Southampton Arts Center is advancing its mission of community building through the arts with several new hires and contractors in 2021.
Looking to continue to elevate its longstanding role on the East End as an inclusive arts and culture hub, the new team will strengthen its offering of thought-provoking exhibitions and programs under the leadership of SAC executive director Tom Dunn.
“Southampton Arts Center is forever moving forward,” said Dunn. “One of our core priorities is advocating for artists, providing opportunities for dialogue, collaboration, and professional development. Without the support of a dedicated, passionate team, this work wouldn’t be possible. Each team member brings a unique skillset that is strengthened through collaboration. It’s a new and exciting day at SAC.”
Among the new faces at SAC are general manager Joe Diamond, curatorial associate Daniela Kronemeyer, and Diana Torres, who has joined the organization full-time as the business manager. Dunn has also engaged Rachel Bosworth, owner of RB Collaborative on the East End, as the communications manager, Ellie Manko Libby as a fundraising consultant focused on major gifts and individual giving, and re-engaged consultant and former East End Arts Council director Pat Snyder as the development administrator.
This team joins Dunn, operations coordinator Matt Ballard, and guest services ambassadors Marlene Esposito, Nicole Hadix, Sarah Matos, and Nancy Miller. Complementing this team is SAC’s new website, which launched on April 17, to effectively share the organization’s mission, story, and commitment to the community.
“A key institutional priority born out of our recently completed strategic planning initiative is collaborative longer-term planning,” commented Dunn. “I’m pleased to share that we presently have a diverse and dynamic slate of exhibitions — featuring a sensational collection of guest curators and partnerships with esteemed regional and national organizations — lined up through the first quarter of 2023,” Dunn noted. “I’m confident this new team of creative-thinking dedicated professionals positions SAC strongly to bring these exciting programs to life — further realizing our mission of community building through the arts.”