Cricket Sloan combines business leadership, program management, and a deep commitment to the dance community. She has been active in four dance communities that have called Presence Studio home, giving her unique insight into its role and value. With five years of nonprofit financial management experience as a school bookkeeper, she brings both organizational and fiscal expertise to her leadership as President of the Board.

Renna Fir brings a decade of community organizing experience and proven leadership, including serving as Lead of the Relations Circle at the Lookout Arts Quarry. As a Registered Dance/Movement Therapist, Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and small business owner, Renna offers strong interpersonal skills, deep Presence Studio community roots, and a strategic vision essential for effective board leadership.

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Sherry Helde is the Director of A Loving Space Preschool and has spent 25 years building supportive, collaborative educational communities. A dancer in the 5 Rhythms and Open Floor communities for over two decades, she brings deep commitment to embodied practice, exceptional communication skills, strong organization, and a thoughtful presence to her role as Secretary.

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Chris continues to fall in love with Bellingham- the salt water, the islands, the mountains, our own private volcano, and the community,  Our vibrant arts and dance scene enriches lives, energizes the city, and bring people together.  Chris is excited to join the board of Presence Studio and helps ensure that dance continues to thrive in our community.  He brings enthusiasm and technical expertise from a long career in software, including running a consulting business, and looks forward to supporting the studio and its mission as treasurer.