ABOUT
The Hattiesburg Concert Association is a leading presenter and advocate of music, arts, and culture in the state of Mississippi. We are committed to presenting outstanding events that entertain, engage, educate, and enrich community members, students, and tourists of all ages, ethnicities, and socio-economic levels. Our projects and programs improve the quality of life for all residents and visitors to South Mississippi, effect positive social and economic development, and contribute to Mississippi’s creative economy. We have served the region since 1996 and are steadfast in our commitment to strengthen the arts community.
HCA is supported in part by funding from the Mississippi Arts Commission, a state agency,
and in part, from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
The Hattiesburg Concert Association is a 501 (c) (3) organization.
Gifts are tax deductible less the market value of any goods or services you receive as part of your donation.

Executive Board
Amanda Powell, Chairwoman of the Board
David Ott, Immediate Past Chair
Kim Howell. Vice-Chairwoman of the Board
Dr. Connie Roberts, Secretary
Carolyn McLarnan, Treasurer
Dr. Eddie Holloway
Yolanda Morris
Randy Swan
FestivalSouth Staff
CO- ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Dr. Jay Dean
Dr. Mike Lopinto
FOUNDING ARTISTIC DIRECTOR /
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HCA
Dr. Jay Dean
HCA SPONSORS / DONOR RELATIONS /
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Rachel Ciraldo
FESTIVALCOORDINATORS
FestivalHeadliners
Dr. Jay Dean
Dr. Mike Lopinto
FestivalMusic
Dr. Theresa Sanchez
Jorge Gonzalez
FestivalSouth Orchestral Academy
FestivalSouth Youth Programs
Jennifer Timidaiski
Artie Events for Families
Ellen Hunter Ruffin
Artie Reads
Elisha Dailey
Artie Event Assistant
Dr. Jennifer Bruton
FestivalSouth Youth Ambassadors
TBA
FestvialZ Events for Teens
FestivalFavorites
Angela Davis-Morris, Festival5K
Sid Gonsoulin, FestivalGolf Classic
Randy Swan, FestivalSpeaks
Hardy Boyz - Drew Wooton and Jamie Arrington, FestivalLate Night
Signature Magazine, Best of the Pine Belt Events
FestivalDance
Cydney McGee
Festival Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Tegi Jenkins-Rimmer
Michaela Andrews, Intern
Festival Outreach
Kristina Finch
FestivalLogistics
Harlan Mapp, Production Manager and Event Host
David Walker, Front-of-House manager
O'Neil Jones, event assistant
Festival PR/Marketing
Dr. Mike Lopinto, Coordinator
Brett Barnes, Social Media/Photographer
Hanif Lawrence, Electronic Media Assistant
Brittany Hawkins, Electronic Media Assistant
Joshua Wilson, Advertising Coordinator
Ana Ruth Cortes, Videographer
Marc Rivet, Live Stream Coordinator
TBA, Sound Assistant
FestivalFinancial
Carolyn McLarnan
FestivalTicketing
Ivonne Kawas, Coordinator
TBA, Concierge
FestivalFamily
Elizabeth Dickson Schwartz, Volunteer Coordinator
Event Support Staff
Youth Ambassadors
HCA Staff
Dr. Jay Dean – HCA Executive Director, FestivalSouth Founding and Co-Artistic Director
Rachel Ciraldo- HCA Office Manager and Development Coordinator
Dr. Mike Lopinto HCA - FestivalSouth Co-Artistic Director, HCA Graphic Designer
Joseph Wilkinson- Meistersingers Artistic Director
Meistersinger Officers
Connie Roberts,President
Kim Howell, VP for Membership
Robin Roberts, VP for Development
Althea Jerome, Secretary
Carolyn McLarnan, Treasurer