We are pleased to welcome three distinguished new members to the Institute Board:
— Sarah Calderón – U.S. Cultural Policy Fellow at Stanford University and former Executive Director of Creatives Rebuild New York. Sarah brings leadership experience in advancing artists’ economic stability and in statewide initiatives for employment and guaranteed income.
— Ana Chireno – Vice President at the MiRam Group, Ana specializes in issue-based advocacy, strategic coalition-building, and stakeholder engagement across sectors, with a strong background in supporting immigrant communities and civic participation.
—Stefaan G. Verhulst – Co-Founder and Chief Research & Development Officer at The GovLab (NYU), Stefaan’s research focuses on data governance, public interest technology, and evidence-informed policymaking.
Each brings valuable perspectives from cultural policy, community advocacy, and systemic innovation, deepening the Institute’s ability to serve the culture and arts ecosystem amid evolving public policy challenges.
Please join us in welcoming them to the Board!