Emily Arden Eakland Email & Phone Number

Palo Alto, California, United States

• Supports organizations and artists in realizing their most ambitious public projects •Curates/facilitates artist retreats focused on rest, rejuvenation, community, and inspiration

Sainte-Croix, Dordogne, France

Envisioned and implemented a week-long international gathering for mid-career artists and cultural workers seeking rest, rejuvenation, community, and inspiration. Handled all logistics and facilitation.

Oakland, California, United States

Oakland, California

San Francisco Bay Area

Cultural Connections provides a platform to connect, exchange ideas, and share resources to inspire creativity and action for Bay Area professionals in the museum, cultural, natural, and science fields.

San Francisco Bay Area

· Developed, in collaboration with the Chief Producer, the artistic and production aspects of major events, including the 25th Anniversary Party and annual YBCA 100 Summit· Provided project management cross-departmentally including event design, vendor management, facilities and staffing, marketing and development· Maintained communication with all onstage talent; handled contracts, travel, and production · Served as day-of event manager, assisted with setup and cleanup· Managed event budgets

Washington D.C. Metro Area

· Produced annual arts-focused events; Porch Fest, Summer Arts Festival, Fall Fest, Procrastinator’s Holiday Market· Oversaw all day-of event coordination including setup, breakdown, and schedule of activities· Managed all artists, volunteers and vendors for each event· Managed all content for website and other online media· Developed all written materials, including flyers and press releases· Created opportunities for neighbors and visitors alike to connect with local small businesses, and to support accessible arts and cultural opportunities

Washington D.C. Metro Area

· Secured vacant commercial properties for short-term arts activation; served as lead designer on all spaces and event layouts· Planned and produced events from large, public festivals and performances to art gallery exhibits and workshops. Clients included real estate development companies, government agencies, nonprofits, local businesses, and individuals· Cultivated and maintained relationships with local and national artists, performers, and educators· Developed key partnerships with residents, businesses, elected officials, and city agencies in order to produce programming that fit the needs of the neighborhood· Consulted for businesses, arts organizations, and individuals to curate locally-sourced art, implement arts programming, and to stage properties for sale or lease· Developed branding and design concepts, maintained website and online presence · Prepared all communication materials including press releases, email newsletters, and flyers

Vienna, Virginia, United States

· Served as on-site manager during private events ranging from corporate parties to weddings· Oversaw all aspects of private event execution, from supervising catering and bar staff, to coordinating entertainment and decor vendors· Provided friendly and informative service as first point of contact for clients, vendors, and guests

Executive Mba, Organizational Leadership

Bachelor Of Arts, Individualized Studies

Architecture