37 Shows. More Than 30 Years. One Lasting Legacy.

Kim Myers Celebrates Three Decades of Service to the Performing Arts, Fashion, and Entertainment Industries

Some milestones deserve more than a social post.

This week, we issued a formal press release celebrating something that has been quietly true for decades — Kim Myers has spent more than 30 years building something rare in this industry. Not just a showcase. Not just a convention. A community built on trust, professionalism, and a genuine belief that people deserve to be seen.

Thirty-seven shows. Thousands of performers. One guiding question that never changed: What is your dream, and how can we help make it happen?

We are proud to share that story publicly, and even prouder to introduce something new for those who have always wondered what it would look like to sit down with Kim one on one.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — For more than 30 years, Kim Myers has dedicated her life to helping aspiring performers discover opportunities, build confidence, and pursue their passions.

This year, Myers celebrates her 37th show and more than three decades of service to the performing arts, fashion, and entertainment industries through The ARTS hosted by Applause International.

Throughout her career, Myers has helped thousands of actors, singers, dancers, models, and creatives connect with agents, managers, casting professionals, educators, and industry leaders. Her work has extended beyond the United States, scouting talent internationally and spending time throughout several countries in Africa, while also traveling alongside projects affiliated with Tyler Perry Studios.

"What is your dream, and how can we help make it happen?" has remained the guiding question behind her work.

Unlike many talent showcases and performing arts conventions, Myers has built her reputation around a people-first approach. Participants are evaluated not only on talent, but on professionalism, coachability, communication skills, and character.

When industry professionals attend The ARTS, they are not simply looking for talented performers. They are looking for people they would trust to work alongside on a set, on a runway, on stage, or in a professional environment.

That approach has earned the trust of families and industry professionals alike for more than three decades.

One of those professionals is Marie P. Anderson, internationally recognized model scout, fashion industry advocate, and the talent executive widely credited with discovering Cindy Crawford.

Over the years, participants from across the United States and around the world have attended The ARTS, including performers from Sydney, Australia; New Zealand; Namibia; Kenya; South Africa; and North Pole, Alaska. Many arrived seeking direction and left with industry relationships, confidence, and opportunities that helped shape their future.

Among those who crossed paths with Myers early in their careers are Abbie Cobb, Rome Flynn, JoJo Siwa, Charles Melton, CorBen Williams, and many others who would go on to find success in television, film, music, modeling, and entertainment.

Those closest to Myers describe her as a go-getter, full of joy, and deeply attuned to the people she serves. Her favorite word in the English language is "joy." Her favorite word learned during her travels throughout Africa is "ubuntu," often interpreted as "I am because we are."

Before entering the entertainment industry, Myers was on a path toward ministry. Many believed she would become a pastor. Instead, she found her calling in the performing arts and fashion industries.

"I may not be a preacher," Myers says with a smile. "But I do feel like a glorified usher who can usher the talent right in."

That belief continues to guide her work today. Recently, Myers co-founded The Creative Collective, Inc. alongside Marlana Glaeser, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting creatives, artists, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. The initiative reflects her lifelong belief that people thrive when they are pursuing their passion and purpose.

Her parents were also active participants in The ARTS community until their respective passings, helping establish the family-centered culture that continues to define the organization today.

As Applause International celebrates its 37th show, Myers remains focused on the same mission that inspired her from the beginning: helping people discover what they were created to do and connecting them with the opportunities to pursue it.

About Kim Myers

For more than 30 years, Kim Myers has helped aspiring performers, creatives, and entrepreneurs discover opportunities, build meaningful relationships, and pursue their passions with confidence. Through her work with Applause International and The ARTS, she has guided thousands of actors, singers, dancers, models, and creatives as they explored opportunities within the performing arts, fashion, and entertainment industries. Her experience includes domestic and international talent scouting, industry networking, and career development. Recently, she co-founded The Creative Collective, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to supporting creatives and small business owners.

To learn more about The ARTS hosted by Applause International or to audition for an upcoming event, visit artsdreamteam.com. To learn more about The Creative Collective and its mission to support creatives and entrepreneurs, visit wecreatehere.org.