Twinkle Star Dance Podcast

Gina Chanos I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda Scott

Gina Chanos shares how her background in retail influences the brand identity and elevated customer experience she creates for her staff, dancers, and families at her boutique dance studio in a small town. She reveals how “the little extras” make a big impact—from unforgettable first impressions during trial classes to spotlighting her adorable performing pixies throughout the local community. Plus, discover how adding a Dancing Holiday Magic show and Nutcracker Sweet helped grow her studio and deepen family engagement.   Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda Scott Guests: Gina Chanos  Executive Producers: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda Scott Editor: Sophie DeWorken Connect with Twinkle Star Dance: https://www.twinklestardance.com/ [https://www.twinklestardance.com/] Connect with Twinkle Star Dance Academy: https://www.twinklestardancers.com/ [https://www.twinklestardancers.com/]

Stephanie Holleran I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda Scott

Stephanie Holleran shares her philosophy on giving people a chance while being intentional about hiring, training, and knowing when it’s time to move on if someone isn’t the right fit for your business. She discusses how 70% of her staff uses the Twinkle Star Dance program, and how the balance of clear structure and fun creates consistent, measurable experiences across all of her classes. Stephanie also offers practical insights into building a strong schedule by surveying parents to identify the best days, times, and class offerings for her community. Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda Scott Guests: Stephanie Holleran Executive Producers: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda Scott Editor: Sophie DeWorken Connect with Twinkle Star Dance: https://www.twinklestardance.com/ [https://www.twinklestardance.com/] Connect with Twinkle Star Dance Academy: https://www.twinklestardancers.com/ [https://www.twinklestardancers.com/]

Erin Boyd-Jellison I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda Scott

The Twinkle Star Dance podcast welcomes Erin Boyd-Jellison as she shares her inspiring journey from growing up dancing in her mother’s studio to fulfilling her dream of becoming a Rockette. After a successful professional career, Erin returned home to carry on her family’s legacy and lead the studio into its next chapter. She reflects on the mindset and discipline that helped her achieve her goals, both onstage and in business. Erin also reveals how positive reframing has become a powerful tool in transforming her studio’s culture and supporting her dancers. Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda Scott Guests: Erin Boyd-Jellison Executive Producers: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda Scott Editor: Sophie DeWorken Connect with Twinkle Star Dance: https://www.twinklestardance.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblExSVVKYS1rSG1GdThTYzM4WURFVUxMaUpfd3xBQ3Jtc0ttSDdDQ0tVOGNoQXcweVBlSFJCVDBSM2hsbHV1VkhJaVozdTFfMElqV1MzbUc5MWVFalZoU2NZNHA4c29rWFUwb2VoNjNodmM5RXZUUFRJQlNFeUFBTmQxZzROUWxBcjNuQXpsbmctb2lWZ19LRmw5aw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.twinklestardance.com%2F&v=nlRm3_5nvAU] Connect with Twinkle Star Dance Academy: https://www.twinklestardancers.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFZvSXR0UmJPd09TNWU5dTBqdm9tMVV1bWh4Z3xBQ3Jtc0trOUR0RDNtZURxTlJ0c1pRaGFxZnBoMWQ1R09nOHN6TkVLZFZVQWZELXB4OFNmeWcwcW8weHRXVjNxSkZZelJSbllHLTVFVzFxc3NTN09YQmtpSE9HRTk3MEo2a2lPWVpLbU9xMGt3YjVQOXA3YzEwOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.twinklestardancers.com%2F&v=nlRm3_5nvAU]

Mea Pangia I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda Scott

Mea Pangia joins us to discuss her 23-year journey as a studio owner and the mindset that has carried her through every challenge. She reminds us to release the negativity of a few passionate parents and redirect our energy to the dancers and families who value and believe in what we offer. Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda Scott Guests: Mea Pangia Executive Producers: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda Scott Editor: Sophie DeWorken Connect with Twinkle Star Dance: https://www.twinklestardance.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVlwU2c5ODk5dEd0dC15V2tsN2djUkZ2TF9BQXxBQ3Jtc0tuMlp2ZFFrQkpVdDMtNE1kdzNmUi1OUTFycFFWOWhEWlVBMDFyNThMVUtyOUE5Mmt6bDl3VlN0aHRxMmlyNVdtY29sR2pzcmtyd3MyZUp3MU5XRnlCY0lhX0tfV3dBampNRDlkNDhlejBlVjhVTUp5RQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.twinklestardance.com%2F&v=q5GqcK5jO7w] Connect with Twinkle Star Dance Academy: https://www.twinklestardancers.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbk1ScEt5SkhlSUtocUE5YThCc2thRnlZbTRYd3xBQ3Jtc0tuV1d6eGlGVDYyQkFlTERCbnVGM05acmVTeW1UZWpwQ0ZjZWplT3RsRElZZXZ1V2V3LURzaDNoRDVDOU5sOVlBV093UFpoSERncGtpSUFJb1RuUTFlUU41c3NITHVLY2VDb0tlVTJlbkdLX0tTelNBOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.twinklestardancers.com%2F&v=q5GqcK5jO7w]

Stefanie Valentine I Twinkle Star Dance Podcast with Tiffany Henderson and Amanda Scott

Stefanie Valentine joins the show to discuss her evolution through multiple roles in the dance industry and what ultimately led her to franchise ownership. She opens up about rebuilding her studio, scaling rapidly to 300 dancers, and how Twinkle Star Dance has transformed her operations, leadership, and community impact. Host: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda Scott Guests: Stefanie Valentine Executive Producers: Tiffany Henderson, Amanda Scott Editor: Sophie DeWorken Connect with Twinkle Star Dance: https://www.twinklestardance.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXVOenZoWk84dTJ6YlVibUpqMWt1SXE1dVFDd3xBQ3Jtc0tscVlmcW9yWmN3NzhNSGJST2JBcVRrVG1GRlJKeGZEcG0yWWJCQ011UUtITG5sOGVpd1VDUUZnU3oyTC1xNGFZdFZRTnMwLUpsZ2VDNU1jakNyNlFXU2U3Qkw2QkRxaGh3Y1Fzd1lpS0R0RTV1cVo5Yw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.twinklestardance.com%2F&v=IMvRIJZ77zg] Connect with Twinkle Star Dance Academy: https://www.twinklestardancers.com/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEMtb2tiNVFIemZ3QnlOTHRqeFlzMlhPT05HQXxBQ3Jtc0tsNFRvSktEUi16RnQzTThRQWhfRVBLWXB3QXUxV28yVFRNdDFDUkswM0U1czB2RXpuR05tX0Jhc3hvVkZGeTROQjBzenBzZWdNNTJOeXNhazRLdS1RT0FRWGRqSG5rcTROaHZCSUY4YWk3UEZaQnl0MA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.twinklestardancers.com%2F&v=IMvRIJZ77zg]