Ambar Herrera

About Ambar Herrera

As a Finance Professional and Public Policy Advocate, I am passionate about advancing the arts as a vehicle for community empowerment and equitable growth. In my current role as Associate Director of Finance at The Bass Museum of Art, I oversee financial strategy, budgeting, and compliance to ensure the museum’s fiscal sustainability and long-term impact. My work focuses on aligning sound financial management with the museum’s mission to make contemporary art accessible and relevant to diverse audiences.With a background in public policy and service, I bring a cross-sector perspective that bridges the arts, local government, and nonprofit management. Previously, I served as a Commission Aide for the City of Miami Beach, where I supported policy initiatives that fostered community development, cultural investment, and financial accountability.I am deeply committed to policies that expand access to cultural resources, support creative professionals, and strengthen institutional transparency. I believe that financial stewardship and creative vision must coexist to sustain vibrant and inclusive communities. My goal is to continue leveraging finance, public policy, and advocacy to ensure that cultural institutions and the people they serve thrive in a more equitable and resilient future.

Experience

1. Associate Director of Finance

   The Bass

   Apr 2024 — Present · Miami Beach, FL, US

Education

• Florida International University

  Bachelor's degree, Public Administration

• Broward College

  Associate of Arts - AA, Art History, Criticism and Conservation