Fayetteville Dogwood Festival Announces 2026–2027 Board of Directors
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival is proud to announce its 2026–2027 Board of Directors, welcoming 17 community leaders who will help guide the organization as it continues its mission of bringing free, accessible arts, entertainment, and community experiences to Fayetteville and Cumberland County.
The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival Board of Directors is more than a governing body, it is a working board. Members volunteer countless hours throughout the year, working alongside the Executive Director and volunteers to support events, build community partnerships, and help bring the organization's programs to life.
“Our Board members aren't simply names on a roster or votes around a table,” said Kaylynn Suarez, Executive Director of the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival. “They show up. They sweat. They work long hours alongside our volunteers because they believe in what Dogwood means to this community. Every person brings a different perspective, skill set, and connection to Fayetteville, but they are united by a shared commitment to serving our community.”
2026–2027 Executive Board of Directors
Isabella DePietro — Chairwoman
Amber Little — Vice Chairwoman
Tara Long — Treasurer
Brad Johnson — Secretary
Jackie Tuckey — Immediate Past Chairwoman
2026–2027 Board of Directors
Jenny Schleusener
Brent Underwood
Darrell Purcell
Cameron Carlotti
Jackie DeJesus-McGill
Anthony Peterson
Randy Scott
Shelli Shaver
Ashley Salas
Sara Ballard
Travis Lowry
Mark Wilderman
The incoming Board will help lead the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival into an especially significant season as the organization prepares for the 45th Annual Fayetteville Dogwood Festival on April 23rd-25th 2027, while continuing to expand its year-round programming and community impact.
For more than four decades, the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival has been a community tradition centered around bringing people together through music, arts, culture, local businesses, vendors, and shared experiences. The organization remains committed to providing free-to-attend programming while creating opportunities for artists, small businesses, community organizations, sponsors, volunteers, and residents to connect.
“The next chapter of Dogwood is about honoring the tradition that got us here while continuing to grow what this organization can do for Fayetteville,” Suarez said. “With this Board beside us, we're excited about what's ahead.”
About the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival
The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival is a nonprofit (501c3) organization dedicated to producing free community events that celebrate arts, entertainment, culture, and the people of Fayetteville and Cumberland County. Through its annual festival and year-round programming, the organization works to create accessible experiences, support artists and local businesses, encourage volunteerism, and strengthen community connections.
Media Contact:
Kaylynn Suarez, Executive Director of the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival Foundation| Director@TheDogwoodFestival.com | www.TheDogwoodFestival.com
