meet the family
The Bright Stars Greenroom Dream Team
Igniting Success through Performance
Shannon Scott is the Founder, CEO and host of The Bright Stars Greenroom. Born and raised in Florida, Shannon first dipped her toes in the arts by studying Dance and Theatre through college. Soon after, she landed her first professional gig as an entertainer when she was cast to become one of the first Free-Diving Mermaids for Ripley’s Aquarium. She then continued her aquatic performances as a pearl-diver for Seaworld Orlando for many years while she pursued her dreams of becoming a working actor.
Despite her early shyness—so profound that her family once thought she was mute—Shannon was always a keen observer of the world around her and enjoyed telling stories of all types. With a lot of research, rejection and determination, Shannon has charged her way into becoming a working actor and professional voiceover talent-having the honor of working with production companies all around the world. Whether she was performing a on-stage, underwater, in a n on-camera production or providing a high-quality voiceover, Shannon was always searching for ways to empower lives through performance.
With her passion for the arts and love of helping others, Shannon was frustrated by seeing talented performers give up on their dreams and disillusioned by the industry’s common advice of “get a headshot, get an agent, and you’ll be on your way,” She recognized the need for something more meaningful and helpful in such a competitive industry, which inspired her to create something special for actors to pursue their dreams with full confidence. A place where actors could come together to focus on gaining the knowledge needed to thrive in the entertainment industry. Thus, the Bright Stars Greenroom was born—providing a transformative space for artists to connect, grow, and elevate their careers as actors.
Shannon possesses a remarkable ability to help others find their spark, even in the darkest of times. As an empath, she dedicates herself to uplifting fellow creatives, inspiring them to pursue their acting passions and embrace their full potential with unshakeable confidence. With a heart full of compassion and a spirit ignited by creativity, Shannon continues to inspire and uplift those around her.
Achieving Balance Through Mind, Body, and Spirit Wellness
Toni Deckers is a dedicated holistic mind/body therapist, specializing in guiding individuals toward achieving complete well-being. Through a blend of therapeutic practices, including yoga, meditation, counseling, and sound healing, she fosters a holistic approach to wellness that emphasizes the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit.
Toni’s mission is to help people reconnect with their bodies, embrace mindfulness, and attain optimal health. She creates a safe, nurturing environment where healing can take place, whether in one-on-one sessions or group settings. With a strong commitment to holistic care, Toni supports her clients in finding lasting balance and wellness across all areas of their lives.
Breaking Boundaries Through Movement
Tara Jade Fox is a dynamic, award nominated actor with a diverse portfolio spanning theatre, voiceover, on-camera film and TV, and performance capture. Leveraging her extensive experience, Tara delivers captivating keynotes that fuse acting techniques with motivational insights, empowering audiences to unlock their potential and achieve their goals. Whether acting, speaking in front of large crowds, emceeing, or teaching workshops…Tara immerses herself and others in a world of pure imagination, proving the only limits are those you put on yourself.
Tara is a sought-after speaker, known for her captivating keynotes that combine the magic of acting techniques with motivational insights. Through her talks and workshops, she helps audiences unlock their full potential, guiding them to step beyond self-imposed limits and tap into their own power.
Tara is a Certified Meditation Teacher, GAP Method Certified Instructor, member of NAVA, to name a few. With a deep understanding of how the body moves and connects with the mind, Tara empowers others to break through the boundaries holding them back from pursuing their dreams.
Advocate for Actors' Success
Peggy Sheffield wrote, directed, and starred in her first play when she was in second grade, and she’s been hooked on storytelling ever since. Over the past 30 years, she’s built a career as an actor, acting coach, director, producer, and casting director, but what truly fuels her is her deep love for helping actors succeed. She’s passionate about guiding them through the ups and downs of the industry, and that’s why she’s involved in every aspect of filmmaking – because she knows that every role, every choice, impacts the outcome.
Peggy’s natural ability to connect with people, combined with her experience, has allowed her to thrive in all these areas. If she knew anything about lighting or sound, she’d dive into that too. For Peggy, it’s all about the craft and the community, and she can’t imagine being part of anything else!
NAVIGATING BURNOUT & SELF KINDNESS
Clare Lopez is a multi -hyphenate storyteller committed to cultivating equitable and brave spaces within the theatre and film community. Originally from Sacramento, CA , Clare is a working actor, instructor, director and playwright. Clare earned her Bachelor of Arts in Music and Theatre from Saint Martin’s University in Lacey, Washington and is a proud alumnus of The Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts in Santa Maria, California.
As an actor, Clare’s been performing professionally in Film, TV, Theatre, and Commercials for over 15 years. She’s performed regionally in productions such as These Shining Lives at the Studio Theatre Tierra Del Sol, Cinderella at Orlando Repertory Theatre, Ugly Lies the Bone at the Garden Theatre, The Thanksgiving Play at Urbanite Theatre, In the Time of the Butterflies at Stageworks Theatre, The Hundred Dresses at Lexington Children’s Theatre, and Merchant of Venice at Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival. Her film credits include: 12 Days with God (Pure Flix), Big Time Adolescence (Hulu), Todd (SFN Productions), Yoga Mat Chats (Quietly Bold Films). She is a SAG-AFTRA Eligible actor represented by Brevard Talent Group.
Clare has spent the last 12 years teaching actors as an audition coach and instructor, and has taught with Momentum Stage, William Daniel Mills Apprentice Program, Florida Thespian Festival, The Actors Growth Lab, Book From Tape Acting Studios, as well as the Orange County Public School District. Clare is also an emerging Intimacy Director & Intimacy Coordinator and has trained with Intimacy Directors & Coordinators, Theatrical Intimacy Education, and is currently a Fellow at Open Intimacy Creative.
Clare is the Owner and Founder of The Wholehearted Actor, a professional acting studio that offers high caliber acting training through Trauma Informed and Consent Forward practices. The WholeHearted Acting Studio offers: audition taping, private coaching, workshops, resources, and actor branding sessions.
A Lifelong Passion for Acting, Education, and Broadcasting
Adam Vernier is a versatile and seasoned professional with a career spanning over 30 years in the entertainment industry. As an actor, he has accumulated a wealth of experience across stage, television, and film. His extensive credits can be explored on his IMDb page, which showcases his broad range of work. Beyond acting, Adam has a strong presence as an educator and mentor, running Book It Studios in Orlando, Florida.
At his studio, he teaches and coaches actors of all levels and also provides recording services. His passion for the craft extends to radio as well, where he shares his love for broadcasting on 98.9 WMMO in Orlando. Whether in front of the camera or behind the mic, Adam is dedicated to fostering growth in others and continues to thrive in multiple aspects of the entertainment world.
A Lifelong Passion for Acting, Education, and Broadcasting
Erik Deckers has been a professional writer since 2009. He is the co-author of four social media marketing books, two humor novels, and several TV comedy episodes. Erik has been a newspaper humor columnist since 1994. He was the Spring 2016 writer-in-residence at the Jack Kerouac House in Orlando, FL, and is now the president of their board of directors.
Erik is also the writer of The Bright Stars Greenroom Short Film “The Sasqawilla County Strawberry Festival”.
Helping Every Business Thrive through expert accounting
Greta Reynolds is the founder and Managing Partner of Reynolds Moss LLC, an accounting and consulting firm. With over 20 years of experience in the field, she brings a wealth of expertise in financial statement auditing, having previously worked as a Financial Statement Auditor. In this role, she developed a deep understanding of firm and client relationships as well as daily business operations. Greta’s extensive experience spans corporate and public accounting across multiple industries, with a strong foundation in auditing and a thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
In addition to her auditing work, Greta is highly experienced in tax filings, accounting, payroll, financial statement audits, and providing strategic recommendations to enhance company efficiency and improve business processes.
Greta is also a businesswoman outside of her accounting work. She serves on the board of a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting underserved student athletes with exceptional potential in tennis, guiding them through the complexities of the scholarship process.
An avid tennis player and traveler, Greta shares her passion for the sport with her daughter, who also enjoys tennis. To further support her daughter’s development, Greta became a Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) coach, focusing on enhancing her daughter’s technical, tactical, mental, and game skills.
Empowering Change
Dr. Scott is a truly exceptional speaker, blending a wealth of life experience, wisdom, and a deep commitment to making the world a better place. Originally from Ocala, FL, she is a working veterinarian, a passionate female entrepreneur, and a compassionate consultant, all driven by a singular purpose: to help both women and pets live healthier, happier lives.
With a Bachelor of Science from the University of Sounth Florida and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from the Ross School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Scott’s professional journey reflects a lifelong dedication to service. She founded the The Indigo Phoenix®, a business that not only offers educational resources, pet products, and clothing for animal lovers but also channels a portion of it’s profits to The Indigo Phoenix Foundation. This foundation works tirelessly to reduce animal homelessness and cruelty, bringing hope to countless lives. If you’re inspired to make a difference, consider volunteering or fostering through Dr. Scott’s mission by clicking here.
As an entrepreneur, Dr. Scott is especially passionate about empowering women. She is driven by a desire to help women who have been in abusive relationships discover their inner strength, confidence, and self-love, inspiring them to achieve their fullest potential. Through The Bumblebee Academy by The Indigo Phoenix® , a program under The Indigo Phoenix®, she offers self-improvement courses that encourage women to grow, evolve, and step into their power.
Dr. Scott firmly believes that every challenge in life, no matter how difficult or painful, offers an invaluable lesson. By embracing these challenges with an open heart, we unlock the opportunity for personal growth, resilience, and transformation. With a heart full of compassion and a powerful mission to help both people and animals, Dr. Scott’s work continues to touch lives and make a lasting impact.
KATIE SWEET
~ Elite Chef ~
Riding the waves of culinary passion
Katie Sweet is a remarkable example of someone who embraces the twists and turns of life with unwavering resilience and determination. While many people find their path early on, Katie has always been one to ride the waves of her experiences, facing challenges head-on and emerging stronger each time.
From a young age, Katie felt a deep connection to cooking, believing that food has an extraordinary power to bring people together. She understood that no matter who you are, everyone shares the universal need to eat, and her greatest desire was to create moments of comfort and joy through her culinary creations.
Her journey in the food and beverage industry began in high school, where she took on various front-of-house roles. At just 17, she discovered her passion for the kitchen as a pastry cook, diving into both sweet and savory dishes. Over the next five years, Katie dedicated herself to learning and growing, taking on diverse positions that enriched her culinary skills.
Katie’s path then took an intriguing turn when she entered the fitness industry as a personal trainer. It was here that she realized her impact extended beyond physical training; she found joy in nurturing her clients’ holistic well-being. She designed personalized meal plans, led one-on-one cooking sessions, and even accompanied clients on grocery trips, discovering that the most critical aspect of a fitness journey was, in fact, the food they ate.
When the world changed dramatically during the pandemic, Katie saw a chance to elevate her culinary journey even further. She moved to Northern California’s beautiful wine country, immersing herself in the study of food and beverage. Her dedication and hard work paid off—she graduated from The Culinary Institute of America, managed a five-star luxury resort, and now thrives as a Sous Chef, loving every moment of her evolving journey.
Katie’s story is a testament to her passion for food and her ability to embrace life’s challenges. Having someone with Katie’s expertise and dedication is a true blessing for us. Her culinary skills, combined with her understanding of nutrition and wellness, elevate our retreat experience, allowing participants to savor meals that are both satisfying and wholesome. We’re excited to have her share her culinary journey with us and inspire everyone at The Bright Stars Greenroom to embrace the joy of food as part of their own journeys.
