Amy K. Thomas
My expertise lies in evolving brands, building audiences, and growing resources. My roles in management, fundraising, marketing, and communications have equipped me to drive growth, foster collaboration, and invite participation. I thrive on developing innovative strategies and producing meaningful deliverables that elevate organizational missions and move people forward. If you need a professional who can combine strategic insights with creative execution, I am here to help steward your vision. Let’s connect and discuss how I can add value to your work.
Experience
PENUMBRA (St. Paul, MN)
COO
ARTPOWER (La Jolla, CA)
Director of Marketing and Communications
CURATORIAL ASSISTANCE (Pasadena, CA)
Products and Services Manager
Clients
THE BROAD STAGE (Santa Monica, CA)
Marketing Consultant
THE CLARICE SMITH CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS (College Park, MD)
Graphic Designer
Research Projects
AANJICHIGENG (Duluth, MN)
Indigenous Organizational Development Road Map
CITY OF SAINT PAUL (Saint Paul, MN)
Electric Vehicle Spot Network Road Map
Education
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA (Minneapolis, MN)
M.A. Public Affairs
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY (Berkeley, CA)
Exchange Scholar
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO (La Jolla, CA)
B.A. Art History/Theory/Criticism
Service
URBAN ROOTS (St. Paul, MN)
Board Member
Professional Distinctions
DEVOS INSTITUTE OF ARTS AND NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT (Washington, DC)
Global Executive Arts Management Fellow
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