

Staff
- Stephanie Jojokian
- Amber Yancey
- Jamilla Keene
- London Myrick
- Shontal Snider
- Lucetta Furr-Snider
- Britney Olanrewaju

Stephanie Jojokian
Co-Founder
Stephanie is a Co-Visionary of the Capitol Movement Brand. Stephanie has been the director and main choreographer for the Redskins Cheerleaders since 2005.
Amber Yancey
Co-Founder
Amber Yancey is a Co-Visionary of the Capitol Movement Brand. In addition to her work with Capitol Movement, she is a Pilates Instructor for Club Pilates and also teachers barre, TRX, Interval Training, and more.
Jamilla Keene
Studio Manager
Jamilla Keene is currently Studio Manager for Capitol Movement, Inc. Since CMI’s inception in 2005 she has been involved with the organization, dancing with Capitol Movement Dance Company for 10 of those years.
London Myrick
CMI Kidz Director
London Myrick, trained and graduated from Duke Ellington School of Performing Arts with a major in Dance. She is very passionate about teaching young dancers throughout the DMV!
Shontal Snider
Adult Company Director
Shontal Snider is a founding member of the Capitol Movement Dance Company. She performed with CMI for 6 years. Shontal also founded her own dance crew, G.U.M. Crew and teaches in the DC, MD, VA area.
Lucetta Furr-Snider
Adult Company Director
Lucetta attended The Juilliard School of Performing Arts, The Joffrey Ballet School in New York. Lucetta’s talent for choreography has made her a valued member and instructor for Capitol Movement.
Britney Olanrewaju
Membership Director
Britney has been dancing with Capitol Movement since 2014, and has enjoyed being in the company for the last five years!
Leadership Council
Ashley Banek
Marketing Coordinator
As CMI’s Marketing Coordinator, Ashley combines her marketing and advertising expertise with her passion for dance to promote Capitol Movement’s mission and build better lives through dance.

Raeya Cobb
Social Engagement Associate
Raeya is currently a senior at Bowie State University studying Broadcast Journalism and Dance. She is extremely excited to be one of the Social Engagement Coordinators for the 2017-2018 dance season!
Sabina Monet
Social Engagement Associate
Sabina is currently a member of Capitol Movement Dance Company and Purge Dance Crew. She toured with Capitol Movement’s “Freedom Tour” to Africa and Bahrain sponsored by Armed Forces Entertainment.
Katrina King
Events Assistant Coordinator
Katrina is an actor, model, and aesthetic dancer. She is founder of the dance talent agency: King Empire Entertainment, LLC, and has choreographed and taught master classes in the DC, MD, and VA area.
Kristin Scalzo
Scheduling Associate
Kristen has been a part of the Capitol Movement Dance Company for three years, and currently serves as their Scheduling Coordinator.
Hilary Tone
Communications Specialist
Hilary is the Director of Communications for DC Public Schools, where she oversees digital communications for the district . She has been teaching and sharing her love of dance since 2005.
Eriana McCarley
CMI Intern
Eriana currently is an Intern at Capitol Movement where she assists the director of the CMI Kidz as well as volunteers in outreach programs to teach after school classes.
Board
Jamie Aguilar
VP of Federal Operations, The IQ Business Group, Inc.
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Natalie Carey
EVP, Dir. of Government, Solutions for Valiant Solutions, LLC
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Jeannie Fuglesten Biniek
Senior Researcher, Health Care Cost Institute
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Lisa Jacobson
Founder, Digital Game Changing
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Stephanie Jojokian
Co-Founder, CMI
Dir., Washington Redskins Cheerleaders
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Richard Mallon
President, Mallon Marketing, Inc.
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Rachel Mlinarchik
Senior Dir., CARE
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Travis Szabo
Director, Octo Consulting Group
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Amber Yancey
Co-Founder & Board Advisor, CMI;
Practitioner, Studio Pilates
Faculty & Choreographers
- "WildaBeast" Adams
- Victor Adebusola
- Joshua Allen
- Chloe Arnold
- Ashley Banek
- Sheila Barker
- Will B. Bell
- Adrain Bolton
- Tiffanie Carson
- Jason Cerda
- Alec Clawson
- Julika Cuffy
- Starr Deemer-White
- Teren Dickson
- Laura Edwards
- Devon Ramone Ellis
- Brittany Fegans
- Thomas Ford
“WildaBeast” Adams
Choreographer
Through his unique style of movement and love of choreography, Will has choreographed for artists including T-Pain, DJ Tiësto, and Colton B.
Victor Adebusola
CMI Faculty
Vic has recently taken on the full time role as a choreographer, dancer, and instructor in pursuit of his goal and dream of becoming a house hold name in the dance community.
Joshua Allen
Choreographer
Joshua danced at the Emmy’s, Jacob’s Pillow, and Six Flags, as well as the television shows Dance Club 21 and Dance 360, being crowned the winner of both shows!
Chloe Arnold
Choreographer
Chloe is an International Tap Star. She was seen on FOX’s So You Think You Can Dance as the winner of the dance crew battle with her company, Syncopated Ladies.
Ashley Banek
CMI Faculty
As CMI’s Marketing Coordinator, Ashley combines her marketing and advertising expertise with her passion for dance to promote Capitol Movement’s mission and build better lives through dance.
Sheila Barker
Choreographer
Sheila Barker has been an educator, choreographer and performer for the past dozen plus years in such places as Brazil, Japan, Mexico, Canada, Europe and across the USA.
Will B. Bell
Choreographer
Will is pursuing his career in commercial dance where he has worked with television and movie choreographers, and has had several dance videos go viral!
Adrain Bolton
Choreographer
Adrain Bolton is noted for training fine dancers who are now on scholarship with major dance institutions or dancing with major companies.
Tiffanie Carson
CMI Faculty
Tiffanie currently dances and acts as Assistant Director with Christopher K. Morgan & Artists. She has been a dance educator for the past 10 years traveling nationally and internationally.
Jason Cerda
Choreographer
Jason Cerda’s high-energy and gravity-defying choreography have made him one of the most memorable performers to come from the DC metropolitan area.
Alec Clawson
Choreographer
Alec in his own words is a “creative movement artist”. His passion for his craft and work ethic have put him front and center tackling multiple featured roles.
Julika Cuffy
CMI Faculty
Julika a member of Capitol Movement Dance Company, and teaches at New Hop Academy in Hyattesville, Maryland and is the Hip Hop teacher for the charter school DC Prep after school program.
Starr Deemer-White
CMI Faculty
Starr resides in NYC and is continuing her career as a member of Dynamic Rockers, Breakdancing Crew and iLuminate Dance. She is proficient in numerous styles of dance, both street and classical.
Teren Dickson
CMI Faculty
Teren’s choreography has been viewed by millions on Instagram, Twitter, and Vine. Teren thanks God for everything he has accomplished so far and looks forward to where dance takes him to next.
Laura Edwards
Choreographer
Laura has done it all. From the movie Step Up to America’s Best Dance Crew, and Britney Spears’ Circus Tour, Edwards isn’t stopping anytime soon.
Devon Ramone Ellis
CMI Faculty
In 2008 Devon trained at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater summer program. He teaches and choreographs for The Orange School of Performing Arts in Orange, VA and Polaris Dance Institute in Stafford, VA
Brittany Fegans
Choreographer
Brittany received a BFA in Jazz Dance Performance from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, and is diverse in all styles of teaching and choreography.
Thomas Ford
Choreographer
Thomas, known locally as “the next Savion Glover”, joined Dance Explosion where he studied tap, jazz, lyrical, ballet, hip hop, and taught and choreographed tap.
- André Fuentes
- Lucetta Furr-Snider
- Eddie Garcia
- Karla Garcia
- Lauren Garrett
- Gianinni
- Chris Hale
- Kyle Hanagami
- Danny Harris
- Kim Holmes
- Christina Jackson
- Jared Jenkins
- Krista Jennings
- Stephanie Jojokian
- Mark Kanemura
- Katrina King
- Nicole Kirkland
- Nicole Klett
André Fuentes
Choreographer
André has been providing dance moves for some of the industry’s biggest stars. His remarkable talent has developed him a broad international following.
Lucetta Furr-Snider
CMI Faculty
Lucetta attended The Juilliard School of Performing Arts, The Joffrey Ballet School in New York. Lucetta’s talent for choreography has made her a valued member and instructor for Capitol Movement.
Eddie Garcia
Choreographer
Eddie danced with Janet Jackson and did several world tours with Michael Jackson. Along with Chris Judd he choreographed the Jennifer Lopez Aint It Funny and I’m Real videos.
Karla Garcia
Choreographer
Karla was part of the top seven female dancers in season five of Fox’s So You Think You Can Dance. She has a BFA in dance from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts.
Lauren Garrett
Choreographer
Lauren has been a faculty member at Intrigue Dance Intensive for 6 seasons. Recently, she performed in an episode of “Atlanta” on FX produced by Donald Glover.
Gianinni
Choreographer
Gianinni went to the School of Performing Arts in Amsterdam and started studying more dance styles like ballet, jazz, contemporary, and musical theatre.
Chris Hale
Choreographer
Chris Hale began his career as director, choreographer, and teacher at The Hudson Valley Conservatory under the direction of Samuel E.Wright and his wife Amanda.
Kyle Hanagami
Choreographer
Kyle’s unique take on choreography and creative staging has earned him a spot as an in demand choreographer, having taught in over 50 countries.
Danielle “Danny” Harris
CMI Faculty
A member of CMI Pre-Pro for 2 years, Danny made her choreographer debut in the 2012 Movement of the People. Her unique style, detailed musicality, and upbeat personality make her memorable!
Kim Holmes
Choreographer
Actress, Liturgical dancer, Master Teacher, Choreographer, Founder and Artistic Director of the Universal Dance Movement, Kim has been in the field of dance for over 20+ years.
Christina Jackson
Choreographer
Christina is a commercial dancer, and has recently become a main dancer behind the upcoming artists O.C.A.D Music under the direction of Dana Foglia.
Jared Jenkins
Choreographer
Jared is a part of Rhapsody James’ Motivating Excellence Program, where he is receiving the training and tools to further his commercial dance career.
Krista Jennings
CMI Faculty
Krista teaches contemporary, jazz, and hip hop at various studios in the DC Metro area. She has also traveled as a judge and master class teacher for the last five years for various regional and national competitions.
Stephanie Jojokian
CMI Faculty
Stephanie is a Co-Visionary of the Capitol Movement Brand. Stephanie has been the director and main choreographer for the Redskins Cheerleaders since 2005.
Mark Kanemura
Choreographer
Mark Kanemura was a finalist on FOX’s hit television show So You Think You Can Dance and continues to return to the show as an “All Star”.
Katrina King
CMI Faculty
Katrina is an actor, model, and aesthetic dancer. She is founder of the dance talent agency: King Empire Entertainment, LLC, and has choreographed and taught master classes in the DC, MD, and VA area.
Nicole Kirkland
Choreographer
Nicole’s choreography talent is apparent in both community and industry dance. She choreographs for hip hop companies GRV, Gravy Babies and immaBEAST.
Nicole Klett
CMI Faculty
Nicole is Director of Programming for Capitol Movement, and Director of the Pre-Professional Company. She is also co-founder and Artistic Director of The Movement Studios based in Springfield, VA.
- Ej Lee
- Leeco
- Dawn Linares
- Luam
- Manwe
- George Marcos
- Brandi McAleese
- Jamile McGee
- Aurelia Michael
- Brice Mousset
- Chris Munar
- London Myrick
- Joseph Nontanovan
- Kelly Owens
- Adam Parson
- Monica Polk
- Tony Powell
- Emma Presing
EJ Lee
CMI Faculty
EJ continues to make his mark in the dance world as he pushes the boundaries of mastering both classical and hip hop dance genres. He traveled with CMI to Italy and Turkey to perform and teach classes.
Leeco
Choreographer
Leeco is the winner of the Greek SYTYCD. Leeco booked the Michael Jackson Immortal World Tour by Cirque du Soleil and is currently on tour with this production.
Dawn Linares
CMI Faculty
Dawn’s top priority as a dance educator is to stress the importance of technique and proper body placement. She inspires the artist inside each student while she challenges them to make every movement count.
Luam
Choreographer
Luam aggressively follows her dreams in dance/choreography and also teaches master workshops and performs with her crew on stages and screens all over the world.
Manwe
Choreographer
Since performing in his first music video at the age of fifteen, Manwe has worked with artists such as: Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson, Liza Minelli, Destiny’s Child, Debelah Morgan, and Amerie, to name a few.
George Marcos
CMI Faculty
George has traveled extensively on the east coast teaching his own pieces at various studios, as well as assisting major choreographers.
Brandi McAleese
CMI Faculty
Brandi is professionally trained in ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hip-hop, tap and musical theater and has received training in ballroom dancing, tumbling, acting and singing.
Jamile McGee
Choreographer
Jamile was a dance major at Wright State University where he excelled in ballet, modern, lyrical, and jazz. Jamile teaches workshops and master classes.
Aurelia Michael
Choreographer
Aurelia is currently working on a second project with members of the world-renowned company Cirque du Soleil, and works as a certified NCSF Personal Trainer.
Brice Mousset
Choreographer
A versatile talent with an eclectic career, born in France, Brice Mousset has danced in prestigious musicals, operas, concerts, TV shows, fashion shows, and with companies throughout the world.
Chris Munar
CMI Faculty
Chris works with studios in the DMV area including C-Unit Studio, Mid-Maryland Performing Arts Center, and American Dance Institute. He loves to share what he has learned from great dancers, mentors, and friends.
London Myrick
CMI Faculty
London graduated from Duke Ellington School of Performing Arts with a major in Dance. She is very passionate about teaching young dancers throughout the DMV!
Joseph Nontanovan
Choreographer
Joseph is a universal artist, currently specializing as a dancer, instructor, choreographer, and artistic director. He strives to help dancers find and articulate their own voice.
Kelly Owens
Choreographer
Kelly is currently a member of the Capitol Movement Dance Company and a dance instructor for Agency 9. She has danced and sang in 6 Capitol Movement Concerts.
Adam Parson
Choreographer
Adam is a respected teacher and choreographer, having traveled the world setting pieces and teaching classes. He is also the Artistic Director for the Commonality Dance Company.
Monica Polk
CMI Faculty
Monica teaches and choreograph for numerous companies including Capitol Movement, while traveling the country continuing her own dance training.
Tony Powell
Choreographer
Dubbed “a 21st Century Renaissance Man” by the Washington Post, Powell is a choreographer, composer, painter, sculptor, photographer, filmmaker, graphic designer, and writer.
Emma Presing
CMI Faculty
Emma has taught workshops and choreographed for various organizatoins. Her choreography is a fusion of contemporary and hip hop that is rooted deeply in musicality and groove.
- Ayanna Quandar
- Amanda Rambler
- Tim Roberts
- Neil Schwartz
- Garen Scribner
- DuJuan “DJ” Smart
- Shontal Snider
- Bethany “Peanut” Strong
- Latonya Swann
- Courtney Thurston
- Hilary Tone
- TOKYO
- Gigi Torres
- Dejan Tubic
- Tony Tzar
- Zachary Venegas
- Rebecca Weiss
- Cartier Williams
Ayanna Quandar
CMI Faculty
Ayanna has studied at institutes such as The Alvin Ailey School and The Rock School for Dance Education. She continues to follow her dream while educating the younger generations by teaching dance.
Amanda Rambler
CMI Faculty
Amanda found her passion for dance growing up in the DC area. Wanting to continue developing passion in young adults Amanda joined the faculty of Capitol Movement in DC.
Tim Roberts
Choreographer
Tim has been teaching in the DC metro area for over 15 years. His experience stems from both dance and theater, and teaches and choreographs for high school and college dance teams.
Neil “Dradle” Schwartz
Choreographer
Neil has been part of such companies as Dynamic, Culture Shock DC, and CMI Company. He encourages dancers to always “live your dreams, follow your heart, and above all be true to yourself.”
Garen Scribner
Choreographer
Garen is a former soloist with the San Francisco Ballet and artist of Nederland Dans Theater I. He went on to star on Broadway and in the National Tour of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS as Jerry.
DuJuan “DJ” Smart
Choreographer
DJ has received remarkable reviews for his performances and choreography in magazines and newspapers. He continues to study, perform, choreograph and teach around the world.
Shontal Snider
CMI Faculty
Shontal Snider is a founding member of the Capitol Movement Dance Company. She performed with CMI for 6 years. Shontal also founded her own dance crew, G.U.M. Crew and teaches in the DC, MD, VA area.
Bethany “Peanut” Strong
Choreographer
Bio coming soon ….
Latonya Swann
Choreographer
Currently on tour with Gwen Stefani, LaTonya Swann began her dance career as a member of the Jr Washington Redskins All Star Dance Team, and with CMI, training in hip hop, jazz, ballet, and contemporary.
Courtney Thurston
Choreographer
Courtney was featured on the hit TV show “So You Think You Can Dance” season 10. She shares her passion for dance by traveling the country choreographing and teaching.
Hilary Tone
CMI Faculty
Hilary is the Director of Communications for DC Public Schools, where she oversees digital communications for the district . She has been teaching and sharing her love of dance since 2005.
TOKYO
Choreographer
Due to TOKYO’s background in martial arts his approach to dance movement, philosophy, and teaching is very unique and has been received and loved by many.
Gigi Torres
Choreographer
Gigi is a worldwide instructor, sharing her knowledge and love for dance from the East Coast to the West Coast and overseas in Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, and Australia.
Dejan Tubic
Choreographer
Dejan is leaving his mark on the dance industry, teaching master classes to professional dancers. With an incredible presence online, Dejan has changed the way dance is looked at when it comes to social media.
Tony Tzar
Choreographer
Tony likes all kinds of music and is currently working as a hip hop and house instructor at Debbie Reynolds, International Dance Academy and EDGE Performing Arts Center in Los Angeles.
Zachary Venegas
Choreographer
Zachary Venegas is a young and innovative dancer/choreographer paving his way to leave a legendary mark in the dance industry. He also adds his youthful and dynamic twist through his choreography!
Rebecca Weiss
Choreographer
Rebecca Weiss is a dancer, choreographer and educator in the Washington area. She is currently a company member, board member, and teaching artist for Jane Franklin Dance.
Cartier Williams
Choreographer
Cartier – Hoofer, Choreographer, Filmmaker and Performer – He is a student of The New York Film Academy. He has performed with Super-DJ Chew FU at The Palms Hotel/Resort in Las Vegas.