West Palm Beach, FL
The Palm Beach Symphony in the search for a Director of Development. Please click to view the full position description or to nominate/apply.
The CEO and Board seek a proven relationship-builder and fundraising strategist to personally drive donor solicitations, and to engage other staff, artists, educators and board members in outreach to individual, business and foundation donors. The CEO envisions the Development Director as having a key role in advancing a new strategic plan, with objectives that include broadening the orchestra’s presence, repertoire, programs, impact, artistic and staff leadership and operating infrastructure. This leader will help donors and friends of the symphony to join the family and contribute to PBS artists, programs, infrastructure and financial strength.
Founded in 1974, Palm Beach Symphony is one of the southeast region’s most important orchestras. The Symphony is known for its diverse repertoire, exciting performances and programs, and its commitment to community engagement that connects with audiences of all ages and backgrounds. In 2019 the Symphony relocated to West Palm Beach and appointed Maestro Gerard Schwarz as Music Director, in the process expanding its mission and integrating with the Downtown West Palm Beach Business District. The quality of symphony performances, its educational and other programming, and diverse collaborations with partners (including the Palm Beach School District and the Cultural Council), have allowed Palm Beach Symphony to reach new audiences for classical music. The Symphony’s current operating budget is $4.5M with approximately 60% derived from fundraising activities.
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For additional information or to apply, please contact Dennis Hanthorn, Oscar Quiros or Mark Oppenheim at info[at]moppenheim[dot]com.