Demi Agaiby is a mental performance consultant and the director of Beyond Horizons Performance. Her journey in performance began as a dancer, extending through college and beyond. She earned a B.A. in Dance and a B.S. in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago, where she first became fascinated by the connection between performance and psychology.
Throughout her performance training and career, Demi faced challenges including injuries, burnout, comparison, and performance anxiety. She turned to psychological strategies to navigate these struggles, which ultimately led her to discover Sport and Performance Psychology. This passion drove her to pursue an M.S. in Sport and Exercise Psychology from California State University, Long Beach.
Shortly after completing her master’s degree, Demi founded Beyond Horizons Performance (BHP) with the goal of influencing the sport and performance world through both scientific research and practical application. Since then, she has worked with hundreds of athletes and performers nationwide, helping them strengthen their mental skills and master their mindset.
Demi shares: “Mental performance allows me to do more than just shape an athlete's mindset—it gives me the opportunity to impact their entire athletic journey and life. I can look at a young, pre-professional, or professional athlete or performer who feels overlooked and say, ‘I believe in you. I see your potential, and I’m here to help you reach your goals.’”
Along with mental skills consulting, Demi has had the honor of presenting at the National Dance Education Organization, National Dance Coaches Association, Chicago National Association of Dance Masters, YPAD’s Expert Series, Activate Your Artistry Dance Convention, Bloom Dance Competition, and more.
Connor is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) joining Beyond Horizons Performance after four years with the Cincinnati Reds. During his time with the organization, Connor worked with professional baseball players across every level of the minor leagues, helping athletes strengthen their mental skills, navigate challenges, and perform at their best. He also collaborated with coaches to create playing and motivational environments that support athlete development, confidence, and growth.
Connor’s passion for mental performance is deeply rooted in his own journey as an athlete. After playing collegiate baseball at the University of Illinois - Chicago, he was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds as a professional pitcher. Throughout his playing career, Connor experienced many of the mental and emotional challenges that athletes face, including: the pressure to perform, battling uncertainty, and the struggle to navigate difficult in-game moments. These experiences shaped his understanding of the athlete’s journey and inspired him to pursue a career helping others navigate similar obstacles. He is driven to provide athletes with the support, perspective, and tools he wishes he had along the way.
Following his playing career, Connor earned master’s degrees from Adler University: an M.S. in Sport and Human Performance and an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. His educational background, combined with his experiences as a professional athlete and mental performance coach, allows him to approach his work with an appreciation for both the person and the performer.
Connor believes mental performance is about more than improving performance on the field. It is about building meaningful relationships, creating a space where athletes feel understood and supported, and helping them develop the skills to navigate adversity, embrace challenges, and grow both as athletes and as people. His goal is to help athletes become more equipped to handle the demands of their sport while developing skills that serve them well beyond it.
Kenzie Brandon is a Business Operations Coordinator at Beyond Horizons Performance. In 2024, Kenzie earned a B.A. in Dance and B.S. in Sport Psychology from Grand Canyon University. Currently, Kenzie is a second-year graduate student working towards a M.S. in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Northern Illinois University. In addition to her work with BHP, Kenzie is a dedicated dance artist and educator; she utilizes the intersection of her athletic and academic experiences to further explore creative movement, somatics, performance enhancement, athletic wellness, and performance psychology.
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