Our Mission:
The Georgia Ballet is a non-profit organization committed to inspiring the public through professional ballet performance, unparalleled dance training and meaningful community outreach. We are continuously growing to meet the needs of the community while fulfilling our reputation as an outstanding arts organization.
Our Values:
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Artistic Excellence: Upholding the highest standards in ballet performance and dance training.
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Education: Providing unparalleled dance training to nurture talent and inspire passion for the arts.
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Community Engagement: Fostering meaningful connections through impactful outreach programs.
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Inclusivity: Growing to meet the diverse needs of the community and ensuring accessibility to the arts.
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Innovation: Continuously evolving to maintain relevance and uphold the organization’s outstanding reputation.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Sam Hensley, Jr.
Board Chair
Attorney
Bentley, Bentley & Bentley
Dawn McEachern
Senior Territory Manager
Pfizer
Don Parsons
Development Committee
State Representative
Chris Loope
CIO
BG Staffing
Annaka Woodruff
Tony Harris
Joy Johnson
Chris Harrison
Trustees Emeriti
Jean Hawkins
Partner
Hawkins, Moore & Cubbedge, CPA
W. Allen Separk
Attorney
Honorary Trustees
Babe Atkins-Byrne
Senator Chuck Clay
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
Alexa DeStefano, Executive Director
Daet Rodriguez, Artistic Director
Margit Peguero, Ballet Mistress
School of The Georgia Ballet
Ashleyanne Hensley, School Director
Kelsey Shackleford, Assistant School Director
Haley Schmitt, Assistant School Director
Marketing & Development
Monika Eisenheim, Director of Development and Marketing
Tim Kolman, Content Creator
Melanie Moore, Social Media Manager
OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
Ashley Eleby, Business Manager
Georgianna Hyde, Admin. Staff
Zachary Alsop, Admin. Staff
Courtney Lyerly, Admin. Staff
PRODUCTION STAFF
Nanaaba Eshun, Production Manager
Michael Carver and Wolfman Productions, Lighting and Technical Director