MEET OUR TEAM
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Ben Shafer
Executive Director/ Co-founder
Ben has a passion for helping other artists achieve their goals in their life. As the Executive Director, Ben is in charge of leading the overall vision of the organization.
ben@402artscollective.org
(402) 944-1979
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Steve Hydeen
Education Program Director
Steve provides oversight and direction to the 402 Acting Academy program. He has a passion for guiding actors and actresses on their journey on stage, screen, or in life.
Steve@402artscollective.org
(402) 542-5118 -
Christa Bartsch
Administrative Assistant
Christa is the friendly face you will find at the front desk of our 402 West location. She also assists with a variety of tasks to keep things running smoothly. Her desire is to help provide opportunities to enrich lives through the joy of the arts.
christa@402artscollective.org
(402) 235-4797 -
JEN LANOHA
Jen is our in-house marketing pro. She specializes in helping artists develop classes and group lessons that are engaging, educational, and helpful. She has a passion and special skills to help the community know about the amazing educational activities offered by the 402 Educational programs.
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CHLOE METTENBRINK
Communication/Marketing Intern
Chloe oversees the social media content and various digital artist resources for Artist Members. As a visual artist, she finds great joy in helping other artists succeed and discovering the joy of creativity.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Jim Shaffer
CO-FOUNDER, CHAIRMAN
Jim@402artscollective.org -
Niel Nielsen
VICE CHAIRMAN
Niel@402artscollective.org -
JAMISION HORTON
BOARD MEMBER
jamison@402artscollective.org -
Brett Hicks
BOARD MEMBER
Internal Culture Committee Chair
brett@402artscollective.org -
Raj Lulla
BOARD MEMBER
raj@402artscollective.org
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Dr. Robert D. Moore
BOARD MEMBER
bob@402artscollective.org -
Tom Teckmeyer
BOARD MEMBER
Financial Committee Chair
tom.t@402artscollective.org -
Dan Moresette
BOARD MEMBER
Facilities Committee Chair
dan@402artscollective.org