Derrell Acon (he/him)
Director of Engagement and Equity / NWF Arts Equity Specialist
Los Angeles, CA
Fulbright scholar Dr. Derrell Acon is a dynamic performer, scholar, and activist who has over 15 years of experience in the equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) space. He continues to establish h...Read more
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Sinella Aghasi (she/her)
Associate Director
Baton Rouge, LA
Dr. Sinella Aghasi is an arts administrator, educator, and a violinist. As an arts advocate, Dr. Aghasi is committed to making Classical music relevant and accessible to a diverse community. In her...Read more
academic administrator, development, education community engagement social impact,
Ana De Archuleta (she/her)
President
Maplewood
Ana De Archuleta has quickly established herself as one of the most sought-after managers in the operatic field as well as artist advocate. Representing a thriving roster of vocalists, conductors, ...Read more
L. Wayne Ashley (he/him)
Houston, Texas
L. Wayne Ashley, tenor, is a versatile artist known for his charismatic vocal tone and appreciation for many genres. A native of Arkansas, Wayne was raised in a stellar musical environment surround...Read more
marketing communications,
Rachel Bonner (she/her)
Assistant Producer
New York City
I currently work at a Broadway Producing Office as an assistant producer. We produce SIX, The Notebook, and Mrs. Doubtfire. I’d like to expand my knowledge and networking to be able to produce work...Read more
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Walteria Caldwell (she/her) 
Executive Director
Dallas, Texas
Walteria Caldwell is a professionally trained mezzo-soprano, pianist, and music educator who tours around the country and abroad.
She is also the Executive Director of Diversitá Opera Arts Compa...Read more
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Melody Chang (she/her)
Director of Marketing
Spokane, WA
Melody Chang is currently the Director of Marketing for Inland Northwest Opera, the only professional opera company in the Inland Northwest. Previously, she managed community outreach & engagem...Read more
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Veronica Chapman-Smith (she/her)
Director of Community Initiatives
Philadelphia
Veronica Chapman-Smith has worked in Opera Philadelphia’s administration since 2016. Ms. Chapman-Smith was integral in the development of Opera Philadelphia’s Backstage Pass; a workforce readiness ...Read more
education community engagement social impact,
Debbie Chinn (she/her)
Managing Director - Anna Deavere Smith's Pipeline Project, Girls
El Cerrito
Over the past 25 years, Debbie has held executive leadership positions as Executive Director of Opera Parallèle and Carmel Bach Festival, and as Managing Director at CENTERSTAGE (the State Theater ...Read more
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Ryan Chittaphong (he/him)
Director of Artistic & Student Engagement
New York, NY
Ryan has been with the Stella Adler Studio since 2008. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Performance from Middle Tennessee State University where he studied Stella Adler’s work. Before c...Read more
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Destiny Coleman (she/her)
Director of Education and Artistic Administration
Columbus, Ohio
Destiny Coleman is the Director of Education and Artistic Administration for Opera Columbus. In this position, Ms. Coleman coordinates all education and community engagement programming, serving ov...Read more
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Marlon Daniel (he/him) 
New York, NY / Paris, France
A laureate of the 2018 Bucharest Symphony Orchestra International Conducting Competition, American conductor Marlon Daniel is one of the most dynamic conductors of his generation. He has been descr...Read more
Khori Dastoor (she/her)
General Director and CEO
Houston, TX
Khori Dastoor is the General Director and CEO of Houston Grand Opera.
Previously she severed as General Director Opera San José, overseeing all aspects of artistic planning and business operatio...Read more
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Ras Dia (he/him)
Producing Director // Deputy Director, Creative Projects
New York, NY
Ras Dia is a Brooklyn-born producer and arts administrator whose work has been described as “stirring” (Washington Post), “bracing, compelling, and heartbreaking” (Musical America), and “grippingly...Read more
Dianne Duursma (she/her)
Director of Development
Pittsburgh
An accomplished professional with 30 years of experience in the interdisciplinary fields of business & philanthropy. A highly dedicated and thorough individual with a superb record of deliverin...Read more
development,
Julia Estrada (she/her) 
New York City
Julia is at the forefront of revolutionizing Human Resources for Commercial Arts organizations. Throughout her dynamic career, Julia has been a relentless advocate for employee well-being and inclu...Read more
development, human resources,
Renee Fajardo (she/her) 
Producing intern/Mezzo-soprano
Toronto, Ontario
Born and raised in Manila, Filipino Mezzo-soprano Renee Fajardo has performed on both the opera stage and as a solo recitalist in the Philippines, the UK, Europe and Canada.
Winner of the Metcal...Read more
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Graham Fandrei (he/him)
Director of Development
Santa Monica, CA
Graham Fandrei is an enterprise arts executive, cultural leader, and fundraiser with more than fifteen years of experience guiding mission-driven performing arts and nonprofit organizations through...Read more
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Sandy Feliciano (she/her)
Events and Volunteer Manager
Atlanta, GA
Sandy Feliciano is the Events and Volunteer Manager for The Atlanta Opera, where she facilitates over 50 key fundraising and stewardship events each year, including the annual Gala. In 2020, she pl...Read more
development, marketing communications,
Miguel Flores (he/him)
Technical/Production Administrator, Stage Manager, Production Manager
Boston, MA
I have worked with Long Beach Opera, IU Opera, Memphis Opera, Opera Del West, MIT Music and Theater Arts, and Boston Conservatory.Read more
academic administrator, technical production administrator,
Ersian François (she/her)
General Manager/ Associate Producer
Washington, DC
A creative solution seeker and arts advocate with an international arts management background, Ersian’s experience onstage and off spans from Baroque opera to contemporary theater. At The Laborator...Read more
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Falefia Jr Brandon Fuamatu (he/him) 
Events and Production Manager
Honolulu, HI
Falefia Jr. Brandon Fuamatu is a budding classical artist with accomplishments and interests across the various fields of operatic performance, both on and behind the stage. In the summer of 2019, ...Read more
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Gabrielle Nomura Gainor (she/her)
Communications and Public Engagement Manager - Seattle Opera
Seattle, WA
I am a communications manager with a passion for storytelling, community engagement, and racial equity. I am focused on building and amplifying Seattle Opera's civic engagement and anti-racism...Read more
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Sarah Geocaris (she/her)
Experienced Development Associate with a demonstrated history of working in the performing arts industry. Skilled in Board Management, Editing, Public Speaking, Fundraising, and Event Planning. Str...Read more
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David Gibson
Managing Member
New York, NY
David Gibson started his career in the entertainment industry in 1984 working behind the scenes for local event production and sound firms in Washington D.C. From 1986 until 1990, he attended and g...Read more
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Deonté Griffin-Quick (he/him)
Director of Programs and Services
Linden, NJ
Deonté Griffin-Quick is a nationally recognized, award-winning arts administrator and consultant with a proven track record of envisioning and implementing change at the local level. Deonte current...Read more
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Mengtong Guan (she/her)
Director/CEO, Producer
New York, NY
A creative producer and arts manager, Mengtong received a Master’s degree in Arts Administration from Indiana University O’Neil School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Mengtong Guan worked with...Read more
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Aliana de la Guardia (she/her)
Co-Artistic Director
Haverhill, MA
Aliana de la Guardia is a first generation Cuban-American and enjoys a multifaceted career of both artist and administrator. She is a co-founder of Guerilla Opera, an ensemble member and now co-art...Read more
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Jonathon Hampton (he/him)
Washington DC
Jonathon Hampton, a native of Chicago, brings a wealth of diversity and experience, having worked in business management, arts education, and music performance in New York, California, and now Wash...Read more
Briana Elyse Hunter (she/her) 
Marketing and Communications Director
New York, NY
Briana Elyse Hunter described by the NY Times as “a radiant mezzo-soprano” and Opera News as “a mezzo-soprano of astounding vocal and dramatic range,” is rapidly emerging as an artist to watch. He...Read more
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Ishan Johnson (he/him)
Associate Director of Development
Chicago
Ishan Johnson is currently the Associate Director of Development for Chicago Opera Theater, overseeing individual & planned giving, and special events. Previously, he served as Manager of Auxil...Read more
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Nashayla Jones (she/her)
Director of Visual and Performing Arts
Atlanta, GA/ Charlotte, NC
Innovative and dynamic Performing Arts and Fine Arts Director and educator with extensive experience in programming, logistics, curriculum development and implementation and systems management wit...Read more
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Xavier Joseph (he/him)
Arts Coordinator and Voice Teacher
Washington, DC
I am currently an Arts Coordinator and Voice Teacher at Duke Ellington School of The Arts. I am also an active opera singer. I am actively trying to transition from the classroom into full time Art...Read more
Kenneth Kellogg (he/him) 
Richmond, CA
Since completing the Adler Fellowship at San Francisco Opera and the Domingo-Cafritz Emerging Artist program at Washington National Opera, Kenneth has kept an active performing schedule in the US a...Read more
Kimba King (she/her)
Senior Director, Human Resources
Miami, FL
Kimba King joined the Arsht Center in 2005. As Senior Director, Human Resources for one of the largest performing arts centers in the country, King manages employee relations, workers compensation ...Read more
human resources,
Carlos García León (they/them, he/him)
Individual Giving Manager
Cincinnati, OH
Carlos García León is a queer, non-binary, Latine, Mexican-Statesian who is currently the Individual Giving Manager for Cincinnati Opera. In this position, they are in charge of stewardship, cultiv...Read more
development,
Joseph Li (he/him)
Vice President
Minneapolis, MN
Seattle native Joseph Li joined Minnesota Opera as Vice President, Artistic in 2021.
An alumnus of the Houston Grand Opera Studio, Mr. Li has performed in recital with Jamie Barton, Lauren Snouf...Read more
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Jason Lynch (he/him) 
Chicago, Illinois
Jason Lynch is a Chicago-based lighting designer for theatre, dance, opera, and other live performance art. He is also the recipient of the 2019 Michael Maggio Emerging Designer Award which recogni...Read more
technical production administrator,
Siddhartha Misra (he/him)
Lead Guest Services Associate
Philadelphia
I bring a diverse background as a performer and analyst to the challenge of connecting presenters with their audiences. My passion for data science started with assembling the evidence in an opera ...Read more
marketing communications,
Asli Monterastelli (she/her)
Sr Talent Acquisition Partner
Ashland
I am an international HR professional and currently working at OSF for recruitment and diversity efforts.Read more
human resources,
Jorge Parodi (he/him) 
General and Artistic Director
New York, NY
Maestro Jorge Parodi has led several productions at The Atlanta Opera, Opera Tampa, Opera Orlando, Savannah Opera and Buenos Aires Lírica. He also conducted productions at the Castleton Festival, T...Read more
Samba Pathak (he/him) 
Washington, DC
SAMBA PATHAK (he/him/his) is a proud Nepali-American artist, marketer, producer, and award-winning stage manager in the DC metropolitan area. Pathak holds an MA in Arts Management and a BA in Theat...Read more
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LaRob K. Payton (he/him) 
Administrative Specialist, Coordinator
Chicago, Illinois
I have organized events that open a dialogue between the arts and community through music. I have developed a concert initiative called “Hearing in Color” which was founded on the principles of kno...Read more
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Dennis Robinson (he/him)
Manager of Artistic Administration
West Palm Beach, FL
Dennis is a passionate administrator and advocate who has a diverse background in producing opera, as well as, bringing arts education and experiences to individuals of all backgrounds and abilitie...Read more
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Charlette San Juan (she/her)
Stage Manager, Arts Manager, Producer
Chicago, IL
Charlette is a Theatre Artist born and raised in the Philippines, currently based in Chicago, Illinois. Her deepest dreams of pursuing a sustainable career in theatre come alongside her dreams to p...Read more
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Kamala Sankaram
Co-Artistic Director
Bronx, NY
Praised as “strikingly original” (NY Times) and “new voice from whom we will surely be hearing more” (LA Times), Kamala Sankaram writes highly theatrical music that defies categorization. Recent co...Read more
artistic administrator,
David Santiago (he/him)
Hackensack NJ
David Santiago is an award-winning designer, owner of Casa Santi Interior Design and a professional opera singer. His signature trademark "Strictly Santi" brand was created to be as diver...Read more
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Makayla Santiago Froebel (she/her)
Arts Marketing Specialist
Chautauqua, NY
Makayla Santiago-Froebel is the arts marketing specialist at Chautauqua Institution, Chautauqua Opera Company & Conservatory and Chautauqua Theater Company, having over ten years of experience ...Read more
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Nina Schatell (she/her)
Stage Manager/Production Assistant
New York, New York
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Jaime Sharp (they/them, she/her) 
Arts Leader, Creative, Advocate
Chicago, IL
Jaime strives to evolve organizational culture, and diversify the arts community through dynamic leadership rooted in equity and inclusivity. She currently serves as Communications & Publicatio...Read more
Tony Shayne (he/him) 
Director of Production, Assistant Professor
Los Angeles, CA
Tony Shayne is a production manager, designer, and educator. He has worked both nationally and internationally in dance, theater, music, opera & film/tv. He currently has the role of Production...Read more
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Adam Rei Siegel (he/him)
Producer
Brooklyn, NY
Adam Rei Siegel is an experiential and off-Broadway producer whose clients include Google, Facebook, Apple, Samsung, Walmart, Spotify, Yale University, Wayfair, HBO and more. Most recently, he has ...Read more
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Alexa Smith (she/her)
I am the current Chief of Staff at Manhattan School of Music where I oversee special programs for the Office of the President. I serve as the Director of the Cultural Inclusion Initiative and am th...Read more
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Versell Smith, Jr. (he/him)
Executive DIrector / Chief Development Officer
Chicago, IL
As an accomplished musician and committed arts patron, my philanthropic experience highlights a record of success in adapting to change, delivering operational and financial turnarounds, and respon...Read more
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André Solomon (he/him)
Education/Community Engagement/Social Impact, Human Resources, Marketing/Communications, Artist - Flutist
Pittsburgh, PA
Dedicated and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in arts administration, community engagement, and research to contribute towards program coordination, project management, and ...Read more
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Kenneth R. Timmons (he/him)
Human Resources Manager
Atlanta, GA
Dynamic, results-driven, strategic business partner and management professional with a successful track record of leading organizational change, streamlining procedures, reducing costs, and improvi...Read more
human resources,
Tiffany Vega (she/her)
Managing Parter & Co-Founder
New Orleans, LA
Tiffany Vega is a Puerto Rican arts administrator, creative producer, and educator hailing from East Harlem, NYC. She serves as the President & Founder of La Vega Management. She resides in New...Read more
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Michael Walker (he/him)
Annual Giving Manager
Denver
Michael Walker, arts administrator and countertenor, believes in creating and producing innovative and sustainable arts programming; implementing experienced organizational methods using a communic...Read more
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Justin Werner (he/him) 
President and Founder of Stratagem Artists
New York, NY
Justin Werner is an operatic professional with extensive experience in production, education, and artist representation. Mr. Werner founded Stratagem Artists in 2018, which cultivates and represent...Read more
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Bryan White (he/him)
Director of Production + Leadership Consultant
Dallas
Bryan White is a production leader whose experience spans stage management, production management, operations management, programming and entertainment experience development for non-profit theater...Read more
technical production administrator,
CJ Willette (she/her)
Director of Development for Do Process Theatre
Chicago, IL
CJ Willette (She/Her) is a Chicago Playwright whose work centers around the intertwining of black experiences through concepts of dystopia, whimsy, and grandeur. Her play May 32nd was a semifinalis...Read more
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Melvin Yen (they/them, she/her, he/him) 
Producing Fellow
Brooklyn, NY
Melvin is a pioneering force in the fusion of digital media and theater, hails from the vibrant cultural landscape of Taiwan and now operates out of New York City. Melvin’s artistic journey is mark...Read more
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Ada Zhang (she/her)
Stage Manager
Brooklyn, NY
Ada Zhang is a Chinese AEA stage manager based in NYC. She started being in theatre as an opera singer and transitioned into stage management during her junior year in college. Over the past few ye...Read more
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