Meet the National Board of Directors

Ellie has known Elizabeth Graham and Natalie for most of her life. She loves Natalie’s spirit, fire, and  intelligence. Ellie was impressed that these sisters were on a mission to impact the community so she wanted to be the hands and feet of the organization. She was thrilled to have the opportunity to coach the Divas because she wanted to  give back to Natalie and her friends. By coaching such a special group, Ellie believes she promotes the idea that everyone is truly a part of the community. Ellie says that the reason she is so honored to coach these dancers is because  "they have passion and spend time simply loving others which is   really deep concept that most people spend their lives trying to understand." 

Kaitlyn became involved with the Dancing Divas and Dudes in January 2019 after moving from Colorado. She volunteers as an assistant coach at practices and performances with the girls, as well as helps plan extracurricular activities for the team in the community. She says that "seeing the Divas and Dudes is always the highlight of her week. From dancing their way through practices, to shining brightly on stage, there is never a shortage of smiles or hugs at Diva events! It has been such a blessing to be part of a program that encourages inclusion and embraces ability".

Grace Nevin graduated from Purchase college in 2018, where she received a BA in psychology. She works full time at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in the Education department and part time at varies dance studios around Nashville. She is honored to be a coach of the Dancing Divas and Dudes; dancing with the girls is the best part of her week. She loves working with this team because the studio is always full of smiles, joy, and kindness.

Maddy Grace Hunter serves as the Director of Communications for the Alabama Chapter of Dancing Divas and Dudes. She has always loved working with kids but has never had the privilege of working with kids with special needs. She previously worked in a restaurant at Disney World and she had so many encounters with kids and young adults with special needs. She received recognitions for standing out and helping  them and just treating them like normal guests because they are. She says that serving on Exec is such a rewarding experience and she wants to be a part of that in a big way!

Mary Simpson serves as the Co-Director of Activities for the Dancing Divas and Dudes. In this role, she works with Elizabeth Vann to create and align activities for individual team members and their buddies, as well as whole group activities— creating the aspect of what a true family is. She is so excited for what is to come in Alabama by bringing even more joy and inclusivity to the community as a result of Dancing Divas and Dudes. She is so excited to work with staff, the Divas and Dudes, and all of those in between who come together to make this year and this organization so great.