meet the board

Co-Founded A2A 10 Years Ago
Jean Biddle
After partnering with Lisa Mende on a successful Project Safe fundraiser, they were inspired to launch their own nonprofit. With the support of an incredible Board, Artist2Artist has created immersive, music‑driven events that unite people around local needs. From the beginning, they have focused on uplifting local artists and giving back — proudly “partying with a purpose” ever since.

Board Member
David Strickland
David Strickland is the Stage Manager for Artist2Artist, Aubrey Entertainment, AthFest Hull St. stage, Normaltown Music Festival and The Marigold Festival. He was the drummer and founding member of “The Drastics”, one of Athens first New Wave bands and loves supporting live local music and all his musician friends. He is a retired Military Veteran, Master Educator, Counselor and has 3 cats and 2 dogs, all rescues.

Board Member
Lisa Allen
Lisa Allen has made Athens her home since coming to UGA in 1984. She loves the art, music and culture that Athens offers, and being able to contribute to the Athens arts community as a board member of A2A. Lisa has many years of past board experience with Nuci's Space and the Athens Clarke Heritage foundation, now Historic Athens. Lisa is married to photographer Terry Allen. Together they have raised Adrian and Parker Allen.



