As Executive Director of the Milwaukee Repertory Theater since 2013, I’ve had the privilege of leading Wisconsin's most prolific performing arts organization, overseeing significant growth and transformation. Under my leadership, Milwaukee Rep has grown to become a $17M organization producing 700+ performances annually, and I’m proud to say that the company’s productions are regularly recognized as some of the best in the country by the Chicago Tribune and New York Times. Key accomplishments include eliminating all debt, doubling the organization’s endowment, and increasing net assets from $19M to $100M. I’ve had the honor of leading three successful capital campaigns raising more than $100M and building the new Associated Bank Theater Center. Through these efforts, Milwaukee Rep has maintained annual operating surpluses and is poised for continued growth.Prior to my time at Milwaukee Rep, I served as the Associate Executive Director at Arena Stage in Washington, DC, where I was integral to the opening of the Mead Center for American Theater. During my tenure, I more than doubled earned revenue, reversed a decline in subscriptions, and helped raise $145M in capital funds. I also contributed to the success of multiple Broadway transfers and world premieres, including Next to Normal (Pulitzer), Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (Tony Award), and Wishful Drinking starring Carrie Fisher, among others.I’m also passionate about sharing my knowledge with the next generation. I’ve had the privilege of serving as an adjunct professor at American University, Drexel University, and CalArts. I’m also deeply involved in the local community, serving as the Board President of Milwaukee Arts Partners and as a board member of Pathways High School, ImagineMKE, and AFS Milwaukee.Recognized as Non-Profit CEO of the Year and one of Wisconsin's most Influential Business Leaders by BizTimes, a Top 40 under 40 by the Milwaukee Business Journal, and one of Washington, DC's most influential leaders under 40 by Washington Life Magazine, I’m honored to be acknowledged for my work both in the arts and in my community. I’m also pursuing a Doctorate in Organizational Learning and Leadership at the UNC at Chapel Hill, and I’ve completed leadership training at Brown University’s Leadership and Performance Coaching Program and Harvard Business School’s Strategic Perspectives in Non-Profit Management.I’m always eager to connect with fellow leaders and innovators in the arts and nonprofit sectors. Let’s collaborate on shaping the future of our communities and organizations.