International Master Dmitri Schneider has traveled the world, representing the US in international chess competitions including 7 times in the World Youth Chess Championships. Dmitri is an 11-time Pressman All-American, as well as a 2-time Pan-American Youth Gold Medalist. He was a key member of the 2003 UTD National Championship Team. Dmitri also has a wealth of chess teaching experience, having taught in many private and public schools. He has two students that were top 10 for their age in the US.

Born and raised in New York, Herminio Baez has been playing and teaching chess for over 30 years. He is a national expert who has taught in the New York area for over 12 years including 7 years in National Summer Chess Camps. Throughout the years, Herminio has had numerous students on the top 100 list. He is also very active in promoting chess in schools, evident by his involvement in the Harlem Education Activities Foundation.