Meet Our Board
We bring different perspectives, but have one purpose: to bring more art to the City of University Place.
Ronaldo Rolin President
Ronaldo Rolim is a concert pianist and faculty member at the University of Puget Sound School of Music. With more than three decades of performance experience across four continents, he brings a deep passion for artistic excellence and a global perspective to the UP for Arts Board of Directors.
Having called University Place home for the past four years, Ronaldo values the strong sense of belonging that makes the community so special. He joined the board because he believes the arts enrich lives, inspire critical thinking, and create meaningful connections between people.
Ronaldo is especially passionate about expanding access to the arts, particularly through arts education in schools, and is excited to help bring outstanding artistic experiences to the University Place community. As a lifelong artist, he is committed to fostering a vibrant cultural environment where creativity can flourish.
When he isn't performing or teaching, Ronaldo enjoys spending time in the kitchen and loves to cook.
Denise McCluskey Secretary
Bio Coming Soon
Derek Zhao Vice President
Derek Zhao brings warmth, community spirit, and a love of music to the UP for Arts board. As the owner of Happy Duo Cafe in University Place, he has created a welcoming space where people gather, connect, and share conversation over great coffee. His experience running a local business brings valuable operational insight and a strong understanding of what helps community organizations thrive.
A proud parent of two young musicians, Derek is passionate about supporting arts education and strengthening connections between families, teachers, and young artists. He believes music has the power to calm, energize, and bring people together across generations.
Derek has lived in University Place for ten years, has also served on the board of Tacoma Music Collaborative for four years. Through his work with UP for Arts, Derek is excited to help bring more people out to concerts and expand opportunities for the community to experience music together.
When he’s not running the café or supporting the arts, Derek enjoys cooking—especially making homemade dumplings and bao for family and friends.
Caroline Belleci Treasurer
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Dan Skelley Director
Dan Skelley brings decades of musical expertise and a deep commitment to community arts to the UP for Arts board. A piano technician and business owner for over 45 years, Dan has dedicated his career to the craft of piano service and performance support. In recent years, he has focused fully on piano servicing and currently prepares instruments for concerts at the University of Puget Sound.
Dan has long been an active supporter of local music, previously working in piano retail and helping bring quality instruments into the community. Through his work with UP for Arts, he has contributed to concert production by tuning and servicing pianos, distributing promotional materials, and helping create seamless musical experiences. He also played a key role in organizing and hiring musicians for the organization’s concert series through 2020.
A University Place resident for over 25 years, Dan values the strong sense of community that defines the city. He is passionate about helping University Place grow into a destination for creativity by fostering partnerships between residents, local organizations, and government to support and expand the arts.
Xiaohui Yang Director
Xiaohui Yang is an internationally acclaimed concert pianist and faculty member at the University of Puget Sound. A prizewinner in the Naumburg International Piano Competition, she has been praised as a "tastefully polished musician" and "a magician of sound and virtuosity." Her performances have taken her to renowned venues across four continents, including Carnegie Hall, Ozawa Hall, the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, and the Seoul Arts Center.
After moving to University Place four years ago, Xiaohui and her husband were invited to join the UP for Arts Board. Having quickly fallen in love with the welcoming and vibrant community, they were eager to give back by using their professional experience to support and strengthen the local arts.
As both a performer and educator, Xiaohui believes music is a powerful way to inspire, connect, and enrich people's lives. She is passionate about making the arts accessible and believes creative experiences help build stronger, more connected communities.
As a member of the UP for Arts Board, Xiaohui is excited to foster collaboration among artists, encourage creative partnerships, and expand opportunities for all art forms to reach new audiences. She is committed to helping cultivate a thriving arts community where creativity flourishes and the arts continue to enrich life in University Place.
Savannah Jane O’Malley Director
Savannah Jane O’Malley brings creativity, community passion, and a love of visual storytelling to the UP for Arts board. A painter, muralist, writer, and startup business developer, Savannah has spent the past 15 years blending artistic practice with community engagement. Her murals can be found across the region, including in Bonney Lake, Fife, and at Sunset Primary School in University Place, reflecting her commitment to making art accessible to all.
With experience serving on the KBTC/PBS board and as Special Education Chair on the University Place PTA Council, Savannah brings a unique perspective on arts education and inclusion. She is passionate about fostering opportunities for young people to explore and express themselves through art, believing that the arts tell the stories words sometimes cannot.
A University Place resident for seven years, Savannah values the city’s engaged families and vibrant community spirit. Through her work with UP for Arts, she is excited to help bring more color—literally and figuratively—to the city and its schools.
When she’s not painting or supporting local arts initiatives, Savannah enjoys yoga, spending time with her family, and being on the Puget Sound.