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Overview
Work History
Education
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Katerina Rodgaard

Katerina Rodgaard

Academy Director
15004 Native Dancer Rd. North Potomac

Summary

Artistic leader, choreographer, and educator with over 25 years of professional experience in classical and contemporary dance. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire dancers at all levels. Strong background in production management, curriculum development, international programming, and organizational leadership. Founder of two thriving arts-based businesses.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Odyssey Dance Lab – CEO & Founder

Odyssey Dance Lab
08.2024 - Current
  • Founded and directed a global dance initiative offering international summer intensives in Greece
  • Designed website, branding, and marketing strategy; managed payments and customer experience
  • Oversaw all travel logistics, accommodation, and partnerships with artists and venues
  • Led rehearsals and directed final performances with 12 dancers from multiple countries

Academy Director

Metropolitan Ballet Theatre & Academy
08.2023 - Current
  • Lead Academy programming, faculty development, and student mentorship
  • Develop curriculum and coordinate student evaluations and placements
  • Oversee daily operations and front-facing communications with families
  • Recruit faculty and guest artists; organize and conduct masterclasses

BalancedbodywithKat – CEO & Wellness Educator

BallancedBody LLC
02.2020 - Current
  • Created and launched a global wellness platform for dancers and adults
  • Taught virtual fitness and alignment classes blending Pilates, strength, and mobility work
  • Offered life coaching and wellness programming for professional artists

Assistant Artistic Director

Metropolitan Ballet Theatre & Academy
05.2014 - 07.2023
  • Choreographed and rehearsed full-length ballets including The Nutcracker, spring ballets, and annual performances
  • Served as master teacher in ballet, jazz, and modern for advanced and pre-professional levels
  • Reviewed faculty and student progress; led strategic program development
  • Directed donor and client communication; supported organizational growth and visibility

Dance Educator

Joy of Motion Dance Center
09.2000 - 06.2014

Instruct classes in Ballet, Modern, Jazz, and Intro to Dance for adults and children/teens. Core Faculty member for the Youth Dance Ensemble Program – a pre-professional program for students who are serious about dance as a career path. Resident choreographer for the Youth Dance Ensemble Program.

Teacher, St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral

Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral
09.2000 - 06.2014

Faculty member for the children’s Greek School. Instruct courses on Greek folk dance and Greek language.

Education

J.D. - Law

University of Baltimore School of Law
Baltimore, Maryland
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Ballet

Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA
04.2001 -

Skills

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Artistic Direction & Choreography
  • Production Planning & Creative Strategy
  • Leadership & Staff Mentorship
  • Curriculum Development
  • Classical & Contemporary Technique
  • International Program Management
  • Community Engagement
  • Donor Relations
  • Legal & Organizational Governance
  • Wellness & Body Conditioning
ADDITIONAL

Languages: English (Fluent), Greek (Native)

Accomplishments

Lobbied pro bono on Capital Hill for Moms Demand Action for Gunsense in America in 2013. Invited to speak at the White House on gun violence.

Katerina Rodgaard | C-SPAN.org

Timeline

Odyssey Dance Lab – CEO & Founder

Odyssey Dance Lab
08.2024 - Current

Academy Director

Metropolitan Ballet Theatre & Academy
08.2023 - Current

BalancedbodywithKat – CEO & Wellness Educator

BallancedBody LLC
02.2020 - Current

Assistant Artistic Director

Metropolitan Ballet Theatre & Academy
05.2014 - 07.2023

J.D. - Law

University of Baltimore School of Law
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Ballet

Point Park University
04.2001 -

Dance Educator

Joy of Motion Dance Center
09.2000 - 06.2014

Teacher, St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral

Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral
09.2000 - 06.2014
Katerina RodgaardAcademy Director