President |
Jennifer Kapinos
Jennifer (she/her) moved to Denton in 2003 to finish her BA in English at TWU. Having happily never resisted Denton's charming gravitational pull, she both raised her child here as a single parent and fell in love with a musician who is part of its unique musical tapestry. They share their home with Will's business, Denton Guitar Repair, along with their two cats, Truly Scrumptious & Nigel Niblett. A former small-business owner herself, Jennifer now works for a railroad contractor locally. Because of her passion for people and love of the arts, she has volunteered for 35 Denton, Thin Line Film Festival, and Denton Freedom House over the 20 plus years she has called this town her home. She is dedicated to building community and very proud to be a part of the work of DMAC, as well as serve on the City of Denton's Music Friendly Task Force. If you run into her on the street, she'll most definitely have a smile for you!
Secretary |
Matilda Weeden
Matilda joined the City of Denton’s Economic Development Department in 2022. Originally from Wisconsin, Matilda moved to Texas to attend Baylor University, graduating with a degree in International Relations. She has been a Denton resident since 2021 after many long road trips up I-35 from Waco to Wisconsin finally got to her and she had to see what North Texas was all about. While primarily engaged in music and art as a consumer, she appreciates their cultural impact on Denton. Matilda joined the board in 2024 as Secretary, to help preserve the Denton identity.
Volunteer Director | Cory Ward
Cory moved to Denton in 1995 and has been a part of the local music scene for the past 25 years, playing in various bands and supporting the vibrant community. He holds two degrees from The University of North Texas, where he has worked for the last decade, most recently in Student Accounting. Cory’s dedication to the arts and his deep concern for the well-being of his fellow artists and musicians led him to volunteer with DMAC. His firsthand experience with the physical and mental health challenges faced by his friends in the industry drives his passion for creating a supportive and nurturing environment for the artistic community. Cory started as the Volunteer Director for DMAC in 2024.
Event Operations Director | Brad Steiger
Brad was raised in a very musical family with both parents being professional musicians. He moved to Denton in 1998, being drawn by the thriving art and music scene, and to attend the University of North Texas. He spent much of the 2000’s playing in touring bands and later transitioned to the business community. Since 2008 he has worked with Little Guys Movers, a local moving company that is also heavily involved in the support of musicians and artists as they employ many of them. Brad has volunteered with many of the amazing local events and shows Denton puts together. Brad currently serves as DMAC Denton’s Operations Director since 2019, originally joining the board in 2017, and may make a rare appearance on stage from time to time.
Art Director | Matthew Long
Matthew is an artist, designer, and lettering enthusiast who has been involved with the music and visual arts scene since moving to Denton in 2009. He is the Curator of Exhibits at the Denton County Courthouse-on-the-Square museum where he designs historic displays and exhibits. For the past 15 years, he has produced murals, hand-painted signs, logos, and illustrations for DFW locals and businesses. As a past beneficiary of DMAC Denton subsidies, Matthew hopes to continue the mission of DMAC Denton to protect our creative community, giving our talent and distinct voice a chance to thrive. Matthew joined the board in 2022.
General Board | Stefanie Lazcano
Stefanie moved to Denton in 2012 and quickly found a home within the music scene. Through her years of touring in bands, she found that Denton has one of the most unique, supportive, and thriving artistic communities across the nation. As a musician and small-business owner, she understands the importance of affordable healthcare on a personal level, and is proud to support the workings of DMAC Denton, joining the board in 2023.