Today, Midland Center for the Arts announced that Steve Schonberg will join the Center’s executive team on June 10th as Vice President, Marketing & Sales. He will succeed Diane Willcox, who previously announced her retirement scheduled for this summer. Steve, well-established in the Broadway community, has relocated to Midland from New York City where he built a strong reputation working in the arts as well as in consumer and nonprofit marketing.
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Diane Willcox Announces Retirement from Midland Center for the Arts
After almost 40 years of dedicated service in the arts industry, Diane Willcox, Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Midland Center for the Arts, has announced her retirement, effective early August 2024.
Drew Moomey Appointed Director of Development at Midland Center for the Arts
Midland Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the appointment of Drew Moomey to the position of Director of Development. In this role, Mr. Moomey will be responsible for all fundraising activities, including overseeing the completion of the Center’s $47 million capital campaign; managing donor relations; establishing corporate partnerships; facilitating planned giving; and seeking foundation support for the organization.
Kelley Kritzman Named Chief Financial Officer of Midland Center for the Arts
Midland Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the appointment of Kelley Kritzman to the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). As the Center’s CFO, Ms. Kritzman will manage the financial operations of the $9 million not-for-profit cultural organization, including overseeing all cash flow, managing the operating budget, financial forecasting, business planning, and overseeing the finances of the upcoming $47 million Capital Campaign renovation project.
Dr. Matt Travis Named Chief Operating Officer of Midland Center for the Arts
Midland Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Matt Travis to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this new position, Dr. Travis will oversee various operations of the Center, including programming, marketing, technical services, and visitor experience. Dr. Travis has been a dedicated administrator at Midland Center for the Arts for over six years, and his extensive experience in arts administration and programming will be pivotal to the Center.
Jon Loos named President and CEO of Midland Center for the Arts
The Midland Center for the Arts Board of Directors has named Interim President and CEO, Jon Loos, as President and CEO of Midland Center for the Arts. Loos replaces former President and CEO Terri Trotter, who served in the role from 2016 through last February. Today’s announcement serves as the successful conclusion to the robust CEO search that the Center Board’s selection committee conducted this year.
Midland Center for the Arts Appoints Jon Loos as Interim President & CEO
The Midland Center for the Arts Board of Directors have appointed Jon Loos to serve as Interim President & CEO while the organization continues its national search for a new leader.
Midland Center for the Arts Welcomes New Manager of Produced Theatre and Theatre Education
Midland Center for the Arts has announced the addition of Travis Kendrick as the new Manager of Produced Theatre and Theatre Education. Kendrick comes to the Center as a professional director, choreographer and educator, having most recently served as the Director of Education for Mill Mountain Theatre and Visiting Faculty Member for both Hollins University and Virginia tech.
Midland Center for the Arts President and CEO Terri Trotter Accepts New Position, Returning to Longtime Home of Arkansas
After six successful years leading Midland Center for the Arts, President and CEO Terri Trotter has accepted a new position and will be returning to her longtime home of Arkansas.
We Are Repositioning for the Future
We are looking to the future – working to ensure our long-term sustainability through the COVID-19 pandemic and envisioning the time when patrons can come back to experience captivating performances on our stages.