​Jacqui Kaese has forged a foundation of opportunity for actors in a global industry. With over 30 years experience in the entertainment industry both here and the UK, she has worked as an actress, agent, and manager and instructor. Her alumni students have worked with some of the biggest names in Hollywood, including Nicolas Cage, Nicole Kidman, Robert DeNiro and Jason Statham. She is respected for discovering and mentoring many success stories to come out of Vancouver Island through her own school, Spotlight Academy in Nanaimo. ​She brings a great eye, an astute business sense, and a no-nonsense yet caring approach to the work.