Kara has worked at Old National Bank for over eight years and serves as Executive Assistant to the Fort Wayne Market President. Originally from Defiance, she’s lived in Fort Wayne for 11 years with her husband, Brice, and their daughter, Madden. A lifelong dancer, Kara started dancing at age four and continued through college at Manchester University, where she was captain of the dance team for two years. She also participated in band, choir, show choir, and theatre. While it’s been over a decade since she performed, she now enjoys being a dance mom and watching Madden grow in her love of dance and gymnastics. Kara is an avid reader, finishing over 165 books last year, and she’s deeply involved in her community. She has served on the board of The Literacy Alliance since 2018, mentors as a school lunch buddy with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, and supports local initiatives like Easterseals through partnerships and sponsorships. She believes in creating inclusion and opportunity for everyone in the community. 

Jude is a student at Homestead High School and is set to graduate next year. After graduation, he hopes to work somewhere like the YMCA, where he can meet people, stay active lifting weights, and enjoy playing basketball in his free time. At Homestead, Jude is an enthusiastic member of the “Champions Together” dance team, performing at school games and preparing for a performance at the IHSDTA state championship this year. When he’s not dancing, he loves shooting hoops or relaxing at home with video games. Passionate about dance, Jude is excited to partner up and, together with his experienced partner Kara, put on a fun and memorable performance.