Led by the Executive Director, the Executive Committee oversees the day-to-day operations of Festival of Trees, taking care of the regular activities that turn the directives of the board into action. Each committee member leads a team of volunteers who carry out the mission of the organization throughout the year, especially during the annual holiday event.

A Special Thank You to Theresa Diefenbach – Executive Director, 2007 – 2024

Theresa Diefenbach joined Festival of Trees in 2002 as an Administrative Assistant.  In 2007, she was promoted to the Executive Director position, where she served faithfully for 18 years. Theresa retired from this position in 2025, but has remained an important member of the Festival of Trees team, offering her many years of experience to make the Festival a success. The Festival of Trees organization offers Theresa our sincere thanks for all of your hard work and dedication!

Theresa is married to Lenard Diefenbach, who served alongside Theresa as a member of the Festival of Trees Executive Committee, providing site planning, electrical work and mechanical construction for the event.

Kimberly Schneck – Executive Director

Scott Killingbeck – President, Event Planning, Friendship Ornaments

Anina Bachrach – Vice President, Program Ads

David Schneck – Vice President, Webmaster, Social Media, Raffle Ticket Sales

Jill Lezotte-Kates – Secretary, Avon Shop
Jessica Gentner – Gift Shop
Alan Josephson – Gift Shop

Martha Polakowski – Board Member, Tree Delivery
Tricia Baal – Tree Delivery
Dr. Sue Cabadas – Tree Delivery

Cheryl McNamara – Board Member, Tree Designers, Gala Auction, Raffle Prizes

Jennifer Ribby – Board Member, Volunteers

Therese Worniak – Board Member, Sweets & Treats
Karen Worniak – Sweets & Treats

Beverly J. Palise – Money and Toy Trees