Meet Jess.

Getting Out of Her Comfort Zone Through Dance

Jess Vogt is stepping into the spotlight—and out of her comfort zone—at Dancing with the Lakes Area Stars! As the Welcome Center Manager for the Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce, Jess knows how to make people feel at home in the community. Now, she’s using that same welcoming spirit to help a local family achieve the dream of homeownership through Habitat for Humanity.

A proud Brainerd resident, Jess is mom to three kids—daughter Jordan and sons Jackson and William—and their faithful dog, Rusty. When asked why she said yes to dancing, Jess’s answer is simple yet powerful: “To help a family get a home and to get out of my comfort zone, be brave, and do my best.”

With an impressive fundraising goal of $25,000 and boundless enthusiasm for this amazing program, Jess is ready to dance her heart out for a cause that truly matters. Her courage, commitment, and excitement are sure to inspire the entire community to join her in supporting Habitat’s mission!