A graduate of Philips-Exeter Academy, Mikayla coached intensively there for two years with Eva Gruesser, former first violinist of the Lark Quartet, and performed in a string quartet with violinist Chelsea Kim of the Baltimore Symphony. Before Exeter, Mikayla danced professionally with the corps of the Kansas City Ballet.

Currently an executive with a digital marketing company, Mikayla seeks connections between business and the arts.

After stepping away from music and dance for several years, Mikayla is gradually returning to the arts sector with a fresh perspective, fusing her organizational and performing talents.