DanceOne, the leading producer of educational and competitive dance events and the largest family of dance brands in the world, today announced the appointment of Lauryn Turner as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.
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DanceOne Appoints Lauryn Turner as CEO to Lead Next Phase of Growth
Ms. Turner will lead DanceOne’s next phase of strategic growth, focused on operational alignment, expanding partnerships that enhance opportunities for dancers, and further strengthening the company’s portfolio of globally recognized brands and tours.
Ms. Turner brings more than two decades of executive leadership experience spanning youth sports, professional sports, Olympic sport governing bodies, and entertainment-driven consumer platforms. With industry roots as a former athlete, coach, and judge, she combines deep community understanding with a proven track record of operational leadership, organizational transformation, and strategic growth.
Prior to joining DanceOne, Ms. Turner served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Dallas Wings, where she helped lead one of the most significant growth periods in franchise history, contributing to record-breaking revenue growth, franchise-record ticket sales, and increased national visibility during a pivotal era for women’s sports.
Previously, Ms. Turner served as Chief Operating Officer of USA Gymnastics, where she helped lead a comprehensive organizational transformation focused on athlete safety, governance modernization, operational accountability, and rebuilding trust, while helping stabilize and strengthen the organization during one of the most pivotal periods in its history. Earlier in her career, Ms. Turner held leadership roles with Varsity Brands spanning operations, events, brand development, and business growth across multiple sectors of the organization.
“Dance is one of the most passionate, inspiring, and community-driven industries in the world,” said Ms. Turner. “What makes DanceOne so unique is the opportunity to positively impact dancers and studios at every stage of their journey while helping shape the future of the industry through innovation and meaningful community impact. I’m excited to build on the strong foundation already in place, expand opportunities for the dance community to grow and thrive, and continue fostering environments where dancers feel supported, inspired, safe, and empowered.”
In addition, DanceOne also announced the appointment of Dan Dolezal as Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Dolezal brings more than 22 years of financial and operational leadership experience, including executive roles at S2BN Entertainment Corporation, Blackbird Presents, and Bandersnatch Entertainment.
“DanceOne has reached an important moment in its journey as we continue building on the foundation that has made this organization so special,” said Gary Pate, Chairman of the Board. “For years, our focus has been creating opportunities for dancers, supporting studios, and building a community that families trust and love. Lauryn and Dan both understand the importance of that mission while also bringing the leadership and operational experience needed to help guide DanceOne into its next chapter. I believe we have an incredible opportunity ahead of us to strengthen our organization, support our brands, and continue expanding the positive impact we can have across the dance community.”
About DanceOne
DanceOne is the premier producer of educational and competitive dance events and the largest family of dance brands in the world. Founded in 2023 and headquartered in Los Angeles, DanceOne brings together leaders in the dance community around a shared mission of fostering the integrity and education of dance. Its collection of more than 500 elite dance conventions and events annually provides the highest level of talent to teach and mentor while leading the industry in innovations that shape the future of dance instruction. With more than 60 years of combined experience serving over 10,000 dance studios annually, DanceOne’s highest priority is ensuring a safe environment for kids to learn and celebrate movement by providing the highest safeguarding standards in the industry.
For more information, visit dance.one.
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