The Dalles Overground’s mission is to bring original arts and culture to The Dalles, Oregon, and facilitate, promote, and encourage community, diversity, and inclusiveness through artistic platforms.
The Dalles Overground (TDO) board contains a variety of experts and community leaders. Our organization includes the proven experience and dedication of both founders of Jackalope Jamboree, a Registered Nurse, a marketing and business development consultant, a school teacher, an attorney and community volunteer, a Marine, and a social worker-turned-renowned food and wine expert who has developed award winning wine programs across the country.
This diverse group provides a variety of perspectives on music and culture with the proven ability and know-how to accomplish big things in our community. The Board has experience running large scale music events, non-profit and political fundraisers, community events, and all levels of gatherings. With several parents on the Board, the group also has a keen eye for family friendly events.
The Dalles Overground is a 501(c)(3) non-profit
Our Board of Directors
The Dalles Overground board is a diverse array of professionals who each play a unique and pivotal role in ensuring the success of every project we take on. The majority of our members are residents of Wasco County. We aim to transform our visions into unforgettable experiences that bring together our diverse community and we want our board to reflect that diversity.
Marcus Swift
Board President
Marcus is an attorney and active community volunteer in The Dalles who serves on the boards of numerous organizations and local government entities.
Rian Beach
Board Vice President
Rian is co-founder of Jackalope Jamboree, a community-inclusive event, that has been active for over 5 years in Pendleton, Oregon. Rian and Matt pioneered Pendleton Overground, coordinating concerts, art installations and community events that remain active after twenty years, including a Rock Camp for kids.
Kelsey Alsheimer
Board Treasurer
Kelsey is the owner of Kraken Creative Consulting and works with A/E/C and environmental consulting firms to provide marketing and business development. She has over 10 years of board experience and community involvement in The Dalles and Columbia Gorge.
Chad Colwell
Board Member
Chad has over a decade of event management experience as the co-founder of Jackalope Jamboree, a community-inclusive event, that has been active for over 5 years in Pendleton, Oregon and The Portland Twilight track meet, founded in 2013.
Matt Hensel
Board Secretary
Matt is a former social worker turned owner of two retail shops and wine bars that regularly highlight local musicians and artists. Matt and Rian pioneered Pendleton Overground, coordinating concerts, art installations and community events that remain active after twenty years, including a Rock Camp for kids.
Crisi Lee
Board Member
Originally hailing from Austin, Texas, Crisi has always been close to music and the arts. She has volunteered on a wide range of projects as well as being on the the board of the Marcy Holmes Association.
David Wring
Board Member
David is a graduate of The Dalles High School and was the Physical Education Teacher and Coach at St. Mary’s Academy in The Dalles for two years. David enlisted in The United States Marine Corps in June of 2024 and is serving on the board remotely.