Melissa Shaw is the Vice President of Marketing at 3Rivers Federal Credit Union, where she has spent 13 years helping shape its commitment to giving back—especially through long-standing support of Easterseals Northeast Indiana. A lifelong Fort Wayne resident, she’s a busy mom to Maddox and Macy and dog mom to Biscuit. When she’s not driving kids around, she enjoys volleyball, traveling, cooking, and attending local arts events. 

Melissa has been involved with many non-profits in our region, she currently serves as Chair of the Stillwater Hospice Foundation Board and is a board member for the Richmond Symphony Orchestra. She has a long history in the local music and theatre scene, both as a performer on stage and behind the scenes playing with costumes. After years of cheering on others at Dancing with the Stars, she’s excited to step back into the spotlight, make new friends, and most importantly, raise awareness and funds for Easterseals Northeast Indiana—all while having a blast, of course!

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Damian has been dancing for 13 years, with a special love for hip-hop and ballroom dancing. A multiple award winner in Special Olympics ballroom dance, he has competed in Dancing with the Arc Stars several times and is excited to take the stage again.

Beyond dance, Damian is a dedicated worker. For 13 years, he has been part of the Melgar Janitorial Team at the E. Ross Adair Federal Building. Recently, he took on a second job at Amazon’s Fulfillment Center, where he was hired directly and works with support from a job coach. He enjoys both jobs, especially meeting new people.

In his free time, Damian loves bowling, Special Olympics, concerts, and sporting events. With a strong work ethic and passion for dance, Damian is an inspiration both on and off the dance floor!