Arts & Business Council

Individual artists have an impact on a given community through the dynamic aspects of their work and the realization of their creative vision. Often these artists have a lot of people assisting in the delivery of their art. They may be associated with an arts organization. They may have production and administrative teams dedicated to helping them achieve their vision, not to mention the support of family and friends. And, if they are lucky, there may be a cadre of patrons and donors who believe in what they do. There is another cohort of individuals, more than 200 strong, who taken together also has a large impact on Chicago’s arts community—the many dedicated people from the business community who donate their time and talent to assisting arts organizations every day as Business Volunteers for the Arts (BVA). Read more

Professionally, I help organizations to be sustainable through their people processes. I value people learning and having fun while they get results. I am a Talent Management and Organization Development Leader with extensive experience in the Healthcare, Consumer Products and Government sectors. I have worked for Blue Cross Blue Shield, Quaker, Pepsico, and the Internal Revenue Service. My introduction to the Arts & Business Council of Chicago sprang from a brief, and seemingly casual conversation Read more

Get connected to the A&BC, Chicago's diverse and dynamic arts community, people who share your passion for the arts; and to a community of professionals. Read more

Board service is a form of volunteerism that dramatically exemplifies the symbiotic relationship between arts and business. Read more

Even when pulled in many directions, taking time for professional development makes sense. Read more