Edwin Anderson is an artist, entrepreneur, and community advocate based in Grand Rapids, MI, specifically on the southeast side of town. He runs StudioSmoov, an Art & Design business that blends creativity with business. As a multidisciplinary artist, his expertise spans from large-scale murals and graphic design to photography, videography, and web design. Edwin is passionate about community engagement, event creation, and planning, aiming to bring vibrancy to public spaces through art. His work seeks to bridge the worlds of art and business, creating memorable experiences while fostering collaboration and building lasting relationships.

Valerie Wahna is a multi-disciplinary artist based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, who blends her fine arts background with corporate experience. After earning a degree in printmaking, she worked in retail design and advertising, and has taught at Kent State University. Now focused on public art, Valerie leads VW Design Studio, collaborating with a small team on creative projects. She has exhibited in solo and group shows regionally and actively contributes to the public art scene.

LiveSpace is a national full-service audio, video, and lighting integrator, and a live event production, staging and rental company based in Grand Rapids, MI.