About

I'm a dancer, and a writer and speaker on the topics of self-esteem and body image. I do the work that I do because I believe that everybody of every size should be treated with respect. I believe that it is impossible to tell somebody’s health based on their weight. I believe in giving people correct information and affordable options for eating and movement, and I believe in respecting whatever choices they make whether or not they are the choices I would make. Check on my website to read about the Self-Esteem Project and Body Positive Dance Company.

Passions

I retired from a 16 year career in business administration and operations to pursue my passion of doing non-profit work in the areas of self-esteem and body image. I've danced all of my life, I currently compete as a professional partner dancer and hold three National Championships. In January of 2009 I founded Body Positive Dance, a non-profit whose goal is to make dance accessible to everyone as a way to move their bodies free from shame, guilt and judgment. We teach drop in classes as well as classes for special populations such as eating disorder patients, women's groups and girls organizations. I speak and write about self-esteem, body image and behavioral centered health (where healthy choices are the goal instead of a specific weight or size). I've been published on Jezebel.com as well as in publications such as the Calgary Herald and the Vancouver Sun.

Wish List

I like to connect with people who are doing something cutting edge and interesting in their industry, those who really "get" networking and are generally cool. Also, people who are involved in corporate wellness, those who love to dance, and those who work in the field of self-esteem, body image, and health at every size.