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2026 NDEO Election Results

We are thrilled to annouce the results of our rescent election for the NDEO Board of Directors and Advisory Council. This year's election brought forth a nexceptional roster of candidates, each committed to advancing our mission and strengthening the dance community. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected members and express our deepest gratitude to everyone who participated. With this dynamic team, we look forward to an inspiring term filled with impactful initiatives and continued growth for our organization.

All terms will begin January 1st, 2027.

Elected Board of Directors Positions 

Secretary Board of Directors - Southeast Board of Directors - Southwest

Elected Advisory Council Positions

Dance & Disability Development Student Initiatives Graduate Student Rep Undergraduate Student Rep

Board of Director Positions:

Secretary - Cara Lavallee

The Recording Secretary attends all Board, Advisory Council, and Executive Committee meetings, keeps accurate minutes and records, and preserves NDEO's archives.

Cara Lavallee

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Board of Directors - Southeast - Quan Powers

The Board of Directors - Southeast represents Delaware, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia. They govern NDEO by setting policy and strategic direction, overseeing financial and organizational stability, liaising with the Advisory Council and committees, and attending regular Board, Advisory Council, and committee meetings while submitting reports to leadership.

Quan Powers

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Board of Directors - Southwest - Tiffany White

The Board of Directors - Southwest represents Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah. They govern NDEO by setting policy and strategic direction, overseeing financial and organizational stability, liaising with the Advisory Council and committees, and attending regular Board, Advisory Council, and committee meetings while submitting reports to leadership.

Tiffany White

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Advisory Council Positions:

Dance & Disability Advisor - Rachel Repinz

The Dance and Disability Advisor chairs the Dance & Disability Committee, driving initiatives that increase representation and access for dancers, educators, and students with disabilities through conference programming, journal collaboration, and NDEO-wide inclusion efforts. 

Rachel Repinz

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Development Advisor - Leighann Kowalsky

The Development Advisor leads the Development Committee to grow NDEO's financial resources by cultivating donor relationships, launching fundraising campaigns, and advancing the organization's development strategy in collaboration with other leaders.

Leighann Kowalsky

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Student Initiatives Advisor - Rayven Armijo

The Student Initiatives Advisor develops programs tailored to collegiate student members. 

Rayven Armijo

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Graduate Student Representative - Lóri Fejes

The Graduate Student Representative advocates for the interests and needs of graduate student members. 

Lóri Fejes

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Undergraduate Student Representative - Caitlin Garcia

The Undergraduate Student Representative advocates for the interests and needs of undergraduate student members. 

Caitlin Garcia

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