Carder England

Executive Director

Carder grew up in a musical piano industry family. His father and mother have spent their lives in the piano education industry. His experience consists in piano manufacturer relationships, piano consulting, piano logistics, warehousing and service.

As Executive Director, he manages the day to day operation of the organization, including developing relationships with potential grantees, administration, marketing, and piano loan programs.

David England

President

Mr. England has 48 years of experience in the piano industry with extensive relationships with global piano manufacturers. He consults with public and private schools, universities, and many other musical venues on a regular basis. In 1976, he founded one of the Metro Atlanta Music Teachers organizations (Gwinnett County Music Teachers Association). He has served several other Music Teachers Associations over the years. He truly fits his position on the Board of Directors given his passion for what piano lessons and playing the piano has meant to his life. When he speaks to various groups, his personal piano story is quiet amazing and impressive. He has played piano since age 8 and still enjoys what playing the piano continues to contributes to his life.

Mr. England duties as President includes overseeing the direction of the organization, developing and maintaining relationships with potential donors and grantee organizations.

Ian Hebel, MBA

Board Member

Ian Hebel is a graduate of the University of Georgia’s Terry School of Business with a masters in management and marketing. From the piano in the living room to the many guitars on display throughout his childhood home, music has been heavily involved throughout Ian’s life. His experience in business management and marketing provide great value to the board of directors. He currently is the director of planning and merchandising at MSI.