Ras Tafari Inc. Nonprofit Organization
Ras Tafari Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) cultural festival dedicated to celebrating the legacy of Emperor Haile Selassie I and promoting community uplift through music, education, and the arts. Our organizational structure ensures effective governance, mission alignment, and operational excellence.
đź“‹ Board of Directors
The governing body provides strategic oversight, fiduciary responsibility, and ensures the festival stays true to its mission.
- President / Chair
- Vice President / Vice Chair
- Treasurer
- Secretary
- Directors‑At‑Large (3–9)
đź‘Ą Executive Leadership
The management team executes the board's vision and oversees day‑to‑day festival operations.
- Executive Director / CEO
- Artistic Director / Curator
- Managing Director
🎤 Talent Relations
Responsible for booking, contracting, and supporting all performers, speakers, and cultural presenters.
- Talent Booker
- Artist Liaison
- Stage Manager
- Hospitality Coordinator
- Talent Runner
🏪 Vendor Relations
Manages all external partners, including food, craft, and merchandise vendors. Also operates our internal kitchen, bar, and beverage stands.
- Vendor Relations Manager
- Vendor Check‑in Lead
- Kitchen: Manager, Cooks, Expeditor, Cashier
- Bar: Manager, Bartenders, Barbacks, ID Checker
- Beverage Stands: Supervisor, Servers, Stock Runner
🙌 Volunteer Coordination
Recruits, trains, and schedules the corps of volunteers essential for event execution.
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Shift Schedulers
- Volunteer Check‑in Lead
- Volunteer Runners