Inclusivity & Innovation in Leadership Initiatives (EP.71)

<p>How do we support leaders in the cultural sector?</p><p>In this episode, host Tim Cynova has a fun and fascinating conversation with Gail Crider (President &amp; CEO) and Kristina Newman-Scott (Board Chair) of <a href="https://www.artstrategies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">National Arts Strategies</a> (NAS), an organization dedicated to building and supporting a community of arts and culture leaders who drive inspiring change for the future. We dive into the transformative work they've been doing to create more inclusive and innovative spaces and approaches within the sector through their programs and offerings.</p><p><strong>Episode Highlights:</strong></p><ul><li>Introduction to our guests from National Arts Strategies and their roles within and outside of NAS.</li><li>The history and mission of NAS, and how they are working to strengthen the arts and culture sector.</li><li>The importance of embracing change and adapting to the ever-evolving landscape of the arts industry.</li><li>The role of technology in creating new opportunities and challenges for arts organizations.</li><li>NAS's commitment to its values, and how they're working to create more inclusive spaces within the arts sector.</li><li>The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the arts industry and how NAS has adapted its programs to support leaders during these challenging times.</li><li>The future of NAS and their vision for the arts and culture sector and what exciting things are in store.</li></ul><br/><p><strong>GAIL CRIDER</strong> is the granddaughter of Bob and Carrie, farmers who figured things out as they went and nurtured both plants and neighbors; she is the daughter of Carolyn, an educator who built spaces for people of all ages to understand and learn tools to turn learning disabilities into different abilities; she is the sister of Catherine, a psychiatrist who is as dedicated to truth finding as she is to planet nurturing; she is mother to Alex, a recent graduate who plans to run for public office, dismantle harmfu