Kezia Blackwell
Occupation: I'm a stay at home mom who's very active in the community with ties to numerous committees and organizations. How long have you lived in Montgomery County? 11 years. I wasn't sure about this place when I first moved here, but am now proud to be a Montgomery County resident. What do you do for fun in your spare time? Travel, hiking, reading a good book and yoga. An avid game player from cards to boards to seasonal yard games with family and friends. Tell us about your family: My husband is Shawn Blackwell who runs B&L Engineering. He's a great husband and an amazing father. We have 3 lovely children - Mila age 9, and twin boys Alec and Owen age 6. They're my life and the biggest part of my support group. What song always makes you get up and dance or sing along? There's SO many! "Let's Get it Started" "Put Another Dime in the Jukebox" 90's rap...I sing along to just about every song on the radio! What was your reaction when you were asked to be a Star? Scared.....it has now turned into excitement with a touch of anxiety. Dancing is out of my comfort zone as I have two left feet, but it's for the kids, so I'll give it my best. Why did you decide to participate in this Youth Service Bureau fundraiser? Because the kids in our community who benefit from the proceeds of this event. I don't care how I dance, it's all about fundraising with a large amount of FUN. Having three young children of my own I want them to grow up in a community that's as strong and supportive as can be. I have been to every DWTMS and it's such an entertaining and successful evening, I am flattered to be a part of it this year and will contribute my time and efforts 100%....even if I fall on my face in front of 800 people! Why should the public come to this event and support you and your partner? It's a great cause that supports a wonderful local organization, please come to support those in our community who need it the most. Plus it's an extremely fun night filled with people who have really busted their butts trying to make it as successful as possible from amazing auction items to lively dance numbers for your viewing pleasure! |
Brian Swick
Occupation: Restaurant Management How long have you lived in Montgomery County? 26 years What do you do for fun in your spare time? Theater Tell us about your family. I have a wife, Jenny. She is a teacher at Tecumseh. What is your dance background? Mostly theater related and a few years at Dance By Deborah. What is your favorite genre of music to dance to? Musical Theatre. Why did you decide to participate in this Youth Service Bureau fundraiser? For the kiddos! Why should the public come to this event and support you and your partner? It is a fun way to raise money for the Youth Service Bureau. This organization is paramount to the success of the youth of Montgomery County. |