Meet the Deafstock Staff

At Deafstock Inc., our staff and volunteers are the heart and soul of our organization. These incredible individuals from All Walks of Life dedicate their time, energy, and passion to making the Deafstock Festival an unparalleled and inclusive experience for all.

Their diversity and unity reflect our commitment to inclusivity, embodying the spirit of "Diversity is the art of thinking independently together." From planning logistics to providing on-site support, their hard work and dedication ensure the festival's success.

We are deeply grateful for their selflessness and enthusiasm, which inspire us daily. The Deafstock Festival wouldn't be possible without their invaluable contributions. Join us in celebrating these amazing people who make our organization the best it can be.

Executive Council

David W. Ritchey

Chief Executive Officer

Chair of the Board (Founder)

Tony Maucere

David W. Ritchey

President - Marketing, ASL Communication, and Event Planning (Co-Founder)

Daniel Cook

David W. Ritchey

Daniel Cook

Chief Operating Officer - Customer Service/Support and Talent Search (Co-Founder)

Jo Granaas

David W. Ritchey

Daniel Cook

Executive Secretary/Human Resources Officer

(Co-Founder)

Sandra Ritchey

Bridget Bonheyo

Sandra Ritchey

Executive Administrative Assistant (Co-Founder)

John Turi

Bridget Bonheyo

Sandra Ritchey

Director of Finance

(Co-Founder)

Jason Ingraham

Bridget Bonheyo

Finance Auditor

Bridget Bonheyo

Entertainment Contract Consultant

Dianne Moreno

Kaileigh Sowards

Digital Creator

Kaileigh Sowards

Bartender Coordinator

Mara Toman

Kaileigh Sowards

Charles Haine

Activity Coordinator

Charles Haine

Kaileigh Sowards

Charles Haine

Security Coordinator

Susan Jones

Rosa Rodriguez

Susan Jones

Sponsorship Coordinator

Mike Flynn

Rosa Rodriguez

Susan Jones

Stage Logistics Coordinator

Ivan Jarama

Rosa Rodriguez

ASL Student & Volunteer Services Coordinator

Rosa Rodriguez

ASL Student & Volunteer Services Coordinator

Brian Bard

Procurement Coordinator

Meet the Deafstock Staff

Board of Directors

Steven Granaas

Steven Granaas

Steven Granaas

Aarron Loggins

Steven Granaas

Steven Granaas

Brenda Linkous

Steven Granaas

Eric Gjerdinden

Eric Gjerdinden

Eric Gjerdinden

Eric Gjerdinden

Russell Fleming

Eric Gjerdinden

Russell Fleming

Executive Council

David W. Ritchey

David W. Ritchey

David W. Ritchey

Tony Maucere

David W. Ritchey

David W. Ritchey

Daniel Cook

David W. Ritchey

Daniel Cook

Jo Granaas

David W. Ritchey

Daniel Cook

Sandra Ritchey

Bridget Bonheyo

Sandra Ritchey

John Turi

Bridget Bonheyo

Sandra Ritchey

Jason Ingraham

Bridget Bonheyo

Bridget Bonheyo

Bridget Bonheyo

Bridget Bonheyo

Bridget Bonheyo

Committees

John Austin

Antonieta Gonzalez

John Austin

Scott Kuntz

Antonieta Gonzalez

John Austin

Amy Flynn

Antonieta Gonzalez

Antonieta Gonzalez

Antonieta Gonzalez

Antonieta Gonzalez

Antonieta Gonzalez

Seth Gerlis

Anty Rydberg

Seth Gerlis

Anya Hismin

Anty Rydberg

Seth Gerlis

Anty Rydberg

Anty Rydberg

Anty Rydberg

Andrea Perez

Anty Rydberg

Anty Rydberg

Dianne Moreno

Kaileigh Sowards

Kaileigh Sowards

Kaileigh Sowards

Kaileigh Sowards

Kaileigh Sowards

Mara Toman

Kaileigh Sowards

Charles Haine

Charles Haine

Kaileigh Sowards

Charles Haine

Susan Jones