Bringing people together through the arts is Katie’s passion, and that is just what she tries to do as the Executive Director of the Asheville Area Arts Council. Along with AAAC’s dedicated staff and board, she works to amplify what is happening in Buncombe County’s vibrant arts communities, as well as to ensure the continued sustainability and growth of the areas richly diverse cultural sector. Katie has more than 18 years of experience working in the Asheville arts sector and holds a Master’s degree in Arts Leadership & Cultural Management from Colorado State University and a BA in Drama from UNC Asheville. She also currently serves as the Chair of the City of Asheville’s Public Art & Cultural Commission, on the board of ArtSpace Charter School, and on the Buncombe County School Arts Advisory Council. .