About Us
Costumes are everywhere, in parades and parties, on stages and screens.
And yet, there was never one place that brought it all together. So we built Costume Network, a home for everyone who lives, works, and creates through costume. For the communities who gather, the artists who elevate, and the dreamers who dare to dress up and stand out. We celebrate the joy of creativity, the mastery of craft, and the power of community. This is costume culture, and it finally has a home.
Our Mission
We live to spotlight talent, champion self-expression, and support the people who make costumed experiences unforgettable. As a Public Benefit Corporation, our mission is to connect artists, performers, producers, and creative communities with audiences, collaborators, and opportunities, building a thriving, mutually supportive ecosystem that expands the joyful world of costume culture.
Our Values
Costume Network is more than a platform. It’s a movement. We believe in creativity, collaboration, and building a vibrant, interconnected world around costume culture. These values guide everything we do:
Create
We help makers, performers, and producers bring their ideas to life by offering support, solutions, and community to realize their vision.
Participate
We promote experiences and events, and champion the people who make them by inspiring the people to engage with the places.
Celebrate
We shine a spotlight on costume culture in all its forms by showcasing artists, honoring traditions, and elevating the joy of creative expression.
Navigate
We make it easier to find the right people, services, and inspiration. Whether you're looking to hire talent, join a community, or start something new.
Activate
We amplify our Members through social media, editorial features, and community highlights — helping creative professionals get seen, get hired, and grow.
Integrate
We made the only centralized place where makers, performers, and producers can showcase their work, connect with each other and the public.
Our Team
Costume Network was founded by costume artists, event producers, and community builders. We’re powered by the same people we serve. Meet the team and advisors helping to build this home for costume culture, together.

Jim Glaser
Founder

Rody Biggert
COO

Rafael de la Cruz
Marketing
Problem Solver
Problem Solver

Nancy Marcus
Marketplace & Business Development

Heather Woodfield
Content & Product Development

Anney Fresh Ozar
Community & Social Media

Chris Theoharis
Finance

Whitney Weiskopf
Community & Business Development

Jonathan Aston
Technology

Claire Novotny
Technology

Keith Ozar
Marketing

Dave Bredesen
Product Development
Our Advisors

Shen Tong
Entrepreneur
11 Exits
11 Exits

Rob Scott
Advisor & Outside Counsel
Co-Founder Robot Heart
Co-Founder Robot Heart

Kevin Johnson
Marketplace & Industry Expert

Nina Urban
Ambassador

Layne Pye
Ambassador
Business Development

Michelle Staton
Technology
Creative Direction
Creative Direction

Mike Yudin
CTO & Cofounder
AdMarketplace

Jesse Grushack
Consensys
Ethereal Conference

Jim Clark
Futurist & Social
Impact Strategist

Jorge Moreno
Miami Based Entrepreneur
Grammy Winning Musician

Evan Wies
Fintech Entrepreneur
Engineer

Alyssa Mariano
Marketing
Founder Bazarra
Founder Bazarra
Get In Touch
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have a question, need assistance, or want to provide feedback, our team is here to help.