Meet The Team

The Inland Empire Musicians Hall of Fame is powered by a passionate team committed to celebrating our region’s rich musical heritage and supporting the next generation of talent. From organizing programs and workshops to connecting with the community, each team member plays a vital role in bringing our mission to life.

Get to know the people who make IEMHOF possible and learn how their dedication helps inspire and empower musicians across the Inland Empire.

Executive Board of Directors

Julian Morgan

Founder, CEO and President

Julian Morgan is the Founder, CEO, President, and Executive Producer of M and M Productions Inc. He has worked as a musician and a music producer for over 50 years. Julian has owned and operated his own recording studios in Southern California since 1982.

M and M Productions Inc. was founded in 2010. However, M and M Productions Inc. has been around for quite some time, evolving from its origin as Morgan and Morgan Productions, which was also founded by Julian in 1982. At that time, Julian owned and operated his own recording studio in Riverside, California….

Being a musician himself, he started this company with the intent of providing his local, hometown musicians an affordable recording studio where they could record and produce their own music. He progressively grew the business into a larger recording studio in the Riverside and Los Angeles areas. After years of operating his recording studios, he decided to expand the company in 2010.

In July of 1986, Mix Magazine wrote about Julian’s involvement with World Soundworks in Burbank, CA, where his work as a recording engineer and music producer were highlighted on two major projects. The first project was his work with Arthur Wright of Motown Records, to engineer and produce the Hill Sisters. The second project was working on songs for Hands Across America, a powerful charity event that raised $34 million to fight hunger, homelessness, and help those who are impoverished.

Julian’s in-depth experience and knowledge, acquired in over 50 years of hands-on music production, performance, and promotion work, has proven invaluable to the success of M and M Productions Inc. By expanding his vision of the company, he began assembling high caliber musicians, who have transcended into two R&B groups, 2Creation and 2Natural. These two groups through not only Julian’s shaping and training, but music composition as well, provide the unique sounds of American Soul and R&B to Asian night clubs that now sell out in Japan and China regularly and who are currently scheduled for multiple Asian tours throughout various venues.

Julian has written, recorded, produced, performed, and toured with groups and/or members of Tower of Power, Rose Royce, Commodores, Expose, A Taste of Honey, The Platters, Undisputed Truth, Rocky Padilla, Andrea Miller, Jessica Beaza, Z-Looke, Cedar Breaks and numerous other groups from a variety of genres, including Latin, Rock, Country, Jazz, and R&B.

In 2014 Julian co-wrote, produced, and arranged Jessica Baeza’s album, “Dame De Ti”, that was released by M and M Productions Inc. in 2015. In 2016 we were proud to announce that this album was nominated for two Tejano Grammys.

Arlene Griffin

Chairman and Mentor

Arlene serves as Chairman for the IEMHOF (Inland Empire Musician Hall of Fame) and Chief Strategic Officer for M and M Productions Inc. She is dedicated to the key deliverables of IEMHOF’s mission and purpose with the utmost regards to integrity and creditability. She embraces the importance of “keeping music alive” by preserving and honoring musical history through the Hall of Fame platform and teaching children music with an emphasis on the less than privileged children.

As Chairman of IEMHOF, Arlene’s brand name speaks for itself as a business entrepreneur, founder and CEO of her consulting firm. She dedicates her time to IEMHOF with multi-dimensional expertise in several aspects of the business to include executive leadership development strengthening internal collaboration, policy and regulatory compliance, strategic multi-level long term fiscal planning, financial planning, risk management, fundraising, grant management, human resources, mentoring emerging leaders and basics of business law in both the Non-Profit and For-Profit business segments. She appreciates being a contributor of fostering and impowering others to their full potential.

Arlene’s extensive experience includes nearly 45 years in high level CFO (Chief Financial Officers) positions including former CFO for a Fortune 100 and for a Fortune 500 company, managing multibillion dollar international companies to small turn around business. Her creditability is evidence based, managing multi-currency upwards of $500 million within the profit sector. She is well respected by her business colleagues and has been instrumental in developing countless employees through growth of their careers. Arlene is relentless and passionate in getting things done right the first time and continuously seeking opportunities to improve beyond status quo.

Arlene earned her Master of Business Management with an emphasis in Finance, and her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, and earned a CPA license (inactive).

Arlene enjoys her fulltime position as the CFO (Chief Financial Officer) in the rapidly growing Aerospace industry and an organization of 75 years. Where she has been instrumental in growing the top line by 56%, employee base, preserving jobs and leading the acquisition of other businesses and building an infrastructure to support amazing growth opportunities.

Arlene believes in work and life balance and is dedicated to living a happy, peaceful, healthy lifestyle that includes several hours a week at the Pilates studio, cardio work at the local gym, golfing and she loves to sing and dance to music. Her heart bleeds all things music at the core of her being.

“Working closely with Julian and the Executive Board Members has been especially rewarding for me as I have found a place to call home that allows me to honor my late daughter’s memories, carry forward her legacy, her love for music and her passion for helping children”

Arlene Griffin

Carolyn Tagariello

Treasurer & CFO

Carolyn serves as the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for the Inland Empire Musician Hall of Fame and as the Chief Financial Officer for M and M Productions Inc. She is fully integrated into both organizations working closely with the CEO – President, Julian and trusted to manage all financial and cash activity. She is regarded amongst her colleagues as an individual of high integrity with the utmost respect. Carolyn also spearheads all aspects of IT with her engineering background and in close partnership with IEMHOF web designer has been instrumental in its development.

in addition to her work with IEMHOF and M and M Production, President of Living Springs Church Board. She also mentors and teaches woman with their walk with God.

Carolyn earned her Master of Science of executive leadership degree from the University of San Diego Graduate School of Business. In addition, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Bachelor of Science in Political Science degrees.

During her professional life spanning more than three decades, she has contributed to the success of the companies where she has worked as an engineer and manager. Now, she is combining her engineering and leadership skills with her passion for music production, sound recording and information technology.

“The two most important days in your life and the day you were born and the day you found out why” – Mark Twain

Connie Breece

Vice Chair and Secretary

Connie was introduced to music when she was young and her dad purchased a grand piano. Later her family would open two clubs in Riverside,  The Purple Haze in Arlington and Diamond Lil’s in Woodcrest, and one club in Palm Springs/Cathedral City, Nasty’s.

After being in the food service industry for 25 years, Connie was offered the opportunity to teach ‘at promise’ students at Guajome Park Academy and SIATech Public Charter High School located on the Inland Empire Job Corps Center for 19 years. She retired in 2019. She loved working with her students and considered them all her children.

In 2021 Connie became Secretary for the Inland Empire Musicians Hall Of Fame and later Vice-Chair/Secretary.  She feels fortunate to be a part of such an amazing organization that is working to bring music to children in the Inland Empire.

Connie believes that working for M and M Productions is a “blessing” and she has found yet another calling.

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Charles C. Johnson

Chief Operations Officer

For 10 of the 12 years, Charles Johnson played in the Jr & Sr band, showcasing his musical talents on the Baritone Horn, Drums, and B Flat Trumpet. Upon graduating in 1970, he pursued higher education at Henderson State Teachers College in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. During the summer of 1971, a vacation in Southern California led him to Highgrove, where he delved into the local music scene.

In Highgrove, Charles connected with like-minded musicians who reignited his passion for music, reminiscent of his days playing in juke joints with cousins Duke & Michael Burks. Notably, Michael would later be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and designated as the Music Ambassador of Blues for Arkansas.

What was initially a summer vacation evolved into a permanent relocation, with music becoming his lifelong pursuit. Charles joined several bands, including Truth, Raggz, and Cutty. In 1980, he established Johnsound Recording Studio in downtown Riverside, later merging with StageMaster Productions, led by CEO Julian Morgan. This union gave birth to The OG Bad Boys, a Rock & Soul Band. While Charles shifted from horn player to bass guitarist, his love for music remained steadfast. The band included Jeffrey (JD) Norris on Drums and Percussions (RIP), Billy (Boy) Gonzales on Keys and Piano, Tyrone (Terriblet) Cowens (RIP), and Bobby G on Guitar, with Trey Stone & Mark Douglas handling Guitar and studio recording.

Charles embarked on a remarkable journey in music, filled with memorable experiences, rewards, and encounters with stars and celebrities. He graced renowned venues such as Speak Easy, Trubadour, Mr. Woodley’s, Four Torches, and the Queen Mary, to name a few. Those years were invaluable for learning and growth. His journey continued as he took on roles as Music Director and Graphic Designer for the IEMHOF (Inland Empire Musicians Hall of Fame), becoming an integral part of this growing institution. The adventure doesn’t end here—join Charles and enjoy the ride.

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Rochelle Shell

Chief Administrative Officer

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Jennifer Ceja

Director of Events

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Robert Kreutzer

Radio Director & Host

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Susan Parker

Editor and Graphic Artist

Susan’s been in the pre-press production field since paste-up and ads were all done by hand. When computer graphics came into the scene, her heart was just not into relearning the whole new game. With a passion for letters, logos, and wordplay, she’s a powerhouse of brainstorming creativity.

Decades later, she noticed how common it was for modern graphics to lack basic design elements. So she decided to get certified in Applied Digital Media at Riverside City College. Although she quickly learned she’d never keep up with the younger students who would whiz through the Adobe Suite courses, her work was always in the top. It took a bit longer, but she completed the program on the Dean’s List.

Dedicated to civic duty, Susan is always active in some group, committee, or board. For instance, she serves as a Board member on the Riverside Neighborhood Partnership (Ward 3 Representative), has served as an Election Precinct Poll Officer (several times), worked as a campaign volunteer for Mayor Loveridge, is a Madison Elementary School Site Council/PTA liaison, and serves on the Riverside West Coast Blues Festival Planning Committee. 

She’s been an integral part of Inland Empire Musicians Hall Of Fame since 2019 as Board member, publicist, graphic artist, and social media network admin.

Executive Advisory Board

  • Dell Roberts
Founder
Adrian Dell and Carment Roberts Foundation (35 years)

  • Dr Marshal Hawkins
Founder
Idyllwild Arts Jazz Program

Co-Founder
Jazz in the Pines
Deeply committed to teaching school children music