HFI Board Members
The Hippodrome Foundation’s Board is made up of local artists, leaders, and visionaries committed to carrying out HFI’s mission — inspiring Maryland students and communities through the performing arts.
| Melissa O. Martinez, Esq. | |
| Arthur F. Bell, Jr. | Neil M. Meltzer |
| Keith Campbell | Robert G. Merrick, III |
| Anna Celenza | Walter D. Pinkard, Jr., Co-Chair |
| Augie Chiasera | Phylicia Porter |
| Julie Cox | Thomas Regnante |
| Michael E. Cryor | J. Michael Riley |
| Herbert D. Frerichs, Jr. Esq. | Kurt Schmoke |
| Denise Galambos | Zachary D. Shankman, Esq. |
| Jonathan M. Genn, Esq. | Kristin Vogel |
| Dr. Bruce E. Jarrell | Nichole Baccala Ward, Co-Chair |
| Richardo Johnson | Dennis H. Weinman |
Serving on the Hippodrome Foundation (HFI) Board — making the performing arts accessible for Baltimore children — has been an honor that hits home. I came to the United States years ago as a young person not knowing the English language. I joined the drama club in Middle School, and it helped immensely. The theater program helped me to develop language and presentation skills and gave me confidence that helped me develop into the attorney I am today. HFI makes free performing arts programs possible for students who might otherwise not be able to participate. The HFI Board works to “raise the curtain on opportunity for young people.” I invite you to support us as we work to make a difference in Baltimore.
Melissa Martinez
Partner, McGuire Woods