MEET OUR TEAM

  • 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
    Schedule a meeting

  • 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.

    jen@402artscollective.org

  • 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.

    chloe@402artscollective.org

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • 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

  • 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