Michael Trakas-Lawlor
Treasurer and Production Manager
Michael, is responsible for sets, lighting, sound, and many other aspects to our productions and performances. His theatrical background ranges from dance and singing, to musicals and plays. He is a performer as well as a director and backstage worker.
His experience has seen him perform in many locations throughout the US as well as London, UK. Michael’s day job is working with Ohio’s first responders and law enforcement officers.
Leslie Cohen
Secretary
Under Construction.
Kimberly Colston
Public Relations and Marketing
Under Construction.
Elizabeth Weiss
Company Detailing
Elizabeth Weiss designs, constructs and, coordinates costumes for principal dancers and guest artists. She has been sewing for thirty years and has a unique ability to make costumes that enhance the relationship between the dancers’ bodies and the choreography of the piece.
When not working with Oyo, Dr. Weiss teaches psychology for The Ohio State University Newark, where she has been since 2002. Her passion as an educator carries over easily to her work promoting the Company, where she sees countless opportunities to enrich the lives of others through the arts.
Jennifer Ramge
Planning and Fundraising
Jennifer Ramge is a dedicated business and real estate management professional with over 19 years of experience in Real Estate Management, Development, Corporate Real Estate, as well as Construction and Property Management. Currently serving as Senior Real Estate Manager overseeing the nationwide real estate portfolio for Cresco Labs, she brings a vast business perspective to one of her passions- the Arts community and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.
Her work experiences range from both private and public sector; small business to large corporate environments, including multiple Fortune 400 & 500 companies, as well as academic and medical real estate management for The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center, CVS Pharmacy, and The Hertz Corporation. Jennifer was born and raised in Kenton, Ohio and moved back to the Central Ohio area with her family in 2017- bringing her career experience and expertise to help serve her community.
Jennifer studied Business Administration and Management at Florida Southwestern State College and The Ohio State University; and also holds multiple certifications in Real Estate, including Property & Facility Management, and Real Estate Finance through the Academy of Real Estate, Institute of Real Estate Management, and Hondros College.
Ángel (Angelo) – Rodriguez
Grants and Planning
Angelo Arroyo-Rodríguez became a long-time resident of Columbus after he moved from Puerto Rico to attend graduate school at The Ohio State University and learned to love Columbus’ midwestern charm. As city and regional planner, environmental scientist and biologist, Dr. Arroyo-Rodríguez strongly believes that dance art forms can positively impact personal wellness and are essential for the enjoyment of the urban (and rural) experience. He believes that dance can be a powerful agent of change to make arts more accessible and inclusive, hence, he couldn’t miss the opportunity to support Oyo in their mission to be an inclusive, equitable and accessible dance company. His role as a board member includes strategic planning, grant writing, coordinating the front of the house at events, Spanish translator, and assisting the Artistic Director.
Dymond Davis
Grants and Outreach
Dymond Davis is a dance educator, administrator, researcher, and advocate from New Orleans, Louisiana. She earned her BA in Dance Studies with a minor in Business Management from Texas Woman’s University in May 2024. During her time at Texas Woman’s, she served as a Collegiate Intern at the Texas Dance Educator Association’s 2024 Convention, Assistant Director of Dance at Texas Galaxy Cheer and Dance, and Student Administrative Assistant for the Pioneer Pride Dance Team.
Dymond is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Arts Administration and Policy at The Ohio State University, where her research focuses on the dancer labor force, philanthropy, and fundraising. Through her work, she strives to foster inspiration and drive innovation within the dance community.
Michael Darr
Advisory Board, Webmaster and Technical Support
Matt Keasal
Advisory Board, Music and Vocal Consultant
