Our Staff

Jeff founded Ensemble Music Schools in 2019 as a passion project that promised to combine his hobby as an amateur musician with his professional background in investing. Starting with just one school in Louisville, CO, Jeff’s vision was to build a best-in-class administrative platform that would equip local community music schools to thrive in the […]

Jake is a professional drummer, semi-professional cellist, and former music-industry business manager whose time at the helm of several small commercial media businesses led to coming onboard with Ensemble in 2019. As Chief Operating Officer, Jake is involved in all areas of the company, but especially those related to Shared Services, Ensemble’s comprehensive suite of […]

Deb Taylor is a seasoned financial executive with over two decades of experience leading financial strategy and operations across global manufacturing, private equity, and family-owned businesses. As Chief Financial Officer at Ensemble Performing Arts, she applies her expertise in financial planning, risk management, and operational efficiency to drive sustainable growth and value creation. Throughout her […]

Misty founded her dance studio, Misty’s Dance Unlimited, LLC, in 1999 out of a passion for teaching and inspiring the next generation of dancers. She extended her vision to include helping studio owners develop best management practices by building More Than Just Great Dancing!® in 2012 and the Youth Protection Association for Dance in 2022. […]

Ron has been rocking the sax and all things music since he killed it with his 4 th grade talent show’s version of the Carpenters hit- Close to You. He studied Music Theory with a business concentration at Glassboro State College and shared stages with jazz greats Louis Bellison, Gerry Mulligan and Ubie Green. The […]

Mandy Yip is a leader in dance education and curriculum development, currently serving as a senior executive at Ensemble Performing Arts, where she oversees multiple business units, including Acrobatic Arts, Prodigy, The Dance Team Convention, and Accelerate Acro Convention. As the founder of Acrobatic Arts, Mandy revolutionized acro training worldwide, growing the program to include certified teachers in over 70 countries, […]

As General Counsel, Alan is a trusted advisor providing practical legal solutions across Ensemble’s operations. Having been shaped deeply by years of music lessons, Alan was thrilled to join Ensemble in 2022 and empower its network of community performing arts schools to develop the next generation of performing arts students. Prior to joining Ensemble, Alan […]

Martin’s enthusiasm towards Ensemble’s team, mission, and culture inspired him to join the company in 2023 after several years working in finance. With past experience advising corporate executives on strategic transactions across many industries, including media and entertainment, Martin leads the company’s acquisition processes, oversees our business development team, and assists with special initiatives and […]

Dave Simon owned and operated a music school for 17 years in St. Louis. He sold his business to spend more time with his family and focus on licensing his group music curricula for younger children. Dave is also the host of the podcasts Music Lessons and Marketing which teaches music school owners how to […]

Originally from the New Orleans, LA area, Amie Nunez is a lifelong musician and ballet dancer. She earned her degree in Entertainment Industry from the University of Southern Mississippi, which laid the foundation for her career in the arts and business sectors. Amie owned Groove House, a performing arts school in Hattiesburg, MS, for 8 […]

I never knew a job like this existed, so I was instantly interested in a place that merges finance with music-related schools. Having worked in finance in the entertainment business for years but also taught voice and guitar lessons, I feel fulfilled to have jumped aboard this steady moving freight train called Ensemble! Hopefully my […]

Steph Smith joined the Ensemble Team in October 2023 after connecting with Deb Taylor, current CFO. Steph’s musical background is singing camp songs in Girl Scouts and listening to her favorite CDs, but she leaped at the chance to support the people with musical talent and performing arts abilities. Steph serves as a Staff Accounting […]