Lainie Hodges was first introduced to the power of performance and improvisation through her work with the All Stars Project in New York City. Since then, Lainie has used performance as a transformative developmental tool to support the growth and advancement of youth, adults, athletes — even herself.
A Denver native and graduate of integrated public schools, Lainie earned her bachelor’s degree in Health and Exercise Science from Syracuse University and earned a master’s degree in World History and Culture from the University of Denver. With a high level cultural competency developed through study and lived experience and, Lainie is uniquely able to lead and facilitate diverse groups of people.
Lainie studied improvisation at the Magnet Theater (NYC) and with Grafenberg Productions (Denver). Her experience includes developmental work with public school systems, private business, criminal justice reform efforts, and professional athletes.