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Protecting a Legacy ~ Promoting the Arts

Oxford Community Arts Center Staff

The Oxford Community Art Center consists of a small staff who works to preserve and maintain our beautiful historic building and grounds—and to bring arts programming to Oxford and the surrounding area. Together, they work to ensure OCAC’s ability to serve future generations of artists, performers, audiences, and visitors.

Leadership Staff

Heidi E. Schiller
Executive Director
Since January 2021

Heidi Schiller is the key management leader for the organization, supervising and directing all staff efforts. Responsible for planning, organization, and direction of the organization's operations and programs, she oversees all aspects of the organization, including:

  • Administration of financial affairs
  • Marketing, community relations
  • Grant writing, donor development, and recognition
  • Design and evolution of existing and new programs
  • Collaboration with partner organizations and the community
  • Management of staff, interns, and volunteers


Donna Stevens
Facilities Coordinator
Since January 2005

Donna Stevens supervises day-to-day facility operations. She works with individuals, groups, and organizations interested in renting OCAC for their special events. In addition, she helps develop and coordinate programs and classes. Donna's responsibilities include:

  • Building operations, including studios and facility rentals
  • Program planning, including management of event staff
  • Community engagement and event logistics
  • Collaboration with community members and partner organizations to plan and coordinate special events, including weddings, corporate dinners and speakers, special meetings, commemorative occasions, performances, and more.


Bonnie Kretschmer
Office Manager
Since March 2017 

Bonnie Kretschmer handles day-to-day front office clerical operations in support of OCAC's mission. She's responsible for:

  • Accounts payable/receivable
  • Donor database input and reporting
  • Class registration administration
  • Exhibit inventories, labeling, art sales
  • Contract implementation for Instructors, Performers, and Studio Renters


Carolyn Lunt
Arts Program Coordinator
Since October 2024

Carolyn Lunt coordinates ongoing classes, workshops, and instructors. She also works closely with the full adim team to supervise event volunteers. She's responsible for:

  • Oversee planning and evaluation of arts education programs
  • Hire and supervise contract instructors
  • Recruit community and Miami volunteers for OCAC events
  • Maintain online databases and registrations
  • Serve as staff liaison to the Program Committee

Our Team

      • Eric Hanekom - Grounds Maintenance, since 2020
      • Jana Byrd - Building Attendant, since 2023
      • Mattie Foster - Building Attendant, since 2024
      • Jim Meador - Building Maintenance, since 2002
      • Michael Condo - Building Attendant, since 2023
      • Quintin Pace - Building Attendant, since 2015
      • Ron Hautau - Theatre Technician, since 2022
      • Warren Wright - Building Maintenance, since 2002

 

Our Heartfelt Thanks:  Caroline Lehman Croswell served as the Oxford Community Arts Center's first Executive Director from December 2006 to October 2020. Under her guidance and vision, OCAC bloomed from an idea into a strong community organization. She leaves Oxford a solid foundation from which to adapt and evolve. We thank her for 14 years of dedication and hard work and wish her well in retirement!

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