Lorraine Mendoza is an experienced dancer with 14 years of classical ballet training at Yolanda's Academy of Music and Dance, 4 years as part of the Rider Dance Ensemble at Rider University, and 3 seasons as part of DanceWorks New York City. She is an experienced choreographer and teacher who has choreographed 3 pieces at Rider University, Hudson Catholic’s production of “Annie,” and multiple shows for Hudson Montessori. She graduated from Rider University with a M.A. in Business Communication and a B.A. in Public Relations with a minor in Advertising. She currently has a business in social media and marketing, and assists Jersey City Ballet with various related efforts.