A woman conducting an orchestra during a performance. The orchestra members are playing string and wind instruments, seated or standing behind music stands. The conductor is smiling, wearing a black blazer and a T-shirt with a logo, and is standing on a platform. The scene is lit with vibrant purple and pink lighting.

Board & Staff

Meet the Team

Leadership

Our Board

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Laurel Gonzalo

Board President

Officers

Craig Stephens
Vice President

Chris Barnes
Secretary

Anthony Enzler
Treasurer

Trustees

Natalie Coblentz
Eric Charneski
Wes Martin
Lena Mendiola
Lynn Phillipi
Kelly Seago Beaubien
Ingrid Zerpa Trick
Bill Tweit

Renee Ries
Lifetime Trustee

Administration

Our Staff

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Alexandra Arrieche

Music Director

Alexandra Arrieche is a trailblazing conductor, celebrated for blending classical tradition with bold innovation. Her unwavering belief in the orchestra as a dynamic and inclusive space has fueled her presence on and off the podium. With leadership roles spanning diverse ensembles—including Music Director of the Olympia Symphony in Washington, Principal Conductor of the Antwerp Philharmonic in Belgium, and Principal Conductor of Night of the Proms—she brings versatility and a fearless, genre-fluid artistic vision to every project.

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Geoff Yost

Executive Director

Geoff Yost is a designer, strategist, and executive leader who helps arts and cultural institutions broaden audiences, navigate innovation, and sustain their artistic mission. He was named Executive Director of the Olympia Symphony Orchestra in June 2026.

Staff

Mando Surita III
Communications Manager

Anna Barbee
Artistic Operations Manager

Brian Geddes
Personnel Coordinator

Lucy Winter
Music Librarian

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