Announcing the 2025 KAR Productions Dance Competition Educators Summit
KAR Productions is proud to announce the return of the KAR Productions Dance Competition Educators Summit, taking place July 28–29, 2025, at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas.
Now in its third year, this exclusive, invite-only event brings together studio owners and dance educators from across the country for two full days of community, collaboration, and innovation.
What Is the Educators Summit?
The Dance Competition Educators Summit is not a typical industry conference—it’s a high-level, curated gathering designed to bring educators and competition producers together in the same room.
This summit is an opportunity to share ideas, give honest feedback, and learn from fellow studio leaders and the executive team at KAR Productions. From small studios to major programs, this event values every voice in the room.
Event Highlights
Welcome Mixer – July 28
An evening of casual networking with a hosted bar, light bites, and photo ops. Attendees will meet the KAR executive team and fellow studio owners from across the country.
Summit Day – July 29
Held at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas, the full-day experience includes:
Networking Breakfast + Table Discussions
A full breakfast buffet with themed discussion tables hosted by:
- Michelle Colon and Joy Alvarez (high-performing studio leaders)
- Jocelyn Basham (Dancers Against Cancer)
- Raymon Ashley & Meghan Swan (multi-brand discount strategy)
CEO Open Mic with Rick Noah Lands
A collaborative conversation where studio owners shape the 2026 season through live feedback and open dialogue.
Sessions & Panels
- Belinda Gallegos, LMFT: Managing stress, burnout, and leadership at your studio
- Michelle Soutier: Building your studio brand and local impact
- TASK Judge Panel: Reflecting on 2025 judging trends and previewing updates for 2026
Interactive Roundtables & Think Tank
Small group discussions covering retention, studio growth, marketing, and community building.
Closing Remarks & Group Photo
Final reflections from the KAR team and a collective photo to mark the experience.
Special Night Out: Mystère by Cirque du Soleil
To close out the summit, all attendees will receive complimentary tickets to Mystère at Treasure Island for a night of world-class entertainment and celebration.
Who Can Attend?
This is a private, by-invitation-only event for active KAR Productions studio clients.
There are no registration fees, and all travel and hotel accommodations for selected studio owners and one guest are fully covered by KAR Productions.
Apply to Attend
Think your studio should be in the room?
NOW CLOSED
Spots are limited and fill quickly.
Why This Matters
The KAR Productions Dance Competition Educators Summit is more than an event—it’s a commitment to growth, transparency, and partnership.
By bringing together the minds and hearts behind the industry, we can continue to create competitions that reflect the real needs of today’s dancers, parents, and studio leaders.
We’re not just planning a season—we’re shaping the future of dance.
