• Lead public programming which engages a wide range of individuals, including students, scholars, community leaders, educators, library and museum professionals, vendors, sponsors, members of the general public, with particular attention to engaging diverse audiences and underserved groups.• Research, write, and design scholar vetted, humanities-based program content for public audiences including exhibits, program guides, articles and teacher resources.• Working with other Council staff, develop and maintain a network of partner organizations, including library, K-12 schools, higher education, museum, history and cultural communities.• In conjunction with the Executive Director and other staff, lead collaboration with local, state, and national partners to implement Michigan Humanities initiatives.• Track current trends in humanities scholarship including innovative and effective methods of public programming, as well as digital initiatives which engage remote audiences.• Identify new program opportunities and offer recommendations to the Executive Director.• Develop outcome-based assessment tools including audience surveys to effectively evaluate programs and prepare reports that reflect program outcomes and meet sponsor requirements. Track program data in Council database and other assessment tools.• Research, write, and submit compliance reports for Council programs and special projects.• Provide input and expertise during panel review for Council grant programs as requested.• Work with the Executive Director and other staff to create and implement program funding strategies. • Work with the Executive Director and other staff to develop and implement effective publicity and promotional campaigns to ensure programs reach intended audiences.

Teaching courses on grant writing and fundraising for performing arts ensembles and nonprofits.

• Raised over $1 million though grants, major gifts, and individual donations.• Led the organization from a $82,000 deficit to a profit in less than eighteen months. • Created and implemented four youth education outreach programs that have impacted over 12,000 students to date. • Developed and implemented a sustainability model that within eighteen months decreased foundation revenue from 40% to 15%, and increased individual donations by 300%. • Built capacity and increased the organization’s operating budget from $280,000 to $480,000 in less than three years. • Introduced free community “behind the scenes” events resulting in new audience growth and increased gate revenues by 40%. • Collaborated with artistic personnel to ensure the integrity and growth of the ensemble. • Prepared and executed all creative marketing campaigns, including social media and website maintenance, contract negotiations and media placements. • Responsible for all government and grant reporting.