CREATOR and EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Jill is an Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, composer, and Executive Producer of Stand UP and Speak OUT . She is known for her work on The Vita 4 Healthy Lifestyle for Kids (2005), Ethan Song (2021) and the musical Stand Up Speak Out.

Jill is a self-taught musician who has written music for nearly her entire life. She has written theme songs and jingles for various oranizations and clients, including television stations in Connecticut and Georgia.

HEAD WRITER AND PRODUCER

Wayne is a two-time Emmy Award winner whose work spans some of the most recognizable brands in entertainment, including Martha Stewart Living, Disney, and Food Network. He has served as a writer, producer, director, and showrunner for hundreds of hours of television, helped launch iconic shows and personalities, and produced award winning films seen worldwide.

In addition to his extensice screen career, Wayne has a deep passion for storytelling that creates impact - especially stories that empower young people. His work blends hears, humor, and truth, making him uniquely suited to lead Stand UP Speak Out as it continues to grow as both a musical and an educational movement.