FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

A visionary mural artist and photojournalist, Leah Beach founded DAC to eliminate the starving artist narrative and build sustainable opportunities for creatives. Her leadership is deeply rooted in global community development and firsthand artistic experience, which fuels the mission of DAC. Leah continues to shape the organization’s model and daily operations with unmatched passion and purpose.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Kira is a dynamic digital strategist with deep experience building high-performing teams for hospitality brands. Known for her creative problem-solving and mentorship approach, Kira supports DAC’s staff development and helps shape strategic operations as the organization continues to grow.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

With a background in event planning, outreach, and fundraising through Delaware State Parks, the Center for the Inland Bays, and nonprofit boards, Jennifer brings extensive community engagement expertise to DAC. She currently works in real estate with Compass, blending her strategic networking and marketing skills to elevate DAC’s community presence.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

With over a decade of experience in hospitality sales and event management, Ashlee leads sales teams across three Hyatt hotels and builds strong relationships in the Rehoboth Beach market. Her passion for community connections and entrepreneurial spirit—also reflected in her ownership of Helios Sunglasses—make her a natural advocate for DAC’s mission.

TREASURER - EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Alexis is a high-impact leader in financial services, known for driving operational excellence and cultivating strong, growth-focused teams. As VP and Branch Manager at M&T Bank, she brings deep expertise in process improvement and community banking, making her a vital asset in DAC’s strategic financial stewardship.

BOARD MEMBER AT-LARGE

George combines 25+ years of IT expertise with a passion for the arts, serving as both the owner of NerdsToGo Lewes and a trustee for the Rehoboth Art League. His rare blend of technical insight and creative sensibility strengthens DAC’s infrastructure and ties to the local arts ecosystem.

BOARD MEMBER AT-LARGE

Bryan is a creative force at Dogfish Head Brewery, where he’s led R&D innovation, brand development, and business expansion for over two decades. With a BFA in painting and a career that bridges fine art, design, and craft brewing, he brings an experienced entrepreneurial lens to DAC’s programming.

BOARD MEMBER AT-LARGE

Born and raised in Lewes, Tracy Zigman is a proud advocate for local community development, with a deep commitment to empowering others through connection, positivity, and strategic thinking. She brings extensive leadership and financial experience, along with a robust statewide network and a personal passion for helping others develop and believe in themselves. Her professional background spans consumer finance, corporate leadership, team management, and strategic partnerships, and she is eager to support DAC through community outreach and donor development.

BOARD MEMBER AT-LARGE

Matt Leibel is a seasoned technology executive and lifelong builder with over 25 years of experience leading innovation at startups and public companies. Most recently serving as Chief Technology Officer at Xometry and holding leadership roles at Vistaprint and Resonate, Matt brings expertise in strategic growth, scaling organizations, and supporting creative communities. He splits his time between the Washington, DC area and coastal Delaware and is passionate about DAC’s mission to empower artists and shift the paradigm toward thriving, self-sustaining creative careers.

ADVISOR TO THE BOARD

A seasoned real estate attorney and founder of T. Carney Sussex Law, Tom brings legal acumen and local insight to DAC. With board roles across Sussex Strong and the Big Fish Foundation, Tom’s dedication to regional development and property law informs DAC’s organizational strategy and community footprint.