Antonio R. Thompson

About Antonio R. Thompson

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Experience

1. Executive Director

   Bksteppers Marching Arts

   Jul 2009 — Present · Brooklyn, NY, US

   Non-profit arts organization committed to developing personal excellence in young people through innovative, quality performance arts education and practical experience in arts-related careers.Programs include, BKSTEPPERS Drumline, X-Factor Drumline, Brooklyn Collegiate High School Drumline, Eagle Academy for Young Men of Harlem Drumline, and the Music Creation Project at Public School 316. Manage an annual budget of approximately $450K, ensuring financial sustainability and responsible allocation of funds to support the organization\'s mission and programming. Successfully secure annual funding support for the organization\'s programs and operations through grant proposals submitted to foundations, corporations, and government entities, consistently adhering to their giving priorities and deadlines. Lead a team of 8 teaching artists, providing mentorship and professional development opportunities to ensure high-quality arts education programs for students in underserved communities. Collaborate closely with the Board of Directors to revamp the organization\'s mission, vision, and programmatic goals, resulting in increased community engagement and enhanced impact in the arts education sector. Advocate for increased arts funding and resources by meeting with elected officials, presenting requests before NYC Council hearings, and building relationships with community leaders and stakeholders.

Education

• New York University

  Bachelors of Arts, Music Performance, Trumpet

  2000 — 2004

• Columbia University

  Master of Science, Fundraising Management

  2008 — 2013

• New York University

  Masters of Arts, Music Performance and Performing Arts Administration

  2004 — 2006

Skills

• Grants
• Arts Administration
• Grant Administration
• Leadership Development
• Event Planning
• Nonprofits
• Community Organizing
• Program Development
• Fundraising
• Planned Giving
• Business Networking
• Strategic Communications
• Alumni Relations
• Board Development
• Editing
• Prospect Research
• Leadership
• Grant Writing
• Stewardship
• Event Management
• Non-Profit Administration
• Annual Giving
• Student Development
• Staff Development
• Social Media Marketing
• Marketing
• Volunteer Management
• Creative Writing
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Awesomeness
• Program Evaluation
• Youth Development
• Non-Profits
• Proposal Writing
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Social Media
• Higher Education
• Workshop Facilitation
• Philanthropy