Administration

DAVID SANDS
Senior Advancement Manager, Chicago
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David joined Apollo’s Fire in 2025 after 10 years at The People’s Music School, a non-profit program which provides tuition-free music education to over 800 children across Chicago, where he most recently served as Senior Manager of Artistic Engagement. He holds Bachelor’s and Master’s of Music degrees in cello performance from DePaul University, where he now serves as adjunct faculty for music education. As a performer and pedagogue, David served as a clinician of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, teaching artist for CSO Connect, Assistant Principal Cello of the Chicago Civic Orchestra, and led masterclasses at DePaul and North Park University. As the Founder & Executive Director of playOUT!, he strives to amplify LGBTQIA+ artistry in classical music through performances, commissioned works, and community partnerships.

REES TAYLOR ROBERTS
Development Manager
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Rees Taylor Roberts joined Apollo’s Fire in 2023.  He has previously worked as an organist, staff singer, and director of music for churches across Ohio, Indiana, Arizona, and Arkansas, and has worked administratively with multiple music festivals, concert series, and performing arts organizations.  He holds a Master’s degree from Indiana University in Organ Performance and a Bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University in Organ Performance, and has performed extensively as a soloist and collaborator.

WENDY PARKULO
Director of Marketing & Community Engagement
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Wendy Parkulo joined Apollo’s Fire in 2025. Previously, she gained experience as an arts administrator and marketer at performing arts organizations such as Pittsburgh Opera, Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Quantum Theatre, and the Contemporary American Theater Festival. Wendy holds a Master of Arts Management degree from Carnegie Mellon University and bachelor’s degrees in Theatre and Marketing from Florida State University. Developing a life-long love of performing arts from a young age, Wendy is dedicated to making everyone feel welcome in the arts and is excited to help more people experience something that has had such a positive impact on her life.

TIKAL RIVERA
Marketing and Community Relations Manager, Chicago
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Tikal Rivera is a multi-disciplinary artist and arts administrator from Chicago, Illinois with extensive experience working in non-profits arts organizations in operations, financial aid distribution, and communications. She has also worked as an arts instructor and freelance artist on various artistic projects throughout the country. She is dedicated to making creative organizations and spaces in the city more accessible for artists of all backgrounds and creating spaces for artistic community. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from DePaul University.

HANNA BINGHAM
Social Media Consultant
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You may recognize Hanna from the stage, where she regularly performs as a violinist with Apollo’s Fire. Now, she is also bringing her skills in camera work and content creation to showcase the brilliance of the ensemble beyond the concert hall. Whether performing on stage or working behind the camera, Hanna is passionate about sharing the artistry and excitement of Apollo’s Fire with audiences everywhere.

KELLY COSGROVE
Patron Services Manager
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A native of both Cleveland and Chicago, Kelly earned her Bachelors of Fine Arts in Stage Management from Kent State University. After working at Porthouse Theatre and Playhouse Square, Kelly spent 11 years as a Stage Manager in Chicago before returning to Porthouse Theatre as a Production Stage Manager. Kelly closed her time in Chicago as Guest Services Supervisor for Hamilton: The Exhibition, where she welcomed thousands of guests daily. Now returned to Ohio, Kelly is thrilled to serve as Patron Services Manager for Apollo’s Fire.

GIGI KOKAI
Box Office and Community Engagement Coordinator
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Gigi has always been involved in the arts and knew early on that her passion for the performing arts would be a driving force in her career. She graduated from Robert Morris University with a bachelor’s in management, a human resource minor, and sales certification along with an MBA and Diversity and Inclusion certification. Before joining Apollo’s Fire as Box Office & Community Engagement Coordinator, Gigi gained experience working with arts organizations throughout Pittsburgh and Cincinnati, as well as directing and growing a school theatre program. She is especially passionate about creating welcoming experiences for audiences and finding new ways to connect communities with the arts.

KARI FITTERER
Director of Artistic Operations & Touring
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With nearly 20 years of experience in artistic planning, operations, touring, and education, Kari joined Apollo’s Fire in 2026. She has previously served as Director of Artistic Planning & Touring for the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, where she expanded the organization’s reach across four continents through touring, education, and media initiatives; and as a staff member of Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute, supporting pre-professional training programs for musicians. Kari holds Bachelor’s degrees in Business Administration and Music from Valparaiso University, as well as a Master’s degree in Performing Arts Administration from New York University. She is a former flutist and pianist.

TOM FRATTARE
Production Stage Manager
 
Tom has been AF’s Production Stage Manager for over 2 decades, since 1999. He previously served as Stage Manager for the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. He has a Master’s degree in playwriting. He handles AF’s stage logistics at home and on tour.

ERICA BRENNER
Director of Media Production
 
Erica has been the producer of AF’s CD albums since 2001, and has produced over 20 of AF’s CD recordings. She is also the producer of AF’s concert-videos. A classically trained musician with a Master’s in music from Yale University, Erica spent 20 years as producer and Director of Audio Production at the GRAMMY®-winning Telarc label. As an independent record and video producer, her clients include pianists Orli Shaham and Jon Kimura Parker, orchestral musicians from across the country including Joshua Smith and Michael Sachs (The Cleveland Orchestra), Ryan Anthony (Dallas Symphony), internationally-acclaimed harpist Yolanda Kondonassis and ChamberFest Cleveland. Erica produces AF’s performance videos and CD recordings.

MARTINS DAUKSS
Stage Manager & Staff Accountant
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Martins joined Apollo’s Fire in 2009 as Production Assistant and presently serves as Stage Manager and Staff Accountant. He works in the area of production logistics and stage set-up for rehearsals, concerts and on tour, as well as handling CD merchandise sales on tour. He is a pianist and holds a degree in Music with Arts Management emphasis from Baldwin Wallace University.

SARAH EMIG
Bookkeeping Associate
 
Sarah joined the Apollo’s fire staff in 2025. A graduate of Mansfield University of Pennsylvania with a degree in vocal performance, Sarah has taught private voice and continues to perform throughout south central Pennsylvania and MD. She had the opportunity to tour and perform in Europe as a member of her college’s select choir. As an administrator, she has worked in the field of accounting and as a business manager for various small and mid size companies. She lives in Chambersburg PA with her husband and two daughters.