About us
The people
behind the fest.
Chuck Fest is produced by a volunteer board and a working group of committee members from across Southwest Louisiana—people who book the stages, feed the crowd, place the artists, and keep downtown Lake Charles moving all day long.
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Why Chuck Fest exists
Culture, careers,
and community.
Our mission is to enrich and strengthen the cultural heritage and quality of life of Southwest Louisiana by creating unique arts, music, cultural, and community experiences that support tourism and regional economic growth. We are committed to providing education, training, scholarships, and real-world opportunities for students attending Southwest Louisiana universities and trade schools, while empowering local artists, creatives, and individuals entering the workforce with the skills, resources, and business tools needed to succeed in the arts, entertainment, hospitality, and service industries.
Leadership
Board members
The officers who steer Chuck Fest year-round.
- Dave EvansPresident
- Jeremy BroussardVice President
- Cassidy EvansSecretary
- Nanette EvansTreasurer
- Joshua McGeeProject Coordinator
The working group
Committee members
Volunteers leading sponsorships, vendors, stages, logistics, and everything in between.
- Brook HanemannCommittee Member
- Cal SchexniderCommittee Member
- Colton SchexniderDJ Stache
- Joshua FlyodCommittee Member
- Steve CannonCommittee Member
- Blair DerouenCommittee Member
- Donald BucknerCommittee Member
- Jessica FontenotCommittee Member
- Eric CormierCommittee Member
- Ross ConnerCommittee Member
- Logan GuidryCommittee Member
- Rebekah GreenCommittee Member
There is always room for one more set of hands.