Kristen Faith Sharpe is an award-winning entrepreneur, marketing executive, author, speaker, and lifelong dancer with a career spanning business development, brand strategy, social media marketing, nonprofit leadership, and community engagement.

She is the Founder and CEO of Boss Babe Networking, an award-winning social media agency, and Founder of Boss Babe Academy. Throughout her career, Kristen has built communities globally.

She is leading Anthem into its next era, strengthening its position as a destination for adult dance, events, creativity, and community in Colorado Springs.

And yes, she plans to make it a little bossier.

Blake Jackson brings more than a decade of experience in food, beverage, hospitality, and guest service to her role as Director of Events. Her passion for hospitality comes from creating meaningful experiences around the many reasons people gather. With a background spanning restaurant operations, catering, event service, leadership, and entrepreneurship, Blake brings both an operational and creative perspective to every event. She is excited to create memorable experiences while helping grow Anthem Live Studios as a space where people come together.

Clarque Thompson is a passionate and dynamic dancer who has been moving to the rhythm of life since she could first use her body to express herself. Growing up as a member of the Millennium All Stars Dance Team, she developed a strong foundation that propelled her into creating her own choreography and evolving as an artist.

Over the years, Clarque has trained in a wide range of styles including belly dancing, ballet, hip hop, jazz, contemporary, and heels choreography. Her unique movement style blends these dance styles  into a powerful and expressive fusion, reflecting her belief that dance is the art of turning movement into emotion.

As an award-winning choreographer, Clarque has worked with competitive dance teams, helping them achieve success while also earning opportunities and grants to travel and perform her work. Beyond accolades, her mission is rooted in impact—she is deeply committed to empowering and liberating every student she teaches.

Originally from New Brunswick, Canada, Marie-Christine (MC) trained in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary, and hip-hop. In 2008, she auditioned for the first season of SYTYCD Canada and got her golden ticket to attend the finals in Toronto. With over 20 years of experience teaching dance, she enjoyed sharing her passion in various dance studios across Canada. After moving to Colorado, she joined the Kinect Dance Collective (KDC) and trained with the professional dance company for two years. She is the owner and choreographer of Rhythm and Flow offering drop-in dance classes for adults.

Emily Behling began her dance journey in 8th grade, competing with her dance team throughout high school and into college, where she performed and competed at events including NDA Nationals. Today, she coaches a competitive pom team, performs with Kinect Dance Collective, and is a member of Denver-based 86x68 Dance Crew. She has also had opportunities to choreograph and perform for both local and Los Angeles-based artists.

As a contemporary and jazz funk instructor, Emily blends athletic movement with emotional storytelling while creating a supportive, encouraging environment for adult dancers. Her classes focus on musicality, grounded technique, performance quality, and authentic expression, empowering dancers to challenge themselves, build confidence, and reconnect with their love of movement.

Karina is a dancer, choreographer, and instructor with over 20 years of training and performance experience. Her background spans ballet, jazz, hip hop, jazz funk, heels, and contemporary, with much of her training rooted in Miami, FL, a city known for its vibrant dance and entertainment scene. Throughout her career, Karina has trained alongside industry dancers and choreographers, continually expanding her versatility across styles and performance settings. Her professional experience includes auditioning for NBA dance teams, where she advanced as a finalist, as well as serving as a lead choreographer for dance studios and schools. She has also performed on screen, appearing in a music video featuring Gente de Zona and El Chulo. After relocating from Miami to Colorado Springs, Karina has continued to pursue her passion for dance as an Advanced Heels instructor at Anthem Live Studios, where she combines her extensive training and performance experience with her love of empowering dancers to move with confidence, intention, and individuality.

Patricia Cook is an award-winning fashion and costume designer, singer-songwriter, author, and pageant coach with a passion for helping others shine both on and off the stage. As the owner of The Queen Bee Academy + Designs, she has earned multiple national Best Costume awards and was recently honored with the Global Beauty Award for Best Stylist. Patricia is also the co-founder of Conquer The Crown, where she mentors titleholders in confidence, interview skills, branding, and stage presence.

A published author, accomplished vocalist, and songwriter, Patricia brings a unique blend of creativity, performance experience, and leadership to every opportunity she is involved with. She is passionate about recognizing talent, authenticity, and the courage it takes to share one’s gifts with the world. As a Model Coach, Patricia is honored to celebrate and encourage the next generation of performers, leaders, and dreamers.

For the last 20+ years, Tashana “TK” Kelly has performed, instructed, and inspired on an international level in almost every genre of dance. Using dance as a catalyst for mental health advocacy, TK infuses body positivity into every aspect of her work. From choreographing headlining concerts to theatrical performances all across the United States, TK has become a pivotal visionary along Colorado’s Front Range, continuing to bring to life the visions of regional artists and organizations.