Phil is a Financial Advisor at Thrivent, where he’s approaching his 10th year helping clients achieve their goals while giving back to their communities. Originally from Huntingburg, he and his wife, Chelsea, will celebrate nine years of marriage this year. They have three daughters: Callie (10) and twins Reese and Rylan (7). When the weather’s nice, you’ll find Phil’s family golfing or enjoying time at his in-laws’ lake cottage. A devoted Indiana Hoosiers fan, he also volunteers at his local church and school, currently serving as Chair of the School Board. His dance roots go back to childhood, performing in lip sync and dance competitions as the Village People and the Beach Boys. Introduced to Easterseals by friends, Phil has enjoyed attending their events over the years and has loved getting more involved.  

Lydia is a participant in the Transitional Day Program at Easterseals NEI. She lives in Fort Wayne with her mom, dad, brother, sister, and her dog, Ruby. Lydia has worked at the Holiday Inn, Peg Perego, Lincoln Life, and Parkview, and she loves volunteering with local food drives and church outreach. A lifelong dancer, Lydia spent seven years in tap and ballet and has a special love for ballroom dancing. She adores singing along to musicals and talent show videos, and she loves wearing sparkly, twirly dresses while dancing.