Staff
Dedicated To Our Mission
We are a mission-driven professional staff dedicated to working with our fellow community members on the care and improvement of our local, national, and global communities. We are committed to seeking creative solutions to community challenges and to providing our full support to grantees seeking to do the same.

Cheryl Zimlich
President and CEO

Liz Ball
Executive Assistant
Communications

Mary Timby
Communications Director
Global Programs

Hannah Casey
Global Programs Manager
Community Programs

Laura Valdez
Community Programs Director

Jessie Crabb
Bohemian Fund Manager

Chris Garcia
Community Programs Manager

Fatima Prieto
Project Support Coordinator
Music Programs

Bryce Merrill
Music Programs Director

Kaila Bryner
Project Support Coordinator

Laura Wilson
Head of Live Music

Greta Cornett
Marketing Manager

Ruby Hinrichs
Box Office Manager

Erin Palmer
General Manager of Live Music Operations

Em Sarpa
Talent Buyer

Andy Whilden
Production Manager

Chris Carter
Operations Manager

Alicia Machuca
Live Music Coordinator
Foundation Staff

Kristi Hess
Human Resources Director

Jen Schomberger
Human Resources Coordinator

Wendy Banks
Chief Financial Officer

Sarah Accountius
Senior Accountant

Karielle Jackson
Staff Accountant

Kim Buschy
Senior IT Support Technician

Kim Lehman
Grants Manager