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BDPA offers young men and women between the ages of 7 and 25 high quality educational and performance experiences in the areas of musical and dance performance. Founded in 1957, BDPA’s objective is to develop personal character through challenging physical, emotional, mental, and social activities while promoting the values of dedication, hard work, and commitment to a team effort. Over 450 young people currently participate in BDPA programs, and over 8,000 young people, in 2,000 families, have been served by the BDPA organization since 1957.

Susie Ferreira	Office	Special Operations & Event Manager
Michael Stone	Office	Human Resources Manager
Shaun Gallant	Office	Chief Executive Officer
Jim Verrett	Office	Chief Executive Officer
David Gibbs	Office	Senior Executive Advisor
Kathy Serksnis	Office	Chief Operating Officer
Scott Chandler	Office	Creative Director
Lucky Kalanges	Office	Director of Bingo
Bret Rios	Office	Director of Gaming
Elizabeth Howard	Office	Bingo Operations Manager
Rick Valenzuela	Office	Vice President of System Blue Education and Special Projects
John Meehan	Office	Director of Community Arts Programs
Benjamin Nadler	Office	Director of Products & BDEntertainment
Lainey Braatz	Office	Director of Operations
Terry Maurer	Office	Director of Transportation
Pep Manning	Office	Transportation Manager
Michael Still	Office	Director of Marketing
Brandon Gedalje	Office	Director of Social Media Marketing
Jack Mizutani	Office	Senior Development Consultant
Kelly Elder	Office	Director of Merchandise
Claudia Erne	Office	Development Coordinator
Jeff McNurlan	Office	Corporate and Grant Manager
Shawn Griddine	Office	Facilites Administrator
Cynthia Houston	Office	Bingo Pleasanton Manager
Nathan Reppert	Office	Bingo Suisun Manager

2023 - 2024 Diablo Wind Symphony Staff

Diane Maltester	Conductor	DWS Staff
John Maltester	Conductor	Artistic Director
John Meehan	Conductor	Composer in Residence/Associate Conductor