Meet the dedicated individuals driving the foundation's daily operations and programs.
Founder & Artistic Director
Engineer, artist, and philanthropist guiding CAF’s entire cultural ecosystem. Andrew treats the foundation as a living laboratory for Beauty, Truth, and Love—investing personal resources, mentoring artists, and ensuring every program delivers practical, human-centered outcomes for Seattle and beyond.
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Vice President
As Vice President, Nonie guides CAF’s finances, philanthropic grants, and day-to-day operations. Her 13-year tenure with the Seattle Public Library system taught her how to serve neighborhoods with empathy, and she brings that same steady leadership to every initiative.
Publisher, PublicDisplay.ART & Director of Art Love Salon
Publisher of PublicDisplay.ART—the region’s go-to arts news, interviews, and event guide for the past five years. Marty channels decades in media (CityArts, Seattle Met, One Reel) to champion Seattle’s arts ecosystem while curating vibrant programming and the PDA gallery inside the Art Love Salon.
Director of Programming
Leads CAF’s events, producing Art Love Salon gatherings, executive salons, nonprofit galas, and creative experiences that help partners meet their goals. Tanya draws on years of storytelling and fundraising work to design imaginative, people-centered events.
Community Engagement Manager
A longtime nonprofit collaborator who connects community organizations to CAF resources. Wendy coordinates funding from Andrew and Nonie’s personal foundation, matches partners with Art Love Salon facilities, and keeps mission-driven events running smoothly.
HR Advisor
An Army veteran who served during the Gulf War, Natalie brings warmth and heart to CAF's people operations. She fosters a workplace culture united by shared mission—building systems, policies, and relationships that empower the team to do their best work for the arts community.
Artist Operations Manager (Seattle Art Prize)
ARC Salon Best in Show winner, atelier founder, and tech-industry alum who now orchestrates the Seattle Art Prize fellowship. As a current Seattle Art Prize fellow himself, Tenaya pairs classical rigor with modern mentorship—coaching fellows daily and coordinating studios.
Event Manager
A Seattle-raised painter who incorporates his daily interactions with all aspects of society as inspiration for his work. Christopher brings his artistic sensibility and community roots to CAF's event operations, ensuring every gathering runs smoothly and reflects the foundation's creative mission.
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