43. Annie Semenova | Ukraine to Hollywood – Inspiring Young Leaders Through Creativity & Unity

In this inspiring episode of Mom-Me, Angela Tait sits down with Annie Semenova, a former Ukrainian theater professional turned "momager" and founder of the international Unity Acting School. Annie shares her remarkable journey from moving to the U.S. with her young daughter to building a thriving acting career for her child and creating a mission-driven school that connects kids from around the globe through the art of acting. You'll hear powerful insights on launching a child's acting career, protecting young performers, and using creativity as a tool for unity and peace. Tune in for a conversation that blends heart, hustle, and hope for the next generation.   "I always tell my moms, if you feel uncomfortable with any content or with any people that on set, you can always walk away. You don't have to say yes to everything. You need to know your values. You need to know where you can say no." Annie   What this episode will leave you with: Balancing career and motherhood — Annie shares the challenges of managing acting priorities alongside everyday responsibilities. Creating opportunities for your child — How she launched her daughter's acting career while building her own business. Empowering moms as managers — Teaching parents to confidently guide and protect their children in the entertainment industry. Finding purpose after challenges — Turning a personal wake-up call into a mission for unity, peace, and leadership in kids. Developing life skills through acting — Building focus, confidence, creativity, and presentation skills that serve children in any career. Making time for what matters — Strategies to pivot, reprioritize, and embrace new opportunities without losing sight of family.   About Annie Semenova: Annie Semenova is a visionary entrepreneur, business acting coach, and founder of Unity Acting School, an international online platform where children from around the world learn the craft of acting from Hollywood working professionals. Eleven years ago, Annie made the bold decision to move from her native Ukraine to the United States with her five-year-old daughter. Shortly after settling in, she helped her daughter sign with one of the top child acting agencies, sparking a successful Hollywood journey. As word of her daughter's success spread, other mothers sought Annie's guidance on launching their own children's acting careers. Realizing the need for a complete roadmap, she developed a comprehensive, step-by-step program that empowers parents to navigate the industry with confidence. Through Unity Acting School, Annie's mission extends far beyond performance—she seeks to bridge cultural divides, foster empathy, and inspire unity by bringing together children from diverse backgrounds. By collaborating, creating, and performing together, these young actors learn that their similarities far outweigh their differences, planting seeds of peace for generations to come. Pre-register now for our International Online Children's Acting School with real Hollywood actors—click the link and start your child's star journey today! x Annie's Linkedln: www.linkedin.com/in/annie-semenova Annie's IG: @annie.semenova   Connect with Angela: Book a Meeting: https://calendly.com/talenttrek/prescreen Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelatait/ Check out my Website: http://www.angelatait.com   Now available to purchase on ebook, hard and soft copy on Amazon to learn how to hire, train and retain employees in your business: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F4PMTFQB