Meet the team that drives Methow Arts.

Our dedicated team at Methow Arts are passionate about enriching our community through the arts. With expertise spanning communications, operations, education, & event coordination, our team works collaboratively to promote & integrate the arts in Okanogan County.

From overseeing arts education programs to curating public art & managing our performances & events, each member brings unique skills & energy to our mission.

  • Sarah Jo Lightner

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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  • Maddie Lee James

    EDUCATION DIRECTOR

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  • Patti Somerville

    OPERATIONS & EVENTS COORDINATOR

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  • Cailee Maestro

    COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING MANAGER

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  • Molly Bonham

    VISUAL ART EDUCATION SPECIALIST

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  • Erin Meehan

    VISUAL ART EDUCATION SPECIALIST

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  • Judith Robertson

    METHOW VALLEY ART SPECIALIST

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Meet the board
that champions Methow Arts.

Our dedicated board members bring a wealth of experience & vision to Methow Arts, guiding our mission to enrich the Okanogan County community through the arts.

With backgrounds in business, education, community leadership, & the arts, our board collaborates closely to support arts programming, foster cultural connections, & champion public art initiatives.

Each member plays a vital role in shaping Methow Arts' growth, sustainability, & impact.

  • Missi Smith

    PRESIDENT

  • Jill Sheley

    VICE PRESIDENT

  • Dorothy Mitchel

    TREASURER

  • Livia Millard

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Betania Ridenour

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Nicole Ringold

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Salyna Gracie

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Ray Johnston

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Don Ashford

    BOARD EMERITUS

together, we bring the arts to life.