Deafstock, Inc.
Deafstock, Inc.
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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.

Board of Directors

Steven Granaas

Dr. Kojo Amissah

Steven Granaas

Vice Chair

Aarron Loggins

Dr. Kojo Amissah

Steven Granaas

Board Member

Brenda Linkous

Dr. Kojo Amissah

Dr. Kojo Amissah

Board Member

Dr. Kojo Amissah

Dr. Kojo Amissah

Dr. Kojo Amissah

Board Member

Eric Gjerdinden

Eric Gjerdinden

Eric Gjerdinden

Board Member

James Scott

Eric Gjerdinden

Eric Gjerdinden

Board Member

Russell Fleming

Eric Gjerdinden

Russell Fleming

Board Member

Executive Council

David W. Ritchey

David W. Ritchey

David W. Ritchey

Chief Executive Officer

Chair of the Board (Founder)

Tony Maucere

David W. Ritchey

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 Specialist 

(Co-Founder)

Sandra Ritchey

Bridget Bonheyo

Sandra Ritchey

Administrative and Clerical Support (Co-Founder)

John Turi

Bridget Bonheyo

Sandra Ritchey

Director of Finance

Jason Ingraham

Bridget Bonheyo

Bridget Bonheyo

Finance Auditor

Bridget Bonheyo

Bridget Bonheyo

Bridget Bonheyo

Entertainment Contracts Consultant

Committees

John Austin

Russell Fleming

John Austin

Operations Coordinator

Scott Kuntz

Russell Fleming

John Austin

Campground Coordinator

Rosa Rodriguez

Russell Fleming

Russell Fleming

ASL Interpreting Coordinator

Russell Fleming

Russell Fleming

Russell Fleming

Vendor Relations Director

Mike Flynn

Anty Rydberg

Mike Flynn

Stage Logistics

Bob Rush

Anty Rydberg

Mike Flynn

Security Guard Supervisor

Anty Rydberg

Anty Rydberg

Anty Rydberg

Registry Coordinator

Brian Bard

Anty Rydberg

Anty Rydberg

Procurement Runner

Amy Flynn

Antonieta Gonzalez

Antonieta Gonzalez

Kitchen Assistant

Antonieta Gonzalez

Antonieta Gonzalez

Antonieta Gonzalez

Public Relations Coordinator

ASL Interpreters

Jesse Schlueter

Claire Lombardo Miller

Jesse Schlueter

Music Interpreter

Lo Freeman

Claire Lombardo Miller

Jesse Schlueter

Music Interpreter

Donnie Gibbons

Claire Lombardo Miller

Claire Lombardo Miller

Music Interpreter

Claire Lombardo Miller

Claire Lombardo Miller

Claire Lombardo Miller

Music Interpreter

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