speakers bureau
Americans for the Arts speakers are experts in the economic and cultural development of creative communities and the role of arts and culture in national issues like education, workforce readiness, civic engagement, and international relations.
Talks can be targeted to arts, government, business, education, or combined community audiences at the local, state, and national levels. We present research with key insights and put local results in a national context.
Americans for the Arts is committed to serving communities across the country, especially those with limited resources. Fees range from $500–$20,000 and are negotiated based on availability of preferred speakers and the actual cost of travel and accommodations.
The following speakers and sample topics are available. We are also happy to explore a different topic or customize a speech for your audience - please contact us for more information about bringing a speaker to your community.
Robert L. Lynch, President and CEO
- The Arts in America—National Trends
- Federal Legislative Update
- Arts & Economic Prosperity
- Private Sector Support for the Arts
Mara Walker, Chief Operating Officer
- Strategic Planning
- Mergers and Acquisitions
Randy I. Cohen, Vice President of Research and Policy
- The Arts in America—National Trends
- Arts & Economic Prosperity
- Trends in Arts Funding
- Local and National Arts Index
- Private Sector Support for the Arts
Nina Ozlu, Chief Counsel of Government and Public Affairs
- The Arts in America—National Trends
- Federal Legislative Update
- Political Action for the Arts
Barbara Schaffer Bacon & Pam Korza, Co-Directors of Animating Democracy
- Arts and Civic Engagement: the Power and Potential
- Creative Community Engagement
- Engaging Audiences: Making Arts Participation Meaningful
Marete Wester, Director of Arts Policy
- International Arts Activities
- Private Sector Support for the Arts
Jay Dick, Senior Director of State and Local Government Affairs
- Effective Arts Advocacy
- State and Local Legislative Update
- Arts & Economic Prosperity
Theresa A. Cameron, Local Arts Agency Services Program Manager
- Small and Rural Community Arts
- Arts, Entertainment and Cultural Districts
- Local Arts Board Development
- How to Start a Local Arts Agency
Liesel Fenner, Public Art Program Manager
- Public Art Year in Review
- Public Art and Community Design
- Developing Percent-for-Art Ordinances
Emily Peck, Director of Private Sector Initiatives
Valerie Beaman, Private Sector Initiatives Coordinator
- Starting a Business Volunteers for the Arts
Kristen Engebretsen, Arts Education Program Coordinator
- Arts Education in Your Community