Who We Are

Blue Heart Planet is composed of an extraordinarily eclectic group of talented individuals.Together we bring a multifaceted sensibility to our work that enables us to speak clearly to a large variety of organizations.

From the top left corner, counter-clockwise:

Rita Venturini

Rita Venturini, co-founder of Blue Heart Planet, started her life as a Medical Doctor and Neuroscientist, then transitioned to be an Artist, Dancer, Improviser, Teacher, Chef, Massage Therapist, Movement Analyst, and Mom. She brings all of these experiences to her work with groups, which people claim includes a commitment to deep listening, openness to change, and relentless enthusiasm.

Roxane Scherek

Roxane Scherek has worn many hats, some of them wooly. She has studied psychology and improv (with a concentration in uncontrollable laughter), ridden on a yak and an elephant (not at the same time), worked in software, teaching, and teambuilding, but she still has not mastered the art of juggling ming dynasty vases.

Paul Bush

Paul Bush, co-founder of Blue Heart Planet, worked as a neuroscientist for 10 years, obtaining a PhD and doing postdoctoral research at the University of California. Since then he has combined his neuroscience knowledge with somatic and improvisation training, applying scientific principles of the mind and brain to the practical arena of human behavior.

Simone Bloch

In the world between words and movements Simone has been an educator and a performer. In addition to dancing and acting, she has taught languages, instructed dance and theater classes, become a Somatic Movement Educator, an hypnotherapist, a doula and also a mother. She is a facilitator and a performer who loves bringing people closer to themselves.

Valentina Emeri

Valentina lives to play and perform, and that is what she creates everywhere she goes. She is an actress, a Laban Movement Analyst, an improviser and a fantastic gardener.
Wherever she is, fun becomes a must!


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