In this episode, Angela and Christy Farnbaugh explore the shifting landscape of arts funding and the critical need for organizations to showcase their public value. They discuss how empathy and creativity can serve as essential metrics for impact and emphasize the power of storytelling in arts advocacy. Addressing barriers to participation and evolving traditional narratives, they highlight the arts' foundational role in community development and the importance of transformational data collection for future funding.

Chapters

00:00 The Evolution of Arts Funding

03:02 Understanding Public Value in the Arts

05:05 Barriers to Arts Participation

09:38 Transforming Arts Advocacy

12:03 The Impact of the Pandemic on Arts Organizations

16:13 Measuring Empathy and Creativity

20:30 The Role of Arts in Community Development

https://www.thecontemporaryohio.org/

In this episode, Angela talks with Benjamin Adda about the differences in how art is experienced in France compared to the U.S. Ben shares insights on making art more accessible, integrating it into daily life, and shifting away from the notion that art is just for the elite. Gain a fresh perspective on fostering audience engagement and redefining public value in the arts.

Chapters

00:00 Art as a Cultural Fabric in France

07:07 The Role of Education in Art Appreciation

13:30 Fluidity of Identity and Art in France

16:51 Accessibility and Perception of Art in the U.S.

23:01 The Need for Emotional Expression through Art

https://www.instagram.com/thefrenchstore.columbus/

https://www.visitdublinohio.com/listing/the-french-store/726/

In this episode, we explore how technology can revolutionize arts administration and management with Brett Crawford, co-author of "Raising the Curtain." We delve into the challenges arts organizations face in leveraging technology, from internal communications to audience engagement, and discuss how the right tools and strategies can streamline operations, boost relevancy, and enhance funding opportunities. Tune in to discover how embracing a tech stack can create a seamless experience for your team and audience.

Chapters

00:00 The Role of Technology in Arts Organizations

10:21 Overcoming Internal Communication Challenges

19:15 Building a Tech Stack for Success

25:29 Defining the Arts in Today's Society

I sit down with Yogi Terrell from the Columbus Fashion Alliance to explore the powerful connection between culture, economic development, and the arts. We discuss how investing in authentic culture can drive sustainable growth, create opportunities for underserved communities, and build ecosystems that fuel creativity and innovation. Together, we reframe the narrative around the economic impact of the arts and highlight the importance of advocating for the relevance and value of art and culture in society.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: The Role of Culture in Economic Growth

03:00 The Power of Culture in Economic Development

07:19 Transforming Art into Economic Opportunity

12:06 Building Community and Creating Pathways

17:46 Investment and Access: Keys to Success

24:05 The Intersection of Journalism and the Arts

28:07 Favorite Color: Green

29:00 Conclusion: The Renaissance of Relevance

https://columbusfashion.org/

Yohannan is an award-winning marketing professional with over 15 years of progressive experience in all aspects of successful traditional, nontraditional, experiential, digital, and multi-media marketing. A graduate of Ohio State University, Yohannan has utilized his psychology education to apply to his understanding of perception and human behavior as it relates to engagement.

This has translated into multiple awards for innovation and impact for their work in the branding industry through Warhol & WALL ST., a creative agency owned by Yohannan Terrell and his partner Christopher Jones.

#fashion #artsimpact #columbusfashionalliance #artsredefined #artseducation #artsandculture #culture

In this episode, Elise Kiefer discusses the unique challenges and opportunities of managing rural arts organizations. She emphasizes the importance of adopting strategies tailored to rural communities, focusing on mission-driven fundraising and community engagement. Elise also explores how redefining the arts in rural areas and measuring impact beyond traditional metrics can help sustain these organizations for the future.

Chapters

00:00 Embracing Strategies for Rural Arts Management

13:24 Community Engagement and Mission-Driven Fundraising

19:40 Redefining the Arts in Rural Communities

23:04 Public Funding and Partnerships

28:03 Measuring Impact and the Importance of Relevance

https://www.routledge.com/Rural-Arts-Management/Kieffer-Socolof/p/book/9781032431437

Contact Information: Elise Lael Kieffer, PhD (she/her)ekieffer@murraystate.edu

Program Director & Assistant Professor

Nonprofit Leadership Studies
Patricia and Robert Long Endowed Faculty Fellow
Department of Organizational Communication and Leadership

Arthur J. Bauernfeind College of Business

Murray State University

Co-Author

Dr. Jerome Socolof is an associate professor of arts management in the higher fine and performing arts department at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts.

Explore how visual literacy is transforming corporate safety and performance in this episode with Doug Pontsler, Chairman of the Center for Visual Expertise (COVE). Doug shares his journey from industry executive to arts advocate, revealing how COVE’s museum-based workshops use art education to enhance workplace safety protocols. Learn how these innovative workshops have achieved a 35-40% improvement in identifying hazards and implementing corrective actions.

Chapters

00:00 The Power of Visual Literacy in the Corporate World

02:26 Using Art to Reshape Safety Protocols

08:14 Teaching Visual Literacy in Workshops

19:31 Measuring the Impact of Visual Literacy

Center for Visual Expertise (COVE)

Location

Toledo Museum of Art
2445 Monroe Street
Toledo, OH 43620

Call

(567) 343-1405

Email

info@covectr.com

https://www.covectr.com/

https://www.covectr.com/who-we-are/doug-pontsler/

ameleca@melecacreative.com

www.melecacreative.com

How does art become more than just something to look at? In this episode, Angela Meleca talks with Sarah Gormley, owner of Sarah Gormley Gallery, about her journey of self-discovery through art and the challenges of making art accessible to everyone. Tune in to learn how Sarah’s book, *The Order of Things,* and her gallery work break down misconceptions and foster a more inclusive, joyful art experience for first-time buyers and seasoned collectors alike.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Getting to Know Sarah Gormley
00:22 Discussion about Sarah's Book 'The Order of Things'
01:26 Sarah's Background in Art and the Importance of Previous Life
03:35 Motivation and Process of Writing the Book
05:15 Sarah's Journey in Writing and Pursuing Art
07:14 The Role of Art in Sarah's Life and the Influence of Family
12:07 The Idea of Opening an Art Gallery
13:48 Starting the Gallery and Overcoming Challenges
15:49 Expanding the Gallery and Making Art Accessible
24:06 Misconceptions about Galleries and the Art Market
26:56 The Importance of Supporting Local Galleries
32:12 Defining Art as a Source of Joy and Human Connection
33:43 Sarah's Love for the Color Black

To visit the Sarah Gormley Gallery:

https://sarahgormleygallery.com/

To order Sarah's book The Order of Things:

https://www.sarahgormley.com/purchase

Sarah Gormley Gallery operates from the belief that owning original art can be a source of joy for everyone.

Founded in Spring 2019, the gallery connects emerging and established artists with first-time art buyers and long-time collectors through a shared appreciation for original art, and its power to stir us from within. In 2023, Columbus Monthly readers voted SGG the best gallery in Columbus.

Joyful. Accessible. Unifying.

How can data-driven measurement transform the arts sector? In this episode, Angela Meleca talks with Sheri Chaney Jones, founder of SureImpact, about the challenges and importance of quantifying the social value of the arts. Discover how innovative tools can help nonprofits tell a new story that redefines the arts as essential drivers of social change.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
04:22 From Measurement Resources to Sure Impact
07:57 Current State of Impact Measurement in Nonprofits
10:35 Redefining the Arts: Beyond Economic Impact
11:53 Challenges in Measuring Impact on the Arts
15:32 Culture Change and the Need for Data Collection
17:17 Arts as Engines of Impact
19:52 Measuring Impact: Timeframe and Process
21:34 Using Sure Impact as a Database for Impact Measurement
23:46 Going Beyond Transactional Impact Measurement
25:08 Collective Impact and Showcasing Public Value

Angela Meleca

ameleca@melecacreative.com

www.melecacreative.com