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, Chair
Dr. Connie Roberts, Vice Chair
Malia Lewis, Secretary
Carolyn McLarnan, Treasurer
David Ott, Immediate Past Chair
Marlo Dorsey
Chris Dunkley
Dr. Eddie Holloway
Yolanda Morris
David Shemper
HCA Staff
Dr.Mike Lopinto
HCA Executive Director
FestivalSouth Artistic Director
Dr. Jay Dean
FestivalSouth Founding Artistic Director
Tracy Smith
Donor Experience Manager
Savannah Humber
Media Manager
General Board
Jennifer Clark
Mo and Dick Conville
Veronica Dzugan
Dr. David Echevarria and Jennie Blackwell
Dr. John Gaudet
Dr. Charles Griffith
Lynn McMullan
Aaryanne Preusch
MAESTRAS OF FESTIVALSOUTH
Linda Boutwell-Griffith
Lisa Conn
Betsy McIntyre
Susan Slaughter
Leigh Ann Underwood













