Specializing in small-to-midsize arts organizations (under $1.5M), but many of my services — like season booking and public art support — scale for organizations of any size.
Season Planning & Artist Booking
Whether you’re just starting to imagine your next season or already deep into decision-making, I can help you build a thoughtful, mission-aligned programming strategy.
I offer support with:
- Building a programming framework aligned with your mission and values
- Facilitating community engagement to guide curation decisions
- Booking full seasons (including artist outreach, negotiation, and contracting)
- Helping presenters diversify offerings and reach new audiences
Not sure where to start? I can step in to co-create or fully manage your season planning process.
Strategic Planning
Get unstuck and aligned with facilitated strategic planning that fits your organization’s size and scope. My approach is clear, collaborative, and designed to produce a living plan — not just a document for the shelf.
Includes:
- Stakeholder listening sessions
- Board and staff facilitation
- Practical goal-setting and timeline creation
- Final plan documentation with realistic action steps
I know what it’s like to balance big vision with limited capacity — I design plans that work in the real world.
Fundraising Planning
Whether you have a development director or not, I help organizations build fundraising plans that reflect your community, your capacity, and your mission.
Areas of support:
- Campaign goal-setting and segmentation
- Board engagement in fundraising
- Building or reviewing a development plan
- Creating donor-focused case messaging
Fundraising doesn’t have to be scary. I help make it clear, actionable, and aligned with your values
Public Art and Placemaking
Public art isn’t just about the final piece — it’s about process, place, and people. I help cities and arts organizations start, manage, and grow public art programs that reflect their communities.
Public art services include:
- Designing new public art programs from scratch
- Expanding or evaluating existing programs
- Managing RFQs, artist selection, and installations
- Creating templates for RFQ’s, Contracts, and more.
- Helping you fund public art projects sustainably
From sculpture walks to murals to interactive installations, I help make public art a lasting part of your community’s story.
Board Development
A strong board is essential — but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. I work with organizations to activate, educate, and engage their boards in meaningful, strategic ways.
Board services include:
- Board retreats and strategic planning facilitation
- Role clarification and governance workshops
- Building a board culture of advocacy and accountability
- Custom trainings for new and transitioning boards
Whether you’re re-energizing a legacy board or onboarding new members, I tailor the approach to your org’s current stage and culture.
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