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FOX CITIES PERFORMING ARTS CENTER STAFF LIST

Susan Stockton
President
As President of the Center Susan has the pleasure of overseeing the entire operation with specific responsibility for staff growth and development, leadership of our board of directors, active participation in fundraising and working with artist management from around the world to select the artists who are presented by us as part of our Boldt Arts Alive! series. She also works closely with our Broadway presenting partner, Broadway Across America, in building our M&I Bank Broadway Across America - Fox Cities series.

FINANCE AND OPERATIONS

Laura Braun
Vice President of Finance and Operations
Laura is responsible for leading the finance, information technology, administrative, front of house, physical plant and theatrical production teams.

Nick Babino
Facilities Supervisor

Ashley Baldwin
Office Manager
Ashley manages the day to day operations of the executive office including scheduling of meetings, travel and maintaining the budget as well as a wide variety of tasks for the administrative office.

Danielle Binzak
Special Events Manager
Danielle is responsible for the special event coordination of all internal and rental client events that take place in the Kimberly Clark Theater, Founders Room, Dress Cirlcle Lobby, and Main Lobby. Danielle also manages the Center's linen useage and set up and tear down team.

Mark Di Pietro
Food and Beverage Manager
Mark manages the overall Food and Beverage operation including concessions stations, valet service and our approved caterers.

Peter T. Duecker
Technical Stage Manager
Peter supervises the set-up of sound systems, stage lighting and theatrical equipment to meet event requirements and also advances and coordinates all stage productions.

Tammy Ebben
Director of Event Management and Access Services
Tammy is responsible for the overall direction of the FOH team including audience services, food and beverage and the coordination of any special events including weddings, meetings, internal events and receptions.

Deb Garetson
Finance and Human Resources Manager
Deb manages human resources and general accounting functions including settlements, invoicing, payroll, sales tax and month end reporting.

Gerald Henley
Director of Theatrical Productions
Gerald oversees all production related activities that take place in Thrivent Financial Hall and the technical aspects of the Kimberly Clark Theater. He is also involved in booking of commercial product.

Polly Hensen
Scheduling Coordinator
Polly manages the calendar and can help you find an available date for your event and answer questions about hosting your event at the Center.

Steve Jahnke
Manager of Volunteer and Audience Services
Steve is in charge of recruiting and training new volunteers to staff the Center, as well as staffing of the House Managers and Floor Managers. Contact Steve if you would like to setup a guided tour of the Center.

Jerry Kohl
Facilities Supervisor

Dave Lucas
HVAC Specialist
Dave is responsible for complex maintenance and technical work repairing building systems, including electrical systems, HVAC systems, ice machines and other equipment common to the operations and maintenance of the Center.

Geri Roberts
Facilities Associate

Jamey Rose
Director of Technology and Facilities
Jamey supports the Center's information technology and phone systems and maintains and supports corporate servers and networks.

Phil Siewart
Maintenance Technician
Phil is responsible for performing general maintenance duties and minor technical tasks required to maintain the structures, equipment and grounds.

Jennifer Smith
Stage Manager
Jennifer's responsibilities include advancing and stage managing various meetings, events and performances.

Tanya Stegall
Finance Assistant
Tanya provides support to accounts payable, account receivable, sales, cash deposits and payroll processes.

Andrew Swokowski
Facilities Supervisor

Niki Swokowski
Facilities Associate

Kris VanDeLeygraaf
Facilities Associate

Rick Volkman
Facilities Manager
Rick is responsible for maintaining the structures, equipment and grounds of the Center.

Ed Zettler
Facilities Associate

Communications and External Relations

Maria Van Laanen
Vice President of Communications and External Relations
Maria is responsible for overseeing all community engagement and learning, marketing and ticket sales activities for the Center.

Ryan Brzozowski
Director of Ticket Sales
Ryan is responsible for the overall ticket sales operations and management of multiple ticket sales campaigns for the Center.

Tara Brzozowski
Director of Marketing
Tara is responsible for the development of Center marketing plans and strategies including advertising placement and promotional activities. She also oversees the Center's public relations efforts.

Katie Di Pietro
Ticket Manager
Katie is responsible for the overall management of ticket office staff and ticketed event sales. She oversees season ticket operations and the preparation and sales for public ticketed events.

Amy Gosz
Director of Programming and Community Engagement
Amy is responsible for programming the Boldt Arts Alive! and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Education series and creating community engagement and education opportunities.

Maggie Haddock
Marketing and Public Relations Associate
Maggie assists in the implementation of marketing plans and strategies for the Boldt Arts Alive! and Broadway series and also manages the marketing internship program and the Street Team.  

Erin Hunsader
Education and Community Program Coordinator
Erin is responsible for managing the Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Education series and coordinating community engagement activities.

Anita McDonald
Ticket Office Supervisor
Anita serves as an assistant to the Ticket Manager and oversees the daily ticket office operations, including the direct management and development of ticket agents.

Kari Navis
Copywriter

Kari creates copy for the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center and its presentations. She also serves as administer for the Center’s social networking initiatives.

Sherry Rougeux
Group Sales Manager
Sherry manages all education and group sales.

Kristin Schroeder
Graphic Designer
Kristin is responsible for designing publications and e-mail campaigns, website design and maintenance, managing the image library and our creative vision.

Advancement

Chad Hershner
Vice President of Advancement
Chad is responsible for overseeing all fundraising activities for the Center including the Annual Partners program and the Future Fund campaign.

Cindy Berton
Director of Annual Giving
Cindy is responsible for the development and implementation of the Annual Partners campaign, business sponsorships and other special funding opportunities.

Carissa Johnston
Donor Services Coordinator

Carissa is responsible for administering Annual Partner benefits.

Diane Zempel
Future Fund Associate
Diane's responsibilities include assisting in the implementation of the Future Fund and providing support to the advancement team.

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