Meet the Team

PRESIDENT

George is a lifelong Corvallis resident and dedicated member of Corvallis Fall Festival since 1978. He has been deeply involved in the broader community through organizations including Celebrate Corvallis, the Benton County Fair Board, the Corvallis Jaycees, and the Vina Moses Center, among others. Honored as both Junior First Citizen (1993) and First Citizen of Corvallis (2018), George counts community, leadership, and service among the cornerstones of his professional and personal life, and remains dedicated to contributing to the growth and vitality of Corvallis.

TREASURER

Barbara worked as a restauranteur for over 40 years, creating with food and serving in a place of comfort and beauty. She has explored and dabbled in fiber, basketry, fused glass, watercolor, gardening and crafting with friends. She loves what the Fall Festival brings to our community and has been an active volunteer and participant for years.

SECRETARY

Jayne joined the Corvallis Fall Festival in 2022 and has quickly become a valued part of the organization. She is deeply connected to the local arts community through her volunteer work with the Patricia Valian Reser Center for the Creative Arts (PRAx) at Oregon State University, the Hult Center, the Willamette Valley Symphony, and the Medical Reserve Corps.

PAST PRESIDENT

Travis has been involved in Corvallis for most of his life. Having co-owned Gracewinds Music with his parents, he has a lot of music in his past. Has served on the CFF board for many years. His family of five all agree the CFF is one of our area’s most cherished events to look forward to every year 

DIRECTOR

Inge joined CFF in 1986 and loves to be involved with the Corvallis community. A WaFd employee for 41 years, she enjoys gardening, hiking, and canoeing.

Favorite quote: “The service you do for others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.” - Muhammad Ali

DIRECTOR

Dru is an artist and arts advocate who joined the Corvallis Fall Festival in 2015. A member of Teal Artist Cooperative for 38 years, she brings deep roots in the local arts community to her role. She also serves on the board of The Kareng Fund, which provides emergency relief to artists, and as a Steward of Camp Robbinswold, a Girl Scout camp on Hood Canal in Washington.

DIRECTOR

Erin has lived and worked in the Corvallis community for more than 30 years. She recently retired from Oregon State University after a 22-year career in marketing, communications and event management for the College of Liberal Arts. Most recently, she played an integral role in the opening of PRAx, serving as both the Associate Director of Events and Production for the inaugural season and as Senior Events Manager. She has served on the boards of da Vinci Days and the Benton County Cultural Coalition, and volunteers with Corvallis Kaleidoscope and the Graand Kinetic Challenge.

DIRECTOR

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Donele’s professional event-planning journey started in wineries, managing one of the largest venues in Lane County. Returning to her hometown, she created events and marketing to promote local artists at the Milwaukee Art Museum for 7 years. Happily back in the Valley with her daughter, Donele spends her time DIYing and being grateful for the Best Job in the World.

COMMUNICATIONS & MUSIC MANAGER

Caitlin is a musician and arts organizer who joined CFF in 2022. An all-ages concert promoter for over a decade, she is passionate about creating accessible, inclusive live music experiences that foster community connection and platform unique voices.