The Coeur d’Alene Arts & Culture Alliance is led by an Executive Director and volunteer Board of Directors. The Board provides fiscal oversight and governance in support of the organization’s mission, and makes informed decisions to ensure the long-term sustainability and success of the organization.

Executive Director

  • Abby Light | abby@artsandculturecda.org | 208-292-1629

Board of Directors

  • Chair: Janie Roth | STCU Loan Officer

  • Vice Chair: Kris McILvenna | Business Owner & Graphic Designer

  • Immediate Past Chair: Callie Cabe | Actress & Performer

  • Treasurer: Gina Strobel | Owner of Straight Arrow Tax & Accounting

  • Secretary: Melissa Wilson | Client Manager Marsh McLennan Agency

  • Kathy Beecher | Legal Office Manager (retired)

  • DeAnn Johnson | NIC Advisor

  • Maren Maier | Community Development Chair at STCU

  • Max Mendez | Musician & Educator

  • Ruth Pratt | Vocalist & Former Director of CDA Library Foundation

  • Rod Rada | Architect at Architects West

  • Terri Robinson | Activity Director (retired)

  • Marilee Wallace | North Idaho Alliance (N.I.A.) & Real Estate Professional

  • Marie Widmyer | Business Owner

  • Bobbie White | Cultural Tourism Programmer at Coeur d’Alene Casino


To contact any of the board members, email info@artsandculturecda.org