2008
As a singer, I “Thomas Augusto” never considered myself a "dancer." During an auditioning process for the Road to MENUDO Reality Show, the skill I lacked the most was dance. I then met Micaela, because I was frantically searching for a way to become a dancer, essentially in 2 weeks. After, literally, one class I was up and moving in coordination better than I ever have! Since then, I got involved in the Orizon program, which gave me excellent fundamental skills as an Entertainer, Dancer and know as a Performer. Resulting from all of my dance lessons with Micaela, I went on to make it to Road to Menudo, and also become one of the 15 finalists on MTV's Making Menudo! Without the help of Micaela, I literally wouldn't have gotten through the 2nd round of auditioning! The Orizon program is an awesome program that really caters to the culture of basically everyone! The mix of culture and musical styles is a great way to expand your horizons and become an all-around dancer. Micaela is an excellent teacher, and I'm a living proof! (I started out with 2 left duck feet) The Orizon program is great for any age group, ethnicity, or gender, whether you're a performer, or if dancing is just a hobby! I owe a lot of my personal success to Orizon for loosening me up and making me the dancer I am today.....and more to come!
Thomas Augusto –Arlington, TX
www.myspace.com/thomasaugusto
thomasaugusto.events@gmail.com
Entertainer and Performing Artist
Tatiana Romero -Business Manager
romero.t08@gmail.com
2008
Micaela is a motivating, inspirational coach and energetic leader & advocate.
These are just a few words that I think describes Micaela. But, I think Micaela is definitely much, much more. Don’t take my word though. You have to see her and take her classes to experience for yourself.
I am blessed to know such a beautiful, talented, and gifted soul. Even though our backgrounds are very similar… professional cheerleading, competitors, martial artists, and fitness professionals, I found that I learned so much about myself because of her. Because her background and experience is so vast, I asked her to choreograph my fitness routines. Now even though I am a trained dancer, the funny thing is I didn’t feel I was a hip-hop or funky girl that would be able to do the skills or tricks needed for a fitness routine. After Micaela, I not only can call myself a hip-hop, funky girl, I can do a lot of things that I only dreamed of doing AND do now with confidence. She helped me find my strength and motivated me to not only confidently execute her choreography, but because of her, I have a few titles under my belt. The Midwest Fitness America Pageant Champion and ESPN2 Fitness Champion are just a few of the many titles I have held.
I have traveled miles to meet Micaela, trained with her, and take her classes. And I know that I will continue to do the same whenever I can, wherever she goes. Her classes are a great workout for my body but being in her presence is so uplifting for my soul!
Orizon and Micaela are a perfect TOTAL package.
For me, what now…many things… one of them are soon to be black belt in karate!!!!
Thank you Micaela!!!
Lorrie Insisiengmay -Minneapolis, MN.
lorrieonlocation@hotmail.com
Producer/ Host/ Fitness Professional/ Voiceover Performer/ Actress/ Model/ Martial Artist
“Lorrie On Location” lorrieonlocation.blogspot.com
“Buddhism A Closer Look At The Lao People and Their Culture” www.filmbaby.com/films/2008
“BMA Video Hits Collection” www.blackmusicamerica.com
2008
Words cannot express the unbelievable experience that I had working with Micaela. It was April of 2007 when I met with Micaela and asked her to please work with me on my first Fitness competition. At that time I had been competing in the NPC Figure division for about 3 years and was frustrated with my placing and felt that I needed to try something new.
It had been many years since I had been in dance, gymnastics, or cheerleading, so all this was completely foreign to me! This was going to be a challenge for Micaela given her amazing talent and the caliber of clients she had come accustomed to working with. Thankfully she took me on and in 2 months she had Choreographed a National Level 1st place Fitness Routine! I won Jr. Nationals in Chicago on June 2007 and later that year in November 2007 I earned my very own Pro card at the NPC Nationals.
Micaela’s talent and ability to create such amazing work goes without saying, but I must say that it is her beautiful uplifting peaceful spirit that makes her so special and invaluable to the industry. Without a doubt I know that I achieved my dream because of her extraordinary gift she bestowed upon me as well as her enduring faith and belief in me and my ability!! So I thank her for that and she will always hold a special place in my heart as well as be a huge inspiration! I simply love her!!
Traci Redding –Dallas, TX.
tracireddingt@yahoo.com
www.myspace.com/traciredding
IFBB Fitness Pro
2008
The Orizon Soul class presented by Micaela was amazing! The OPT (Orizon Performance Team: Destani & Souk) dancers were inspiring, talented, and real. The music from around the world struck a cord with everyone attending the class, and you could see each individual light up when their favorite type of music came on. The class had something for everyone from young at Heart to the back of the room with two left feet. There were smiles and joy spreading from corner to corner in the room that day, great cardio workout, and most importantly it was phenomenally fun! Orizon identifies the heart and embraces the soul, and we all would love to see them back in the Downtown Minneapolis YMCA. Hopefully, very soon than later!
Sam Hargraves -Minneapolis, MN.
Downtown MPLS YMCA
SHargraves@ymcampls.org
Fitness Director
612-371-8749
2008
I want to send a deep and well deserved thank you to Micaela. I have been competing in Fitness for 5 years and went through at least 4 different choreographers; never truly feeling comfortable with their
routines. Micaela puts her heart and soul into creating that perfect routine for each individual’s style. The first year working with her, I won my pro card and had the best feedback than any other year! Micaela is so much more to me, a true inspiration and friend who influences every person she comes in contact with.
I feel very blessed to have met someone so talented, driven and beautiful inside and out. I would not be where I am today without her. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Susan Groshek –Dallas, TX.
www.fitwithsusan.com
susan@fitwithsusan.com
IFBB Fitness Pro
2008
Life Time Fitness –Chicago, IL.
Thanks Again Micaela, your class was great!!!
Breea
Breea Rayner
Group Fitness Department Head
Life Time Fitness Bloomingdale
455 Scott Drive | Bloomingdale, IL 60108
630-582-4100 | 630-283-4265 direct
I am the new coordinator for Life Time Fitness, Bloomingdale. I heard absolutely wonderful things about you from the Life Time Fitness members that went to the Orizon program the last time you were in Chicago and wanted to extend an offer to you. Whenever you are in town, please let me know so that I can make arrangements for you to lead a class. Thanks! –Elaine
Eliane Shin
Department Head - Group Fitness
Life Time Fitness Bloomingdale
455 Scott Drive | Bloomingdale, IL 60108
630-582-4100 | 630-283-4265 direct
2007
“We at the Dallas Concilio loved having Micaela Brigida and ORIZON perform for our ˇVive tu vida! Get up! Get moving! Hispanic Health Fair and Family Celebration. The combination of dance and culture was truly beautiful and inspiring. The child dancers provided a great example for our audience of how easy it is to engage our own children in physical activity and ensure their health. The additional vocal performance by Thomas Bracho added a festive touch, with ORIZON providing wonderful choreography.
“The entire team was nothing but patient and kind, even with scheduling changes during the event. They all were full of energy and gave a show that the entire family could enjoy. Micaela has instilled the idea of giving back in all her dancers, and it shows during their powerful performances.”
Angie M. Gonzalez
Business Manager
agonzalez@dallasconcilio.org
500 North Akard, 11th Floor Dallas, TX 75201
tel: (214) 818-0481
fax: (214) 818-0485
www.dallasconcilio.org
2007
Orizon Performance Team, with Micaela Brigida as Artistic Director, has been a wonderful addition to our South Dallas Dance Festival and the Dance for the Planet 2007 (South Dallas Dance Showcase).
They were able to represent a thrilling mix of various cultural styles and pull it off with great panache at the festival. And then, in the showcase, even without a mic – what an exciting, riveting and beautiful presentation!
It was indeed a pleasure, for us and the audience, to have them join us.
Loris Anthony Beckles
Executive Director of ARGA NOVA DANCE
arganovadance_21c@yahoo.com
Coordinator of the South Dallas Dance Festival.
www.BecklesDancingCompany.org
2007
Network Events, Inc. was thrilled to have Micaela Brigida, c/o Orizon-Combat & Soul and the Orizon Performance Team participate in the 7th Annual NBC5 HealthFit Expo in Dallas, TX.. Micaela’s carefree, confident style mixed with her passion for dance and her welcoming attitude has earned her many fans at the NBC5 HealthFit Expo. We hope she will participate again in 2008. The steps may look difficult but she really makes it easy to learn them. If I can do it, anyone can! I would highly recommend Orizon -Combat & Soul for any Fitness Enthusiast! Give it a try & see how much fun it really is!
The Orizon Performance Team that evening united all the spectators as well as performers through their Motto: Many Cultures…One Style. The choreography and audience participation exuberated their motto into the eyes of everyone that watched.
Margie Smith
msmith@networkevents.tv
www.networkevents.tv
Director, Exhibitor Services
Network Events, Inc.
2007
The DFW International Festival of Directors was delighted to include ORIZON among our "Best of Dallas" performers in the 2007 Dallas International Festival at the prestigious Majestic Theatre. Their spirit and energy was a great addition to the festival performances this year. The audience was deeply engaged with Orizon through the never before held audience participation workshop that they led during intermission.
The Orizon Performance Team that evening united all the spectators as well as performers through their Motto: Many Cultures…One Style. The choreography and audience participation exuberated their motto into the eyes of everyone that watched.
Anne Marie Weiss-Armush
AnneMarieWeiss@dfwinternational.org
President, DFW International Community Alliance
Southern Methodist University
2007
SMU Fitness is proud to have Micaela Brigida, c/o Orizon, as part of our Group X program. Micaela has transformed our basic cardio hip hop classes. She has tied flavors of salsa/meringue, Tahitian, and belly dancing, and blended them with hip hop to create a fantastic hybrid workout. Micaela’s hi-energy, non-traditional group fitness classes have taken SMU students out of their boring old workout slums and gotten them shaking their rumps, dumping their inhibitions, and sweating their rhythm-loving hearts out! Huge thanks to Micaela for her commit to driving all the way to Southern Methodist University twice a week at 9pm to give our night owls a workout worth staying up late for. Micaela has raised the bar for other instructors; she is a professional in every sense of the word.
Brook Dabbs, M.Ed.
bdabbs@smu.edu
Fitness Coordinator of The Department of Recreational Sports
Southern Methodist University
2007
I, Mrs. Paulette Davis, have been taking part in fitness classes
for the better part of 25 years. As an active person, I have always
looked for aerobics classes that kept me motivated and enthused
about continuing to have fitness as apart of my everyday life.
After taking a vacation trip to Dallas and experiencing Orizon,
I have finally after 25 years found an aerobics class which gave
me an excitement to get up and go. So much so that I thought that
it was a necessity to share that experience with other people
back home in the Bahamas. Orizon traveled to the Bahamas in November
2006 and taught the Orizon Soul and Orizon Combat at three different
facilities. The responses to the classes were overwhelming and
everybody who participated in the classes embraced the experience
with open arms and was left craving more. I am honored to have
had the opportunity to arrange for Orizon to teach in the Bahamas
and I can not wait for their return.
Paulette
Davis -Bahamas, Nassau
amouraffairs@yahoo.com
President
Bahamas Event Planners
Jeff
Rahming - Bahamas, Nassau
jeffarahming@hotmail.com
Bahamas Health Clubs
2007
Orizon is a fresh new innovative company that encompasses every
aspect of pure spirit. I have seen the company perform at numerous
events including the American Heart Association's Heart Walk,
South Dallas Dance Festival and an Orizon Master Class participant.
Not only does the company perform various genres of dance they
perform various styles of fitness and martial arts. In every performance,
Orizon provides the audience with energy, knowledge, and a beautiful
experience of diverse cultures. Orizon is unique in its approach
to sharing and reaching its consumer, because it was created as
a movement for humanity. I truly believe that Orizon strives to
bridge the gap that we as humans have created between ourselves.
One can see it in an Orizon performance that includes Afro-Brazilian
martial arts, classical Indian Dance, and hip-hop or in another
performance that may include elements of fitness, Latin, and traditional
Arabic concepts. I look forward to seeing Orizon grow and become
a pioneer not only for dance, fitness, and martial arts but for
humanity.
Lela
Bell -Dallas
lela_bell@hotmail.com
Dallas Dance Council, Southern Methodist University Dance Artistic
Director, The Dallas Opera Company Member and Actress/Model
2007
I, Teresa D. Marcano (Freelance Writer- Al Dia Newspaper), joined
Life Time Fitness in March and soon I discovered Micaela's Orizon
Soul classes at the Plano facility. Micaela's cardio/dance classes,
known as Hip Hop and Latin Fusion at Life Time, are without a
doubt the most exciting, innovative and culturally diverse cardio
workouts the gym has to offer. She emits such vibrant, contagious
energy that her class (the Latin Fusion one particularly) feeds
off her dynamism and I have personally witnessed it come alive,
literally.
Micaela
creates such an encouraging and fun atmosphere that members of
all ages join her class and eventually let go of their insecurities
while in the studio. Her carefree, confident style mixed with
her passion for dance and welcoming attitude has earned her many
fans at the gym that have also befriended her. As one of her loyal
ones from the group, I follow her when she teaches at other facilities
(near and distant) and have attended some of her special events
and public performances. One such event included a master class
held at the Plano Life Time location in which she included a performance
by elementary students she had worked with. It turns out that
besides inspiring and motivating us adults, she also has heartened
the lives of children by volunteering her time teaching and mentoring
them.
Micaela
is among the few people I have known to display such vigor and
passion for what she does and tries to keep a positive attitude
despite any obstacles she encounters along her path. Life Time
Fitness is blessed to have her as an instructor. I can only wish
we had more of her classes there and that we could enjoy her Orizon
Combat class as well. Micaela is certainly a very valuable asset
to our health club or any corporation for that matter. She is
a remarkable individual and I am very fortunate to have met her.
Teresa
D. Marcano- Dallas
Teresa_Marcano@yahoo.com
Freelance Writer/Educator/Plano ISD
Al Dia Newspaper (Belo Corp.) www.aldiatx.com
Published through The Dallas Morning News Co.
2006
Dear Jo (Lifetime Fitness GM): I am a relatively a new Lifetime
Fitness member. I want you to know you have a treasure in dance
instructor Micaela Brigida. I live for her Friday 4:30 pm Hip
Hop & Saturday 1pm Salsa classes and have told no less than three
dozen non-members about the classes. I have lived in NYC, London,
Moscow, Boston, Washington, D.C. and points between and have searched
in each one of these cities for the highest caliber dance class
that offers a truly global mix of music. The fact that Micaela
can bring not only high energy (yet attainable) hip hop ... but
blend it in with belly dancing, salsa, East Indian, Lebanese and
offer it to members in North Dallas/Plano suburbia is truly remarkable.
I
hope you will recognize her for the outstanding service she provides
us as members and I encourage you to continue to host the 'Orizon
-Combat & Soul' special event she had a couple of weekends ago
featuring exceptional children from a public school in Oak Cliff,
a rap artist from Chicago, and talented dancers from across the
U.S.
You
are lucky to have Micaela and I feel lucky to attend her classes.
Her classes are the primary reason why I stay with Lifetime Fitness.
-Shamsy Raye, Gigi
Thank
you Gigi!
I agree Micaela is awesome. I hope we can get her on our schedule
more! I hope you keep enjoying the Club!
Sincerely,
Jo
Cullen -PLANO/FRISCO
JCullen@LifeTimeFitness.com
LifeTime Fitness GM
2006
Micaela Brigida has created two new innovative fitness classes
"Orizon -Combat & Soul" which allowed NBC 5 to view & televise
first hand. As a consumer the moves seem difficult but she definitely
makes it user-friendly to follow so that young & old can embrace
these two energetic classes. While Micaela is instructing her
class she's just not teaching, but motivating you to take yourself
to the highest level when it comes to Martial Arts or Dance. I
highly recommend Orizon -Combat & Soul for any Fitness Enthusiast
or even that someone that just wants to let go and have fun while
working out!
Denise
Petty -DALLAS
Denise.Petty@nbc.com
Planning Editor NBC 5/KXAS-TV
2006
Latina Magazine (May 2006 Issue)
"The Best Advice I Ever Got"
Never Take no for an answer. Always dream big. Hear from Micaela
Brigida one of the four high-powered Latinas that was chosen across
the United States to be published on the words of wisdom that
helped her get ahead, as told to Vanessa Juarez.
"When
I was 6, my dad worked as a Janitor at a doctor's office so my
sister and I would often go along and help him out. At first we
worked for free. Then we realized that kids are age received an
allowance. So we started asking for money. He'd laugh and say,
'Here's your money now go away!' Even though we were supposed
to be cleaning, sometimes we'd play. Whenever my dad caught us,
he'd say, 'If you want money, you're supposed to work, not play.'
Maya Angelou also inspired me. In her book Heart Of A Woman, she
writes, 'Life loved the person who dared to live it.' Because
of that line, at 19, I left Oklahoma and moved to Chicago. In
my new city, I got involved in Martial Arts and danced professionally
for the NBA Chicago Bulls. Two years ago, I moved to Dallas to
be closer to my Family. Now I own my own fitness company that
fuses martial arts & dance into two different class formats: COMBAT
-capoeira, tae kwon do, boxing drills & ending with tai chi and
SOUL- hip/hop, Latin America & Lebanese. None of this would have
happened if I hadn't listened to my Dad & Maya. -Micaela Gutierrez-Brigida,
CEO of Orizon in Dallas"
Patty
Lamberti -NEW YORK
www.Latina.com
Article Editor
2006
Micaela, we are so fortunate to have someone of your caliber on
our Theatre Professional staff. You have been an inspiration to
the after school & Community Youth Programs here in Texas: Dallas,
Ft. Worth, Oakcliff, Pleasant Grove and etc. We here at Teco Theater
appreciate all your hard work & dedication. Our staff looks forward
in doing business with Orizon in the many years to come. Your
Energy & Wisdom is what has allowed us to schedule (contract)
your company to so many highly recommended programs in our DFW
region. Thank you again for your time, patience and creativity
that you bring forth to our Theatrical Production -Dolores Godinez.
Teresa
Coleman Wash -OAKCLIFF
www.tecotheater.org
Executive Director
2005
Micaela has been a wonderful asset to our program here at the
TELOS Performance Center. Her passion for fitness and commitment
towards continuing education is rare and is what makes her such
a valuable instructor. As an Instructor for Telos she has an incredible
level of energy and enthusiasm for her classes and is also known
for her extra attentiveness to form and proper biomechanics. We
are proud to have her as part of The Elite Team Of Dallas -TELOS
PERFORMANCE CENTER.
Everett
Aaberg - Dallas
eaaberg@telosperformancecenter.com
ACE, ACSM, CSCS, CIPT, MAT, NASM, RTS
Co-Owner & Director of Fitness Services- TELOS Performance
Center
Louise Bunnell - Group Fitness Director
lbunnell@telosperformancecenter.com
2005
Micaela Brigida has been the Main draw of “entertainment”
at our U.S. Midwestern based Fitness America, Ms. Bikini, Musclemania
Bodybuilding, ModelAmerica show for 3 years standing. Her progressive
exchange of dance allows our audience some intense & upbeat
movement to keep the show flowing & interesting to watch-we
are all about keeping people’s eyes on the stage to see “what’s
next”. I see an amazing spirit and faith as she conveys her
message thru her own movement, her group’s emotions on stage
& the “story” you get engrossed in called the “performance”.
I BELIEVE in Micaela, therefore I have written this to express
my strong feelings of gratitude to her for assisting in our fitness,
health & bodybuilding productions live entertainment aspect.
She has over-provided for our needs and given us a gift.
Thank
you Micaela,
Stacy
Stengel –Milwaukee
stacy@wtbp.net
Milwaukee Fitness America Pageant Promoter & Judge, Milwaukee
Ms. Bikini Promoter, Milwaukee Musclemania Promoter, Milwaukee
Swimsuit America Promoter, Milwaukee ModelAmerica Promoter, Current
Hydroxycut Television & Print Model, Ms. Bikini/ModelAmerica
competitor and NYC & Canada WNSO Promoter
2005
Micaela has helped me improve my fitness routine from a 19th place
standing to fifth place in one year.
Her energy and creativity are just what I needed to bring my routine
to a competitive level.
While working together, Micaela was able to take my skills and
abilities and teach me additional skills to become better.
She taught me skills in martial arts, dance, strength and performance.
Micaela's organization and attention to details created a wonderfully
choreographed routine from beginning to end.
Not only was she patient working with me, the routine was entertaining
and very precise.
She did everything from costume design, music selection and choreography.
Micaela has definitely been what I needed to excel in my sport!
Thanks
Micaela for all you are!
Jenny
Williams Ermish -Dallas
jenny@getitfit.com
Women’s Tri-Fitness Champion, Oxygen & WTF Fitness Cover
Model and Fitness Pro
2005
I've known Micaela for over five years and in that short time
I've seen an amazing growth and transformation that can only be
described as miraculous. She shared with me her dream of designing
a business in fitness - a total fitness experience (Mind, Body
and Spirit). Her passion was evident but there was much work to
do. I had the chance to see her work first hand while I was producing
one of many reality television shows (Los Angeles, New York, Chicago
-all across America, Europe, Canada, Mexico and etc.) that I've
done in my 10+ years of experience. Micaela was selected and hand
picked out of the thousands that had auditioned to appear on one
of many reality television shows I've produced. She is a finely
tuned athlete with a tireless spirit dedicated to helping others
achieve physical and spiritual well being. It didn't take long
for me to believe in her and everything she wanted to do. Five
years later Micaela has brought us Orizon. She is a shining example
to future entrepreneurs and children that hard work and focus
equal success. She is an inspiration to me and to many others
I know. I'd follow her into the heart of a lava-flowing volcano.
She's that hot.
Jubba Seyyid -Los Angeles
jubba-seyyid@comcast.net
Director/Producer
Fox Television
2005
As I stood on stage at the Ms Fitness World Competition this year
-2005, I could not help but think of the one person who has worked
relentlessly to help me get there. You (Micaela) have put your
heart and soul into my choreography and I truly appreciate the
gift you have given me. It is not often you find someone in the
industry that has the contagious enthusiasm and dedication you
have. The professionalism and standards you exhibit are rare.
You have worked tirelessly over the past five years to pull the
performer out of me and I truly appreciate all you have done.
You are a true motivator (LEADER of your Time) and dedicated professional!
Thank you for all you are, all you have given me, and for helping
me grow in so many ways.
You
are the BEST!
Cara
Kokenes -Chicago
CKokenes@OptimusSolutions.Com
International Fitness Competitor
INBA World Champion, MS. Fitness Nationals & World, Triple-A
Fitness Champion, Fitness America Pageant Nationals & Universe
and NPC
2003
Micaela is a model employee, appearing at every event on time
and filling in with very short notice for models that were unable
to attend an event. Micaela excelled as an ambassador for ESPN
Chicago and our clients. Her quick smile and naturally upbeat
personality made her one our most requested Spokes Models. She
treated each person she encountered (client's staff or listeners)
as if they were the most important person in the room. Micaela
was strongest while working a room or event. She made sure to
interact with as many people as possible, signing autographs,
or just getting someone to laugh. Micaela Brigida has worked under
my (Eric Tetens) supervision as an ESPN' Fuegos Spokes Model since
2000 to 2003. Her responsibilities included; posing in three consecutive
ESPN Fuegos Swimsuit calendar, designing costumes to be used for
our appearances (Chicago Bears games, Runway and etc.) and representing
ESPN -Chicago at numerous events to include; The Walter Payton
Golf Classic, Chicago White Sox Games & Cubs, Chicago Bears
games and our black tie charity function "Decades of Dominance"
to celebrate the storied legacy of Chicago Bears middle Linebackers
featuring Dick Butkus, Mike Singletary and Brian Urlacher. Overall,
Micaela is a very outgoing, conscientious and dependable employee.
I certainly believe she has what it takes to make a wonderful
addition to any organization she may choose to consider.
Eric
Tetens -Chicago
eric.d.tetens@abc.com
Director of ESPN Events
2003
Micaela -Thank you so much for teaching here at The University
of Central Oklahoma (Wellness Center) during the summer semester.
You did a phenomenal job and the students loved your classes.
Good luck to all your Present & Future endeavors. You are
a great person, hardworking and a positive influence to be around!
You are always welcomed here at The University of Central Oklahoma
-UCO Wellness Center. Thanks again :
Danielle
Dill -Edmond, OK
ddill1@ucok.edu
Group Fitness Director
The University of Central Oklahoma
2003
For the past three years, choreographer Micaela Brigida (assisted
by: 2002 Tony, Angela, Jeanette, Tammy and Regan / 2003 Allegra
and Hillary) has groomed the FAP contestants in a 3 minute, Opening
Production Dance Performance. With just 4 hours of practice/rehearsal
the day before performance. She separated the competitors based
upon their athletic skills including dance, gymnastics, acrobatics,
cheer or just aerobics. Then, with some sweat and relentless practice,
the skilled groups were combined and like the stroke of a wizard's
magic wand, the synchronized dance performance came to life. This
FAP (Fitness America Pageant Nationals & Universe) tradition
started back in 1991 and has become a hallmark of the event. There
have been many choreographers representing hip/hop, cheer, classic
dance and other disciplines. Micaela brings to the stage a unique
combination of dance talent based upon her commercial and performance
experience. Currently, she teaches dance in Dallas, appears in
many television commercials and is an active Mentor speaker (Hip/Hop
Workshop) for the Inner City Kids and Youth programs.
"Micaela you are definitely a rarity of your kind. You have
brought forth of what a true professional should exuberate. I,
Lou Zwick greatly appreciate your efforts and dedication. Hopefully,
you will be available again this year!"
Lou
Zwick -Redondo Beach, CA
zwick@asntv.com
The Fitness America Pageant (creator & founder)
American Sports Network, Inc.
2002
I just wanted take a minute and say "THANK YOU" for
all your efforts in making 'La Maquina Musical' so successful
in Miami, Florida. During, our big bash event I received several
compliments on your costumed designed outfits for our venue. Micaela
you should be proud of your accomplishments. I'm very glad you
are on the team. Thanks again for your continued professionalism
and dedication.
Nick
Aguirre -Miami
aguirre.nicholas@mbco.com
Marketing Manager
2000
Micaela Brigida has worked for the Operating Room (OR) department
at Lutheran General Hospital for nearly two years. During that
time, she has had a significant impact within the department.
She quickly learned the nuances of her position, assimilated very
easily into the department and was soon a favorite of her colleagues.
OR can be quite complex, demanding and requires good technical,
great communication skills, and often incredible patience. Micaela
possesses all of these attributes and practices them with a smile.
In addition, she interfaced very well with the physicians, nurses
and other OR medical staff. She is a dedicated, hard worker who
is reliable and concentrates intensely on the task at hand. Her
input and suggestions have led to many improvements in the overall
function of the department. As Medical Director of the Operating
Room, I have had the privilege of working closely with Micaela
over these past two years and have enjoyed her camaraderie as
well as her professionalism. She is an outstanding individual
who would be an asset to any department. Frankly, it is with a
fair amount of regret that I am asked to write this letter, as
Micaela will be greatly missed here at LGH. Our loss will certainly
be your gain.
Michael
Hruskocy, M.D. -Chicago
Medical Director, Main OR
Lutheran General Hospital -Advocate
2000
It has been my Pleasure to know Micaela for the past two years.
She has served in the capacity of The BTF-Performance Team member
and has contributed to this group for the past three years. Micaela
is a very dedicated performer. She always gives 100% at each performance
and practice. She is very creative and willingly to help the others
on her team reach their full potential. I, Mark Rees, am sure
that you will find Micaela to be an asset to your organization
weather performing, choreographing, or assisting behind scenes.
C.
Mark Rees -Chicago
cmarkrees@aol.com
Area Supervisor of Group Exercise
1996
Micaela Brigida has been outstanding employee for The University
of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and possesses several excellent
qualities. Her upbeat and cheerful attitude is superseded only
by her willingness to help. Micaela possesses excellent interpersonal
skills and would be well suited for any position that puts her
at an interface with the general public. She has a very high energy
level and seems to thrive in a fast paced work environment. She
is a well-rounded individual that adept at focusing on a task
and seeing it through. Likewise, she arrives to her job (Patient
Care -Nursing) ready to work and seems to have the ability to
motivate those around her. Our staff at The Department of Otorhinolaryngology
(ENT) believes that Micaela will succeed in any endeavor she chooses.
Jesus
Medina, M.D. (ENT & Oncology Research Medical Director) -Oklahoma
City
Department of Otorhinolaryngology
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
1994
As Director of Promotions and Community Relations for the Oklahoma
City Cavalry Basketball Team (Member of the Continental Basketball
Association -CBA), I Debra J. Herrington have worked with the
dance troupe as well as our "OKC. Cavalry Kids", both
of which Ms. Brigida was integral part. Her organization and leadership
skills paired with her excellent choreography and dance ability
made her not only a very welcomed addition to our organization,
but a wonderful personality/character as an Instructor to our
young dance troupe. Along with these skills, Micaela has a spiritual
up lifting within herself that bring smiles/laughter into the
community (young & old) and was superb in all public appearances
including; school pep assemblies, autograph sessions and dealing
with corporate clients. Ms. Micaela Brigida has been a vital part
of making our team and "CAV. Kids" a huge success and
would make a wonderful addition to any organization.
Debra
J. Herrington -Tulsa
Director of Promotions & Community Relations
Oklahoma City CAVS (Division Champions 1991-92, 1994-95)
