How the Jazzercise Empire Became a Family Business Thanks to a Secret Audition | Inc.

When Jazzercise founder Judi Sheppard Missett finally retires, her daughter Shanna Missett Nelson will step into the role of CEO. But handing off her $100 million fitness company won’t be easy.
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[@laralebeu36]

I love how Judi has just casually standing a glass of wine besides her while giving an interview.

[@kristi.jazzercise]

Fun fact: It's Cherry Dr. Pepper.

[@TheAymoneShow]

Why does she need to retire? You go ahead Ms. Judi. Enjoy your company.

[@narrowgate528]

Shanna, people will like you as much as your Mom; because she is your Mom. Some people criticize your relationship but from where I stand, you are both strong women; when you get strong women together, it’s not going to be all bubbles and cotton candy all the time but it will be good. It is obvious to me that you love, respect and admire each other. I love you both.

[@myrabbitispink]

she is 75 years old in this video. omg

[@brianschaffer9220]

I did jazzercise over the spring and summer in 2002 and got to meet her.

[@swinxfee]

Stop telling successful ladies to retire! The japanese even have a saying "only those who stay busy will ever get to be a 100"

[@Nitroh-]

say that until you get to the age where you have a stroke mid performance.

[@StinkyDustyBird]

Daughter looks like that judge that screams on you think you can dance

[@badabingbadaboom6333]

The daughter looks a little like Sheryl Crow.

[@musicislife2000]

my target client

[@juanafgutierrez]

So why does Judi have a wine glass on her desk?

[@catlarios7981]

Why not?

[@kristi.jazzercise]

Fun fact: It's Cherry Dr. Pepper!

[@Catspiracy931]

Ms. Judi can drink anything she wants! At almost 80, it’s obviously working for her 🤣