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Sole Talk 19: Cici Kelley, Co-Founder of Dare Dream Dance Studio

After being trained by some of the greatest names in dance at Philadelphia’s University of the Arts, Cici Kelley has forged a career that spans all genres of dance and crosses multiple industries - from sports to advertising to entertainment and beyond. 

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Sole Talk 17: Shate Edwards, Founder of The Working Dancer

Shate' Edwards is a choreographer, entertainment producer, and entrepreneur.  She earned a MFA in dance and served for several years as a dance professor in the DFW area.  She's the author of The Freelance Dancer's Roadmap as well as articles in several dance magazines.  In addition to her work as a choreographer, producer, and dance educator, Shate' also founded The Working Dancer to educate aspiring and early career dancers about creating sustainable careers.  

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Sole Talk 16: Roger Lee, Founder of Roger Lee Dance Company

Roger Lee is a performer, choreographer, and dance educator from Philadelphia.  He has a long list of impressive performance, leadership, and teaching credits including Joffrey Ballet School, Broadway Dance Center, and Temple University, just to name a few.  Through his company's programs, his articles for dance publications, motivational speaking, and more, Roger Lee is empowering artists to develop careers in a sustainable way. 

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Sole Talk 15: Anthony Harris, Co-Founder of Dance Mogul Magazine

Anthony Harris is a dancer and instructor from New Jersey.  He grew up a troubled youth, and was able to get back on track after he found dance.  He was the member of a urban dance company that afforded him the opportunity to perform on tour, in music videos, and more.  He and his father founded Dance Mogul Magazine, which is an awesome platform they use to empower dancers.  

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Sole Talk 14: Sweft Washington, First Class Solo Dancer

Sweft Washington is a first class solo dancer from Houston, TX.  He's a former Houston Comet's dancer, has taught and performed overseas, and has owned his owned dance company.  Sweft joins us on Sole Talk to discuss the lessons he's learned as a freelance dancer living in another country.  

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Sole Talk 13: Saurabh Bassi, Founder of ATG.world

Saurabh Bassi is a developer from India who has one of the most open and positive attitudes I've encountered in a while.  He is the founder of www.ATG.world, a social networking site that allows users to engage and connect based on their interests and background. Listen today to learn how having an open mind, positive attitude, and good work ethic can help you launch your next big idea. 

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Sole Talk 12: Lloyd 'Tranquil' Thompson, Founder of Tranquil Productions (UK)

Lloyd 'Tranquil' Thompson is a bboy from Bradford, England.  In addition to his role as a performer, he is also a teach as well as the founder of Tranquil Productions, a production company that offers breaking and hip-hop entertainment and instruction.  He recently created Tranquil TV,  a Youtube channel that produces inspirational and breaking tutorials.

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Sole Talk 11: Keith Clark, Creator of Keith Clark Collection

Keith Clark is a long-time choreographer, instructor, and performer.  In fact, when I have the time to take classes, he's my "go to" instructor for authentic and quality instruction.  In addition to his work as a performance artist, having choreographed for Pro League dance teams and independent films, he is also a licensed massage therapist who sells natural aroma therapy products that he makes himself!  

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Sole Talk 10: Sway Buckley, Founder of The Smart Artist Institute

Sway Buckley, dancer/choreographer, entrepreneur, and business coach, joins me on Sole Talk to share her impressive performance and business journey.  Sway's dance career has taken her across the world through performance and workshop opportunities, and she also manages several thriving arts businesses.

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