A native of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Natalie graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor's degree in Education and Music. She furthered her studies at NYC's Hunter College completing courses toward a Masters in Social Work. For over 30 years Natalie has worked passionately offering aid to children and families for communities in Indiana, Ohio, New York City, and now Los Angeles. Always one to combine her love for social work and the arts, Ms. Manns engaged the youth she worked with by coaching and directing them in choirs and plays. An avid composer, songwriter and vocalist, she