Meet Our Board of Members
Stephen L Kaiser
President
Stephen is passionate about building a vibrant dance community.
Debbie Calabrese
Vice President
Deb spent the last 34 years with Verizon where she rose to lead a National Sales team and became known for her strong leadership, strategic mindset and commitment to excellence. After retiring from the corporate world, Deb chose to reinvent herself- returning to her creative roots and building a second career centered on passion, beauty and service.
Today Deb is the owner of Staging for Profit LLC, a thriving interior design and home staging company, as well as a Commercial and Residential Realtor for Comey and Shepherd. Her work acumen with her natural artist talent, helps clients transform their spaces and elevate the value of their business and homes.
But beyond business and design, Debs true love is music and dance. For more than 20 years, she has been a competitive pro-am dancer embracing discipline, artistry and pure joy that brings dance to life. Now Deb is excited to give back- sharing that joy with her community and inspiring others to move, express and connect through dance. Come join us!
Emma Smith
Secretary
Emma is a recent graduate of Miami University, where she began her ballroom career on their competitive ballroom dance team and was treasurer for two years.
She loves to compete in both International and American styles and is always excited to learn any dance socially.
Outside of dance, Emma is an HR Generalist at Cincinnati Animal Care, supporting those who care for animals.
She is excited to continue her ballroom journey as secretary of the USA Dance Cincinnati Board.
As secretary she hopes to engage the Cincinnati dance community through strong communication and outreach and welcoming events.
Brenda Karr
Treasurer
I have been dancing for 12 wonderful years and remain deeply committed to the growth and sustainability of ballroom dancing in the Tri-State area. I have proudly served on the USA Dance committee for six years, including two years as Vice President and two years as President.
In my current term, I serve as Treasurer, continuing my dedication to supporting and strengthening our dance community.
Before retiring, I spent 45 years in the medical field, including 33 years in hospital settings and 12 years in clinical trial research as a Quality Assurance Manager.
This extensive professional background has shaped my strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence.
Outside of dancing, I enjoy traveling, hiking, attending concerts and Broadway shows, and watching fireworks. I am also passionate about giving back to the arts and have volunteered at both Music Hall and the Aronoff Center for over 10 years.
Menyan Cheng Seibel
Member
Menyan (May) Seibel is an avid competitive Ballroom dancer for 27+ years, she also enjoys West Coast Swing and Chinese Classical Dancing. She has been on the USA Dance Cincinnati board since 2019, scheduling monthly dance instructors etc., and served as the Vice President of USA Dance Cincinnati #2006, 2023-2025. Out of dancing, she has been working for Procter & Gamble for >31 years, currently as a Sr. Information Scientist for the IP protection and development of the Oral Care business.
Brynne Menkhaus
Member
Brynne Menkhaus is a medical student at the University of Kentucky’s Northern Kentucky Campus in Newport, KY and has been dancing since the age of 12.
She is a dedicated competitive American Rhythm Lead and International Standard Follow, as well as an avid social dancer who loves being part of the broader dance community.
She supports USADance Cincinnati through music coordination and social media and can be found on most dance floors around the tristate area!
Mary Lyn Fledderman
Member
Mary Lyn Fledderman has been dancing since she was a little girl. In the early 2000s, she began partner dancing through West Coast Swing and expanded her passion into ballroom dancing, loving the music, movement, and dressing up for special events.
For more than 15 years, Mary Lynn has been the glue of our dance community, connecting over 1,000 local dancers and keeping everyone in sync through weekly venues and parties.
Her dedication continues to spread the joy of dance and bring people together.
Shaahid Noor
Member
Dancing became a big part of my life in 2020, and I've been passionate about competitive ballroom and Latin styles ever since. My background in competitive soccer brings extra energy and focus to every dance. Outside dancing, I work as a professor at Northern Kentucky University.