Jennifer is a small-business owner who moved to Denton in 2003 to get a degree 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 music community. 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. While not a musician or artist herself, she is a dedicated supporter of both and very proud to be a part of the work of DMAC and serves on DMAC’s partner committee, You Are Here. If you run into her on the street, she’ll most definitely have a smile for you!

Matilda Weeden joined the City of Denton’s Economic Development Department in 2022. Prior to the City of Denton, she worked at a local law firm as a legal assistant, helping in a variety of roles. 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. Matilda joined the board in 2024 as Secretary.

Morgan arrived in Denton in August of 2008 to attend the University of North Texas. She earned her BA in psychology in 2013 and went on to get her MBA from Texas Woman’s University in the spring of 2016. She fell in love with the city and decided to stay in Denton after graduation. The art and music scene wasn’t comparable anywhere else! Alongside her husband, Micah, they co-own Pinned Ptera and are both full-time insect taxidermists and small business owners. They do not have a brick-and-mortar location but are permanent vendors for multiple markets across the city of Denton, including Denton Community Market. They also organize and host the Austin St. Artisans market each month at Eastside Drafthouse and Miss Angeline’s. Morgan wants to maintain the amazing creative culture she originally fell in love with and feels her experience as an artist in the community will help ensure that within the work she does for DMAC. Morgan joined the board in 2022 and was Public Relations Director for 2023 before moving to her current role as Treasurer in 2024.

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.

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.

Matthew Long 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.

Ellie is an experienced musician and sound engineer who moved to Denton after meeting an expat Dentonite in Austin.  She has lived all over the world but she fell in love with Denton after visiting a few times and moved here in 2016 where she immediately became active in the community.  When not working DMAC events, she spends her time raising her three children; her daughter, son, and husband.

Stefanie Lazcano 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.

Katherine (she/they), is a disabled and neurodivergent artist, avid gamer, and digital marketer. Originally from “Where Texas Began” in Brazoria County, Katherine moved to the DFW metroplex in 2016. Right before graduating in 2021 from Dallas College with an AAS in Fashion Marketing, Katherine decided to move to Denton after falling in love with the city from a few short visits. In 2022, they created their business, Faul Magic, focusing on digital accessibility consulting and activism for disabled, neurodivergent, and queer individuals through art while pursuing their BBA virtually. A 2023 AccelerateHER alum, Katherine decided to transfer to TWU where she is currently continuing her education with a BBA in Entrepreneurship. Wanting to help other artists, like herself, that are disabled take care of their health, she joined DMAC Denton in 2024. Katherine is focused on all things digital - along with making improvements to DMAC’s web presence, they also co-manage social media with Morgan!