Tom Berich is originally from Pittsburgh and has worked in arts, culture and media for over 25 years – most recently as the Program Director for Buffalo Toronto Public Media. He’s also been Creative Services Producer for Montana Public Radio, Producer for Indiana Public Media, and as host of the nationally syndicated music show “World Bridges.” He held multiple positions at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival along with being a producer for Nickelodeon for 5 years. Recently he has been the Company Manager for the Pittsburgh CLO and the House Manager and Artist Service Coordinator for The Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival. As a professional musician he has toured nationally and performed in Trinidad & Tobago, Antigua & Barbuda, and Ghana. When he is not facilitating the creative process for others, he enjoys hiking, rock climbing, and kayaking…and cooking. Lots and LOTS of cooking!