where she majored in Musical Theater and Dance.  Before committing herself to being a full-time educator and choreographer, she performed professionally with several companies in Colorado including TIBS Production Company, Little Theater of the Rockies, and Colorado Dance Theater.  She has directed and choreographed musicals for many local high schools and community theaters in the metro area, including the prestigious Denver School of the Arts. 

Stacey’s students have gone into very successful careers in entertainment and dance.  Her students have been seen on stage in Mean Girls on Broadway, Frozen at the Hyperion, Tap Dogs, and several regional stages.  You can also see Stacey’s dancers on Dancing with the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, Bunheads, Glee, and Burlesque, to name just a few.  She is also so proud of her dancers that have performed with Cher, Taylor Swift, Lizzo, and many more amazing artists!  Stacey loves seeing her amazing students succeeding at whatever they set their mind to!

Tammy Everhart is an accomplished dance educator, choreographer, and artist with a passion for inspiring creativity and excellence in movement. With a career spanning nearly 40 years, Tammy owned and operated a thriving dance studio in Georgia for 22 years, where she nurtured countless students, developing their technical skills, artistry, and confidence both on and off the stage. Throughout her many years of teaching, she has trained and mentored many professional dancers and dance educators. Tammy produced original shows at the Piccolo Spoleto Festival in Charleston, South Carolina for more than 10 years, has collaborated with the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra, and has choreographed concert Tap work for Kennesaw State University’s Department of Dance. As a choreographer, Tammy has created many original works showcased in regional and national performances, earning recognition for her unique ability to blend traditional and contemporary elements. Tammy directed a youth performance company in the Atlanta area for more than 20 years, providing a creative outlet for dancers to serve their community by performing in a non-competitive environment, making dance accessible to all members of the community. Tammy currently focuses on training and educating dancers of all ages in studio environments. She is a sought-after Tap choreographer and particularly enjoys sharing her passion for Tap dance as a Professor of Dance at Kennesaw State University in Georgia. With an unwavering dedication to her craft, Tammy continues to inspire the next generation of dancers to move with purpose, passion, and authenticity.

Tanya Kuhn was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ. She has recently returned home after residing in LA for almost two decades. She was Assistant to Choreographer, Robert Schultz, and worked for Flash Mob America helping spread joy around the country. Tanya enjoyed appearing and dancing on TV shows: Modern Family, Keeping Up with the Kardashians, Major Crimes, Heartbeat, 90210, Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane, and The Bachelorette. She has worked with artists Diana Ross, Lisette Bustamante, This Is She, and Rogue Romeo. Tanya also worked for Royal Caribbean as a dancer and has helped create Halftime performances for the Liberty Bowl, Holiday Bowl, and Champs Bowl which was a real treat since she loves college football. Tanya has also been fortunate to work with choreographers Jamie King, Brian Friedman, Ryan Heffington, Andre Fuentes, Chebar Williams, and Michael Taylor. She’s grateful for the experiences dance has given her and can’t wait to be inspired by the dancers on the Leap stage this season.

Taylor Bradley has been dancing professionally for 15 years on stages worldwide as well as the big screen. An Atlanta native, Taylor’s film credits include Footloose (2011), Vampire Diaries, and Cinderella Story. The past 10 years he has headlined the Vegas Strip in shows such as Le Reve, Cirque du Soleil’s The Beatles LOVE,  and Showstoppers, while also working with celebrities like Celine Dion, Jane Krakowski and Kristine W. With his BFA in dance, Taylor has served as guest faculty at UNLV, The University of Arizona, and several award-winning studios nationwide. His passion for movement includes group fitness instruction over the past decade, and when not dancing Taylor loves hiking outdoors with dogs  and traveling the world.

Taylor Cottrell grew up in North Carolina, where she discovered her passion for dancing and singing. She trained and competed in all styles of dance, specializing in jazz, tap, musical theater, and acrobatics. Taylor continued her training and education at Oklahoma City University, earning her Bachelor in Performing Arts under the guidance of celebrated industry professionals Jo Rowan, Brian Marcum, and Tiffany van der Merwe. Now based in New York City, Taylor is a performer, choreographer, teacher, and adjudicator. She feels at home most when guiding the next generation of dancers and helping them explore the art form with curiosity, discipline, and joy. Her choreography has been recognized at both the regional and national levels. Some of Taylor’s favorite performance credits include America's Got Talent (dancer/acrobat), The Music Man at the Fireside Theatre, the Orange Bowl Halftime Show, Texas! The Outdoor Musical Drama (Seasons 52 and 53), Frontier City’s Dead Man’s Party, HBO’s Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin, and Apple TV’s City on Fire. Taylor is excited for another season filled with creativity, growth, and watching dancers shine on stage.

Vincent Sylvester began training in Youngstown, Ohio at a very young age. He has been recognized for his outstanding achievements and top scores while on competitive dance teams in many genres. He has been employed as a principal dancer for Norwegian Cruise Lines & Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines sailing in Bermuda and Southeast Asia. Global entertainment at all four theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. Toured as a principal dancer with Sesame Street Live throughout the U.S. Vincent acquired experience as a former studio owner & artistic director. Instructing dance workshops and classes with children and adults of all ages. He has also traveled and judged numerous competitions, being exposed to many styles of dance with elite studios across the nation. Vincent travels to studios across the U.S., teaching master classes and setting choreography for dancers at all levels. Vincent has had the pleasure of working on Jojo Siwa’s “Infinity Heart” European Tour and teaching master classes assisted by Lifetime reality cast member Sarah Georgiana. Vincent's most recent work was choreographing “Newsies” for the Columbus Children's Theatre. He was nominated for “Choreographer of the Year.”  Vincent is so grateful and excited to see all the creativity, technique & passion from all the performers who take the stage!

Zoie Lee is a New York City based performer from Kansas City Missouri with a passion for storytelling through dance, music, and movement. She has built a career defined by precision, versatility, and a genuine love for the creative process. Zoie studied Musical Theater at AMDA in New York City and has since performed on national tours, on international stages, and onboard cruise ships. Zoie recently played Go-to-Hell Kitty on the National Tour of Chicago the Musical. Other notable credits include the Anastasia National Tour (Ensemble/US Odette), Jersey Boys (Swing) aboard the Norwegian Bliss, and Production Cast Singer/Dancer aboard the Regent Seven Seas Splendor. She is recognized for her quick-learning nature, collaborative energy, and professionalism in fast-paced creative environments. Dedicated to mentorship and education, Zoie loves encouraging young entertainers to find confidence, individuality, and joy in their craft. As a performer, student, educator and judge she believes a critical characteristic to success, in any form, is to continue learning, growing, and seeking new ways to improve. For her, the joy is in the creative process and the discovery of going beyond perceived limits.