BANDALOOP
Matt Leonard is an experienced director and production manager in the fields of progressive social movements, environmental advocacy, and event production. Currently serving as the Director of the Oil & Gas Action Network and Aid and Abet Logistics, Leonard oversees project management and audio-visual support for various initiatives. Past roles include Director of Special Projects at 350.org, where significant campaigns like the People's Climate March were managed, and a trainer at The Ruckus Society, focusing on non-violent direct action strategies. Leonard's extensive background also includes project management for the Keystone XL campaign and contributions to organizations such as Greenpeace and the Rainforest Action Network. An education in Environmental Studies with a focus on Ecological Economics complements Leonard's commitment to advancing progressive causes.
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BANDALOOP
BANDALOOP honors nature, community, and the human spirit through perspective-bending dance. An innovator in vertical performance, BANDALOOP seamlessly weaves dynamic physicality, intricate choreography and climbing technology to turn the dance floor on its side. Founded by Amelia Rudolph and under the artistic direction of Melecio Estrella, BANDALOOP re-imagines dance, activates public spaces, and inspires wonder and imagination in audiences around the world. The company trains dancers and youth at home and on tour, and has performed for millions of people in over 22 countries in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, the Americas, and Asia, and on screens in films and digital media. BANDALOOP is based in Oakland, CA, where the company incubates and produces work for its local audiences and for touring performances presented around the globe. Education and outreach are an intrinsic part of the company’s mission. In addition to its ongoing work with youth, BANDALOOP offers regular classes, camps, and intensives at its home studio and in the mountains, and team building programs for executives and leaders of organizations. BANDALOOP is based in Oakland, CA, where the company creates work for its bi-annual home season and for touring performances presented around the globe each year. Education and outreach are also an intrinsic part of the company’s mission. In addition to its ongoing work with youth, BANDALOOP offers regular classes, camps, and intensives at its home studio and in the mountains, and team building programs for business executives.