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Vice President of Finance & Administration
Stuart joined the Cultural Alliance staff in 2010. He administers the Cultural Alliance's finances, human resources, membership, and supervises the other administrative functions of the office. Prior to joining the Cultural Alliance, Stuart worked for Astral Artists, the Arts & Business Council of Greater Philadelphia, and International House Philadelphia. Stuart has a BS in Economics from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
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Office Manager & Executive Assistant
Len Pruden joined the Cultural Alliance in 2005 and became the Office Manager & Executive Assistant in 2011. She assists with membership recruitment and renewal, and provides support to the President as well as in the areas of board relationships, finance and general office functions. She has led peer review panels for Project Stream and formerly served as the administrative assistant to the Pennsylvania Cultural Data Project. She received her MS in Arts Administration from Drexel University and has a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies in Society and Culture from Emory University.
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Vice President of Marketing & Communications
John McInerney has led the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of the Cultural Alliance's marketing initiatives since joining the Alliance in 2004. He currently directs Engage 2020, the Cultural Alliance's new initiative focused on doubling cultural participation in Greater Philadelphia by the year 2020. He has a BS in business administration from Loyola University (New Orleans) and an MS in arts administration from Drexel University.
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Funsavers Coordinator
Sarah joined the Cultural Alliance in June of 2011. Sarah coordinates Funsavers program, working with organizations to submit and finalize offers and creating the email our subscribers receive each week. A longtime Funsavers Subscriber, Sarah enjoys creating the weekly Funsavers email for our subscribers and sharing the wealth of arts and culture in and around Philadelphia. Previously, Sarah has worked in multiple capacities for Hedgerow Theatre and The Broadway Theatre of Pitman as well as other theatres throughout the country. Sarah is a graduate of Dickinson College where she earned her BA in Theatre Arts (Acting/Directing) and a BA in Psychology.
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Research Analyst
Nick joined the Cultural Alliance in 2005. He is responsible for planning and undertaking much of the Alliance’s research on arts and culture in Greater Philadelphia and plays a key role in the production of the Portfolio and other Alliance reports. He has authored papers on both arts and culture and political philosophy.
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Marketing & Administrative Assistant
Shamus joined the Cultural Alliance staff in November of 2012. Currently Shamus serves as Managing Director of The Bearded Ladies Cabaret and works as an actor with various companies in the area. Shamus has been on staff with Flashpoint Theatre Co., Interlakes Theatre, Wolf Performing Arts Center and is a proud uncle of two.
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Director of Web & Communications
Theresa DeAngelis joined the Cultural Alliance in 2002 and became Web & Publications Manager in 2007. She oversees Philaculture.org as well as content and production of the Alliance’s print publications. DeAngelis previously served in marketing and customer relations at CDNOW.com, a pioneering online music store. She has a BA in Music from Gettysburg College.
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Grants & Program Coordinator
Tracy joined the Cultural Alliance in January of 2013. She manages the Pennsylvania Partners in the Arts Project and Program Stream grant programs and works on the planning and implementation of the Cultural Alliances new initiative, the Philly Teen Program. Working closely with the Director of Programs & Planning, Tracy also assists with coordinating program communications, professional development opportunities, and special projects. She was previously an administrative assistant at Drexel University. Tracy received her BFA from Columbus College of Art and Design in sculpture and is currently completing her MS in Arts Administration from Drexel University.
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Vice President of External Relations
Michael Norris joined the Cultural Alliance as Vice President of External Relations in March 2012, where he directs the Alliance’s policy, community engagement and development initiatives.
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Phillyfunguide Coordinator
Anna Neighbor joined the Cultural Alliance in 2013. As Phillyfunguide Coordinator, she advances the Alliance’s mission and programs by managing all aspects of the Phillyfunguide.com events calendar, generating the monthly Phillyfunguide newsletter, and overseeing Phillyspacefinder.com. In addition to her work at the Alliance, she teaches photography at Moore College of Art and Design and the University of Pennsylvania. Previously, she was Interim Director of Communications at the Institute of Contemporary Art. She earned an MFA from Tyler School of Art in 2006 and actively exhibits her work locally and nationally.
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Director of Policy & Community Engagement
Nancy DeLucia joined the Cultural Alliance in 2002. As Regional Director, she has met with scores of cultural groups, community leaders, and educators to inform them about the Alliance’s services, identify needs, broker relationships, and provide guidance on economic development initiatives using the arts. She received a BA in economics from the University of Delaware and an MA in economics from the University of Pennsylvania.
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Director of Development
Tim Weeks joined the Cultural Alliance in 2006. As Director of Development, he oversees the Cultural Alliance's fundraising activities, including institutional and individual fundraising initiatives. Weeks previously worked as a wholesaler and buyer in the interior design industry. He holds a MS in Arts Administration from Drexel University and a BM in piano performance from Cleveland State University. Weeks sits on the Board of Headlong Dance Theater.
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Director of Programs & Planning
Kendra Lawton joined the Cultural Alliance in 2006. As Director of Programs and Planning, Lawton designs and delivers programs and services for the Alliance’s membership and regional cultural sector (including the Philadelphia Cultural List Cooperative, professional development workshops, and public events), and provides support for organizational planning initiatives. Lawton is an adjunct instructor in Drexel’s Graduate Arts Administration Program where she teaches Audience Development and has served as a grants panelist for the Philadelphia Cultural Fund. Previously, Lawton worked as the Director of Marketing & Development for the Cultural Resources Council in Syracuse, NY. She has a BA in Sociology from Le Moyne College and an MS in Arts Administration from Drexel University.
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Associate Director of Development
Kelli Paul joined the Cultural Alliance in June of 2012. Kelli holds an MS in Arts Administration from Drexel University and a BS in Dance/Business from Eastern University. Prior to joining the Cultural Alliance, she worked as the Development and Marketing Manager for The Philadelphia Singers and has taught Master Classes and been a Guest Speaker at Eastern University. Kelli is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and currently sits on the Board of 180 Dance Company.
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Public Relations Manager
Karim Olaechea joined the Cultural Alliance in 2011 and manages the promotion and messaging of the Cultural Alliance’s activities to the media and other key stakeholders, as well as working closely with advocacy and policy staff in communicating with elected officials. Karim has a BA in Political Science from the University of Pennsylvania.
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Policy & Community Engagement Coordinator
Alison Zeidman joined the Cultural Alliance in 2011. She is a member of the policy and community engagement teams, working primarily in support of GroundSwell, the Cultural Alliance's grassroots advocacy initiative. She received a BFA from The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art in 2011.
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