Those of us who were lucky to have someone see something in us long before we saw it in ourselves know how impactful it can be. We are thrilled to highlight some of those stories and honor some of the OG heroes.
April Alsup
That would be my high school drama teacher, John Lee. He was the first person to really see my talent for storytelling and to recognize that theatre was where I belonged. After I graduated, he introduced me to Craig Martin, a technical theatre professor who became another key influence. Read more>>
Randy Rude
My Wife, best friend and soul mate Bustie Beaker. She has supported me and followed my dreams from music to professional wrestling to burlesque. She is also a burlesque performer that shines every time she touches the stage. Even when I fell like the world does not want me to be who I am, she stands up and says just how amazing I am. Read more>>
Bryan O. Rojas-Araúz
It’s hard to say any one person in particular because there have been many people how supported me and helped me become who I am today. If I have to pick a single interaction it would be Dr. Joseph White, the Godfather of African American Psychology, and one of my mentors. I met Dr. White at the first conference I had ever attended. Read more>>
