The Mid-Columbia Symphony Board of Directors is responsible for the financial and legal aspects of the Symphony. The Board also operates the Battelle Performing Arts Business Center, which sells tickets and provides administrative support for more than 15 Mid-Columbia arts organizations, as well as housing the Symphony's administrative offices.

Executive and Administrative Staff

Music Director - To be selected after the 2007-2008 season
Tricia Vest, Executive Director
Joanna Zattiero, Concert Manager
Bianca Camorlinga   - Office Assistant


Board of Directors

The Board of Directors retains the ultimate financial and legal responsibility for the Symphony. Board activities include including selecting a conductor, approving concert programs, obtaining revenue to sustain the Symphony, supporting a Young Artist Competition, employing an executive director and staff, and overseeing marketing and publicity.

Jan Greenwell, Board President
Sandra Stanley, Board Vice President
Jean Bookwalter, Board Secretary
Bill McMahon, Board Treasurer

William Brower
John Clement
Susan Eberlein
Melody Friday
Michael Galgoul
Annette Gordon
Robert Henry
Mike Kippes
Kenley Maurer
Marilyn Morford
John Owen
Aaron Pogue
Rod Quinn
Janis Schoonover
Don Six
David Weekes

Operating Budget

Production costs for each classical concert range from $15,000 to $25,000. The Symphony’s budget for the 2006-2007 season was $224,000. About 37% of that is earned through tickets sales. The remainder is provided through the generosity of Mid-Columbia businesses and individuals, with additional support from Pacific Northwest grant organizations. In addition, many thousands of dollars are saved through donations of labor, services, and products.

Contact the Symphony office at (509) 943-6602 to get the latest annual report.