Born and raised in the picturesque city of Sudbury, Ontario, Shannon has crafted a life that beautifully weaves together the roles of a loving mother, dedicated wife, and passionate real estate professional. Her heartwarming journey has seen her traverse the bustling streets of Toronto for 23 years, only to find her way back home, where […]
Marc Boudreau
Marc is true northern Ontario leader, born and raised in the Francophone community in Hanmer. His love of the north is seen in his entrepreneurial endeavours that offer employment and financial stimulus to the region while also supporting the community. As past President and CEO of Inovinta Group of Companies, he developed and grew BESTECH, […]
Samantha Espley
You may not recognize Sam in a dancing venue although she is well-recognized as a trailblazer in mining. She is an advocate and an executive leader with roles at Vale, Stantec, and Paramount Gold Nevada. Sam is past-President of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy, and Petroleum and served on the boards of MIRARCO and […]
Sherri K
I’m Sherri K, former tap dancer and synchronized skater. Presently half of the Morning Hot Tub with G-Rant weekday mornings on HOT 93-5. I love (FOUNTAIN) diet coke, Taylor Swift and my two dogs Jimmy and Jessica. I genuinely love when everyone wins, so judging this event will be a tough one! Excited to be […]
Anne Salter
Anne Salter – Executive Director; Sudbury Manitoulin Children’s Foundation For the last 33 years, it has been my privilege to be the Executive Director for the Sudbury Manitoulin Children’s Foundation. This amazing charity runs three programs for marginalized youth. In addition to working for a children’s charity, I grew up in a family were contributing […]
Francesca Vairo
Francesca Vairo is a focused, driven, and passionate dance professional with 18 years of dance training in all genres. She is born and raised in Sudbury, Ontario, and has proven the ability to motivate and mentor dancers to reach their highest potential. Experience performing in front of large audiences, teaching the artform of dance to […]
Gabriel Onadja
My name is Gabriel, people call me Coach Gaby. I am an independent business owner, at My Own Pace Fitness, a group fitness trainer, and a personal trainer that teaches fitness boxing, fitness kickboxing, spin class, boot camps, TRX, and more! I work in multiple gym centers, and I’m naturally inclined to be a life […]
John Reynolds
Dancing all his life, John is happiest on the dance floor. He started ballroom 25 years ago. It only lasted a year, but he maintained his waltz and cha cha at the myriad of dances he attended since. A life change brought him back to the ballroom dance floor this year. He found that even […]
Pierre-André Muila Kayembe
My name is Pierre-André Muila Kayembe, and I am passionate about Afro dance. Originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, I was born in Montreal, Canada. I have spent the last six years in Sudbury, where I continued to develop my love for Afro dance. As a teacher, I have had the privilege of sharing […]
Tyson David Kirk
At the age of 17, Tyson David Kirk is already an accomplished and dedicated performer. With a natural affinity for the spotlight, he started dancing at the age of 10. He has trained in an array of disciplines that include musical theatre, hip-hop, tap, jazz, contemporary, ballet and lyrical dance. His talent and passion has […]