Private Equity in Competitive Dance - a Roundtable Discussion by No Starving Artists

Private Equity in Competitive Dance - a Roundtable Discussion by No Starving Artists

This guided conversation brought together some influential voices in the competitive dance space to talk about: What happens when private equity, outside investment, and corporate acquisitions enter the world of competitive dance? We discussed: • Why investors are suddenly interested in dance  • Rising costs for studios and families  • The impact of consolidation on competitions, conventions, and studios  • Whether artists are losing influence in the industry  • New opportunities for studio owners looking toward retirement  • How we balance business growth with artistic integrity  • Who should have a seat at the table as dance continues to evolve This wasn't a debate about who's right or wrong. It was a conversation about transparency, education, and making sure dancers, families, educators, and artists remain at the center of an industry that's changing rapidly. Whether you're a studio owner, teacher, parent, dancer, or industry professional, this is a conversation worth listening to. Guest speakers: Menina Fortunato https://www.instagram.com/meninafortunato/ Rhee Gold https://www.instagram.com/rheegold/ Chasta Hamilton https://www.instagram.com/chastahamilton/ Mandy Yip https://www.instagram.com/mandyjyip/ Jeff Homer https://www.ensembleschools.com/ Presented by No Starving Artists and hosted by Jason Pickett www.nsadance.com https://www.instagram.com/heyitspickett/

Private Equity meets Dance - Chasta Hamilton | No Starving Artists Podcast Ep. 71

Welcome back to the No Starving Artists podcast featuring Chasta Hamilton - We chat about her journey, how private equity in dance crossed her radar and where we're at today with competitive dance. Their links: https://www.instagram.com/chastahamilton/ https://www.chastahamilton.com/ This podcast is directed at artists, specifically dancers, looking to take their dancing to the next level. Each episode I'll have a different artist with a different background but all with one thing in common - they've elevated their artistry in one way or another. My hope is that this will inspire younger artists to keep pushing and also give you new ideas as to how you can turn your passion into a career. Online coaching, free resources and more available online: www.nsadance.com Comment, Like and Share and don't forget to follow us on all social media! https://www.instagram.com/artistswhoeat/

Keeping Dancer Media Safe - Jamie Hodgins - ICDR | No Starving Artists Podcast Ep. 70

Welcome back to the No Starving Artists podcast featuring Jamie Hodgins from ICDR - this is a part 2 with Jamie taking about ICDRs current position in competitive dance, how they want to help and clarifying some pushback. Their links: https://icdrdance.com/ This podcast is directed at artists, specifically dancers, looking to take their dancing to the next level. Each episode I'll have a different artist with a different background but all with one thing in common - they've elevated their artistry in one way or another. My hope is that this will inspire younger artists to keep pushing and also give you new ideas as to how you can turn your passion into a career. Online coaching, free resources and more available online: www.nsadance.com Comment, Like and Share and don't forget to follow us on all social media! https://www.instagram.com/artistswhoeat/

Jonathan Carone - Healthy Sports Parents | No Starving Artists Podcast Ep. 69

Welcome back to the No Starving Artists podcast featuring Jonathan Carone from Healthy Sports Parents. We talk about why parents push pressure on young athletes, where youth sports are heading and more!  Their links: https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparents/ This podcast is directed at artists, specifically dancers, looking to take their dancing to the next level. Each episode I'll have a different artist with a different background but all with one thing in common - they've elevated their artistry in one way or another. My hope is that this will inspire younger artists to keep pushing and also give you new ideas as to how you can turn your passion into a career. Online coaching, free resources and more available online: www.nsadance.com Comment, Like and Share and don't forget to follow us on all social media! https://www.instagram.com/artistswhoeat/

Kristina Cross & Brie Pena - Elevation on Tour | No Starving Artists Podcast Ep. 68

Welcome back to the No Starving Artists podcast featuring Kristina Cross & Brie Pena from Elevation on Tour. We chat about the beginnings of their business, challenges they faced and where they see things going from here.  Their links: https://www.instagram.com/elevationontour/ https://elevationontour.com/ This podcast is directed at artists, specifically dancers, looking to take their dancing to the next level. Each episode I'll have a different artist with a different background but all with one thing in common - they've elevated their artistry in one way or another. My hope is that this will inspire younger artists to keep pushing and also give you new ideas as to how you can turn your passion into a career. Online coaching, free resources and more available online: www.nsadance.com Comment, Like and Share and don't forget to follow us on all social media! https://www.instagram.com/artistswhoeat/