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
Connie Roberts, Secretary
Carolyn McLarnan, Treasurer
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
Dr. Jennifer Bruton
FestivalSouth Youth Ambassadors
Jennifer Clark
Artie Opening Event
Ellen Hunter Ruffin
Artie Reads
FestivalFavorites
Angela Davis-Morris, Festival5K
Sid Gonsoulin, FestivalGolf Classic
David Gustafson, Best of the Pine Belt Events
Randy Swan, FestivalSpeaks
FestivalDance
Cydney McGee
FestivalLogistics
Harlan Mapp
David Walker
FestivalConcierge
Mandie McKenzie
Festival PR/Marketing
Dr. Mike Lopinto
Brett Barnes
Caitlin Finch
Gage Hensarling
Lily Wicktom
Event Support Staff
Youth Ambassadors
FestivalSouth Committee
Tay Baucum
Tinyke Cooper
Sarah Dixon
Carole Marshall
Stacie Pierce
HCA Staff
Jay Dean – HCA Executive Director, FestivalSouth Founding and Co-Artistic Director
Rachel Ciraldo- HCA Office Manager and Development Coordinator
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