Board of Directors

Mission Statement – We present excellent culturally diverse music experiences to enrich and build the fabric of community.

Vision Statement – Celebrating Together!

Value Statement – To expose, entertain and enrich our community by delivering an excellent presentation of culturally diverse music and related artistic experiences, engaging a multi-generational audience.

Currently, there are 14 Board Level Committees: Each Board Committee is led by a Board Director, features a staff representative and may include a volunteer at large.

Expanded terms of reference for each committee can be provided upon request.

ACCESSIBILITY – To provide support and research to provide accessibility options throughout the festival and on the grounds. 

AUDIENCE EDUCATION – To provide information, background, and knowledge about the purpose and products of the SAFMS.

ENVIRONMENT – To develop and deliver on a short and long-term plan that reduces our environmental footprint and allows our festival to excel in this regard.  Promote sustainability in environment practices.

FINANCE – Review implication of financial decisions and ensure that financial processes and procedures remain current with the needs of the Board.

GOVERNANCE – The purpose of the Governance Committee is to establish and maintain an effective governance structure that reflects and supports SAFMS Constitution and Bylaws.

HUMAN RESOURCES – Oversee the performance of the Executive Director, and assist in HR operations at the request of the Executive Director and/or the Board of Directors.

INFRASTRUCTURE – To monitor, envision and participate in matters that pertain to the infrastructure and community relationships affecting the festival and office sites.

MERCHANDISE – To ensure that all merchandise related expenditures are managed appropriately.  The purpose of this team is to provide direction and support for the Administrator and Merchandising Coordinator in regards to the related expenditures within the approved budget. 

PROGRAMMING ADVISORY – To support the Artistic Director in the selection of performing artists for the main festival and off-season SAFMS programming.

SCHOLARSHIP – To administer and coordinate the selection of a worthy student to receive the annual scholarship.                    

STRATEGIC PLANNING – To facilitate the planning of a strategic plan to focus and guide Board and staff decision-making.

35th ANNIVERSARY PLANNING – To support and plan the celebration of ROOTSandBLUES Festival’s 35th Anniversary year in 2027

VOLUNTEER – The purpose of this team is to provide direction and support for the Volunteer Coordinator and Executive Director regarding volunteer recruitment, retention; and to manage volunteer related expenditures within the approved budget.

YOUTH ADVISORY – A group of youth to support the Artistic Director in the selection of performing artists for the main festival and off-season SAFMS programming.