Previously as a Senior International Business Director, Russell operated 12 regional UK theatres and 10 West End theatres in London. He has overseen productions including the West End revival of 'Guys & Dolls' with Ewan McGregor, Patrick Swayze and Don Johnson. He also oversaw the opening of 'On the Town' and Cirque du Soleil's Broadway debut hit musical, 'Paramour', both performed at the Lyric Theatre, Broadway's second largest theater.

Judith A. Proffer founded Huqua Press. Previously, Judith spent 25 years with press media (LA Weekly, OC Weekly, Village Voice Media, and Sun Community Newspaper.) She is the editor of I Hope You Dance, The Power of Spirit and Song, and co-authored When We Stayed Home. Proffer has been named one of the leading "Women Who Make A Difference" in the Southern California Community and has taught writing workshops to children, adults and incarcerated at-risk youths. She teamed with Hollywood Caterer, Gwen Kenneally, to establish Magpie Mini Pies, with proceeds benefiting local non-profits.