Dancing with the Local Stars Pro Dancers
Victoria Bernhardt is the Owner of Little Miss Green Thumb, your neighborhood plant shop and care clinic. She loves gardening and being around family and friends. When not talking to her plants, Victoria can be found at the beach with her boyfriend, Brooke.
Tiffany Booker is a Teacher at Muskegon Heights Academy and the Owner of Tiffany & Zo Candle Co. She is an avid sports lover, and football is her favorite sport, so if a game is on TV, she will be watching it. Tiffany has one daughter and enjoys playing games, camping and making family memories.
Chelsea Buck is a Bartender at Hobos Tavern, and she has a nine-year old daughter. Chelsea loves to fish and play volleyball, pickleball, and all kinds of card and board games. She is a major Michigan Wolverines and Lions fan and a reality TV junkie.
Lexie Carr is a Clinical Therapist at Sieradzki & Associates and the Co-owner of Rebels Health & Fitness with her boyfriend, Chad Fairfield. Their blended family includes their dogs, Luna and Ranger. Lexie is very passionate about fitness and health, both physical and mental, and she enjoys going out to eat - especially if there is live music!
Angela Corbin is a Music Teacher at North Muskegon Public Schools teaching elementary through high school, and is the Debut & Premier Strings Director for the West Michigan Symphony. She is married to Ryan, and they have two adult daughters. Angela plays the violin, sings, records, performs in a few local bands, and she enjoys live music, Broadway shows, art and travel.
Renae Crozier is a Nurse Practitioner and owner of Lake Point Family Medicine. Her private practice is centered on personalized, compassionate care, genuine relationships, and ensuring each patient receives the time and attention they deserve. Renae is married to her husband, Matt, and is a proud mom and grandma.
Susan Drust is a Family Nurse Practitioner and partner at Lake Point Family Medicine and is a lifelong Muskegon area resident. She is passionate about providing compassionate, personalized care, and she participates in Women for Health, a philanthropic organization that positively impacts the health and well-being of our local community.
Katie Dyer is the Co-owner of Glo Sun & Shades in Muskegon and is a licensed cosmetologist. She is married to Trent, and they have three children. She loves spending time with her family and taking trips together. Since she grew up playing sports, she now finds joy in watching their kids play. Katie loves taking photos and capturing treasured memories wherever she goes.
Kevin C. Foley teaches elementary music at Muskegon Public Schools. He resides with his girlfriend, Nancy Price, and their blended family of three children. Kevin has been an active member of the Muskegon Civic Theater and has twice been a judge for the Miss Michigan pageant. He enjoys hosting and playing live trivia and attending live concerts and Broadway shows.
Sandi Fortenbacher is a Realtor at Coldwell Banker. She and her husband, Dave, have a blended family of three sons, four daughters and seven grandchildren. Sandi enjoys running, biking, reading, tropical vacations and volunteering at the Mona Lake Boat Club.
Ashley Foster is the Senior Center Program Director at Four Pointes Center for Successful Aging in Grand Haven. She loves to hang out with her friends and family and is an avid golfer, reader, sourdough baker and Bravo TV fan.
Erin France is the Owner of Alchemy Salon by the Barber's Daughter and was a 2002 Miss Muskegon. She is married to Sean, a former DWTLS Pro, and they have three children. Erin is a founding member of the Muskegon Sustainable Business Collective, and she loves historical fiction, learning French on Duolingo and spending time with her family and their two dogs.
Zach Fricke is the Principal at Shelby High School and is the father of three children. He enjoys much of what life has to offer including backpacking and camping, sporting activities, beach time, billiards and bonfires. Zach especially loves being a dad and spending time with friends.
Gabrielle Gerlach is the CEO of the Muskegon YMCA. She is married to Andrew, and they have three children. Gabrielle enjoys reading a good mystery novel on the beach of Lake Michigan, paddleboarding, yoga, and hiking in national parks with her family.
Brisban Goulet is the Owner of Day One Wellness in Grand Haven. She is married to Oliver, and they enjoy spending time with their two fur babies. Brisban has a passion for women’s health and loves building people through mentoring and encouragement. She spent her childhood on the competitive dance stage and is ready to bring some fun to the dance floor.
Jennifer Herrington is the Executive Director at Baldwin House Senior Living-Lloyd's Bayou. She has three children and a partner, Benjamin. Jennifer enjoys encouraging and supporting her children as they pursue their passions, trying new foods, thrifting and antiquing and reading high-fantasy novels.
Jon Huizenga is a former mortgage and commercial banking professional and now is the co-owner of Third Stall Storage alongside his cousin and best friend. He has four adult children, and you’ll often find him on the golf course or traveling with his beautiful partner, Heather, creating new memories together.
Lori Johnson is the Owner of Balanced Books by Lori, LLC and is a member of Women’s Division Chamber of Commerce. She is married to Rick, and they have three children and three grandchildren. Lori enjoys golfing, knitting, modern line dancing and fun on Mackinac Island with her family.
Megan Johnson is the Principal at Orchard View Early Elementary School, a job she finds extremely rewarding. She is married to Matt, and they have two children. Megan is a former figure skater and coaches both of their children on the ice. She loves family time, boating, swimming, horseback riding, gardening and working out.
Jennifer Jordan is the Co-owner of Muskegon Outlet along with her husband, Robert. Together, they have a blended family of five children. Jennifer is a Yoga/Group Fitness Instructor at both Breathe & Believe Fitness and Lakeshore Dance Academy of the Arts. She loves spending time with her family exploring new places and the great outdoors and especially likes hiking and hanging out at the beach.
Tim Kelly is the Senior Engineering Manager at Cannon Muskegon. He is married to Selena, and they have two children. Tim is a big Formula 1 fan, and he enjoys traveling, going to the beach, watching sunsets with his family, cooking with his wife and trying new restaurants.
Travis Kraai is the Assistant Technology Coordinator at Whitehall District Schools. He is married to Sceone, and they have one daughter. Travis enjoys coaching middle school tennis and running the Whitehall summer tennis program. He enjoys family time by the pool and walking their dogs, Luna and Cheeto.
Riley Mack is an eight-time Emmy-winning Journalist at WZZM/13 On Your Side where she anchors breaking news in the morning and then hosts her evening segment, Something Special. She is married to Jacob, and they adore spending time with their 9-year-old dog, Ivy Jean. Riley loves to run, is learning to play drums and electric guitar and bakes endless treats for friends and coworkers.
Daniel Manino is the Owner and Operator of Elite Ground Management, LLC. He is the father of one son and is recently engaged to his beautiful fiancée, Sharon. Daniel loves spending time with family and friends, traveling, working out, attending Detroit Lions games, exploring new places, and going to concerts and comedy shows.
Jeannie McClain is a retired Para Pro at Fruitport Schools. She coached Fruitport soccer for 34 years and currently coaches a U11 Fruitport Fury girls select team. She is married to Garrit, and they have three adult sons. Jeannie is an avid biker and hiker, who loves camping, backpacking, going on girls’ trips, and having fun times with her family.
Joe McClernan is an Account Executive at Transnation Title Agency. He is married to Mara, and they have two daughters. Joe loves playing golf, watching stand-up comedy, golfing and spending as much time as possible with his family and friends.
Liz McCoy is the Business Development Specialist at CarePatrol-West Michigan Lakeshore. She is married to Glenn, and they have two amazing adult children. Liz loves to antique/flea market, decorate and entertain, and is happiest when spending time with her friends and family.
Jeannie McClain is a retired Para Pro at Fruitport Schools. She coached Fruitport soccer for 34 years and currently coaches a U11 Fruitport Fury girls select team. She is married to Garrit, and they have three adult sons. Jeannie is an avid biker and hiker, who loves camping, backpacking, going on girls’ trips, and having fun times with her family.
Joe McClernan is an Account Executive at Transnation Title Agency. He is married to Mara, and they have two daughters. Joe loves playing golf, watching stand-up comedy, golfing and spending as much time as possible with his family and friends.
Liz McCoy is the Business Development Specialist at CarePatrol-West Michigan Lakeshore. She is married to Glenn, and they have two amazing adult children. Liz loves to antique/flea market, decorate and entertain, and is happiest when spending time with her friends and family.
Dr. Christie McKinney is a Physician and the Owner of Stillwater Rehabilitation Medicine. She is married to Kyle, and they have three children. Christie loves gardening, spending time on the boat and being a sports mom to their three kids. She enjoys pushing herself outside of her comfort zone to see where it takes her.
Richard McPherson is the Director of Development at Muskegon Community College. He has a 12-year-old son and is married to Phil McPherson. Richard is a dedicated art collector and avocational artist. He is a creative professional who enjoys people, coffee, good conversation and appreciation of the beautiful scenery of Michigan.
Brandon Meier is a Dance Instructor at Lakeshore Academy of the Arts. He is married to Sarah, and they have one daughter. He is a hobby farmer and raises livestock and makes his own maple syrup. Brandon enjoys motorcycle rides, fall hunting, and all things outdoors.
Lori Miller is a Hairstylist at Salon Ohana and the Owner of Autumn Oak Boutique. She is married to Matt, and they have two daughters. Lori is the Vice President of Dynamic, the competitive dance team booster club at Lakeshore Academy of the Arts and the coach of their daughters’ cheer teams at Mona Shores Youth Club. Lori enjoys gardening, golfing, and time with family and friends.
Tiffany Dupont Novak is the Development Director at St. Cecilia Music Center. She is married to Tyler, and they have one son who they are glad to be raising in west Michigan. Tiffany volunteers with several Muskegon arts organizations, and she is grateful to share this experience with her sister, Coach Brittany!
Ethan Reynolds teaches physical education at Fruitport High School. He is married to Katelyn, and his dad, Luke, was a Community Star back in 2015. Ethan likes hanging out with his wife and family, playing spikeball at the beach, golfing, playing slow pitch softball and traveling.