CEO
ORANGE COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART
WHY: Oversaw opening last year of $94M museum at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa. Has long history in art world, having previously managed the Aspen Art Museum from 2005-2019. Host of podcast called “About Art” and is author of “Conversations About Art” book series.
IN THE NEWS: Generated 250,000 visitors in first 11 months, about 12 times annual average at museum’s prior location.
NOTABLE: Winner of 2023 Business Journal Women in Business Award.
QUOTABLE: “My life’s work has been to create access to art for all people—I believe access to art is a human right, not a privilege.”