TABITHA ROSE

@TAB_NAV

Fifty feet of brown paper unfurled with black sharpie scribbles, surrounded by candles, bear Tabitha's life story.

Surrounded in a community, she makes 'home' an inside-job wherever she goes.

Compassionate, intuitive, and deeply rooted in meaning of legacy, Tabitha is committed to helping others put their Life to Paper. 

Energy can and should be used for the benefit of all is Tabitha's motto, and storytelling gives her energy to build dreams (her and others) upon.

Tabitha is at her brightest in a room filled with souls and sugo (tomato sauce), creating and sharing stories about life, perseverance, and connection.

Proudly sober. She is best known for making sure nobody gets left behind or forgotten...ever.

ELA MARTIN

@ELAMARTIN_

Ela is an experienced Wellness Professional (E-RYT 200) currently based in Austin, TX. With a background in Chicago and NYC, she has taught over 1,500+ hours of yoga. Energetic and passionate, Ela aims to share her knowledge and empower her students. Her teachings emphasize perseverance, both mentally and physically, encouraging students to tap into their inner strength. Beyond the mat, Ela inspires practitioners to apply yogic principles in their daily lives.

She believes in creating a human connection in our technology-driven world and welcomes students from diverse backgrounds. Through her own transformative journey, Ela discovered the power of yoga, finding peace and presence through meditation. She now encourages others to embrace their potential and live authentically.

JIL DEVISCOUR

@JILSANITY

Jil, a movement leader in Miami comes with 15 years of experience in the fitness industry. You can expect an untraditional approach to her vinyasa flow focusing heavy on alignment, strength and the power of transitions. She draws her inspiration for class from her passions such as martial arts, weight lifting, and Calisthenics. Yoga‘s biggest gifts have been Jil‘s newfound patience and the ability to use one’s breath to get through any stressful situation. When not working out you can find her in the kitchen, cooking and baking everything from scratch .

Jil is excited to share her dedication to movement with the State of Gratitude community and can’t wait to wake up to the sound of birds chirping with you, next April!

BRIAN DUBROW

@HITOFHAPPINESS

Brian is the CEO and Founder of Hit of Happiness, a company on a mission to make the world a happier and healthier place. As a Certified Happiness Trainer and Coach, Brian works with individuals and groups to help them identify why they feel stuck and what’s holding them back, move from a state of surviving to thriving, find their why, build happy habits, and turn their dreams into a reality. This is brought to life through individual and group coaching, corporate workshops,  keynotes, offsites, and more. Brian began his career as a Deals Consultant at PwC in NYC after completing his CPA and master’s in accounting from the University of Florida. While finding professional success yet struggling to find balance in the day-to-day, Brian decided to dedicate a year of his life to studying the science of happiness under Harvard professor Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar and become a Certified Happiness Trainer. Realizing that happiness is an inside job, and that happiness can be found in every environment, Brian is now committed to helping individuals live their healthiest, happiest, and most engaged lives by leveraging the science of happiness to strengthen their mindset and habits.

Brian spent his last year at PwC in the Human Capital Center of Excellence focused on building programs to motivate, retain, and incentivize their employees. While at PwC, Brian led several workshops on happiness and wellbeing for audiences greater than 2,000 people. Brian also completed his MBA from UCLA Anderson with a focus in Leadership Development and Entrepreneurship.

CHRIS BILYK

@BILYKCJ

Owner and Founder of State of Gratitude.

With recovery being the most important thing in his life, Chris loves to encourage and create events which bring people together. This is how State of Gratitude was born. More than just a clothing and accessories brand, State of Gratitude encourages the adoption of the lifestyle that comes with wearing the brand. He is an avid yogi, explorer, and gratitude junkie who has devoted his life to creating safe spaces for any and everyone to come together to celebrate the beauty that is life. Chris is experienced in leading conversations on Gratitude and Manifestation workshops and encouraging activities which lead and promote active and healthy lifestyles on a daily basis. 

THE FRIZ

@THEFRIZOFFICIAL

The Friz is a visionary Producer, Vocalist, and DJ whose artistry unfolds a mesmerizing sonic universe that defies traditional genres. Fusing realms of Electronic-Bass music with the spiritual healing powers of sound. The Friz is a kaleidoscope of influences, weaving together elements of World Bass, Tribal Trap, Dubstep, Downtempo, Ambient soundscapes, and many more, into a unique and spellbinding sonic tapestry. Her original songs and DJ sets immerse you in a dance of solar and lunar energies, taking you on a transcendental journey of self-discovery, connection, and freedom. 

ALVIN CATALAN

@HEALINGHYPEMANALVIN

"Live your life as if you've never made a poor decision"

Alvin was guided into his spiritual path by way of mental health, holistic and spiritual alternatives. His journey began with subconscious mind shifting, theta healing, meditation and recovery outside of a 12-step program.

As a self taught teacher, Alvin is always evolving and becoming deeper in nature. Being a lover of books and the mind, he found himself taking a deep dive into the esoteric realm of tarot, divination and astrology. He naturally enjoys holding vulnerable space for those to share their stories and thoughts, with Source by his side. He has a passion for delivering EMPOWERING readings and positive words of affirmation for those working through recovery, trauma, sex therapy, spiritual integration and working with the LGBTQIA+ communities to align with their North Node. He believes, each person must find their own path and with your permission, he can serve as a guide in your journey.

DJ SCOOTSMAC

@SCOOTSMAC

Scotty, known professionally as “Scootsmac” has spent an ever-developing career and an artist, producer, and DJ. The journey from rock bands to a multi-city DJ based career out of Miami led him to focus on a community focusing on wellness and positive lifestyle. He has since channeled his musical efforts into his most admired form of wellness, yoga. Despite this love, Scootsmac continues to enjoy playing for audiences of all types including night clubs and pool party day clubs of all genres. All parties are welcome and enjoyed! Stay tuned for which set you will find!

NATALIE CASANOLA & DAVE SCOTT

@URFAVECUBAN & @THEOFFICIALDAVESCOTT

Dave and Natalie, both seasoned professionals in the dance and film industries, unite to bring an infectious energy to their dance classes. Their sessions cater to all ages and skill levels, fostering a welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels included. With a diverse mix of hip hop, salsa, jazz, and pure enjoyment, their classes offer a unique blend of experience gleaned from their work in TV, movies, concerts, and music videos. Get ready for a dance experience unlike any other!

ALIX WILSON (Production Manager)

@ALIIBAMBAM

Ali has been an educator for over 15 years with children of all ages. 11 years ago she began a journey of recovery for and in that time became a passionate advocate for spiritual, emotional, and mental health. One of her many talents is the ability to curate one of a kind growth experiences for those around her. She has been with State of Gratitude from the onset of the company with its founder, Chris, and she is a firm believer in the brand.  Watching State of Gratitude grow and evolve into the company it has become, and being a part of its growth, will always be a source of love and pride for her. 

• 3 Meals Per Day plus snacks.
• Coffee and Tea
• Accommodations for 4 nights
• Programming 

• No Alcohol

• No Transportation to Sequoia Highland Camp (we are masters at helping you get to the site, so we will assist in finding carpooling options)