Laura Smith
Chief Advancement Officer @National Assembly Of State Arts Agencies
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Advancement Officer @National Assembly Of State Arts Agencies
Washington, DC, US
Oversee all fundraising undertaken on behalf of NASAA. Work closely with the NASAA board of directors and staff to identify opportunities for public agencies, individuals and foundations to support NASAA’s mission. Manage the development, board nominations and awards committees. Help plan NASAA\'s annual conference. Advise NASAA members and partners on fundraising issues. Develop and offer workplace mindfulness practices, programs and training. Represent NASAA and state arts agencies in key philanthropic forums and networks.
EDUCATION
University of Minnesota
BA, English
Georgetown University
MA, Liberal Studies
Aalborg Universitet, Aalborg, Denmark
Study abroad program
ABOUT LAURA SMITH
Engaging, high achieving nonprofit leader with expertise in philanthropic trends and practice, individual giving, foundation partnerships, board and volunteer management, and workplace mindfulness. Extensive experience working with people of all ages and backgrounds to reach common goals. Practical, calm, inclusive decision-maker, strong writing and speaking skills, good at holding the big picture while getting the day-to-day work done. Committed to building respectful, authentic, mutually rewarding relationships that advance the arts in American life. Specialties: Association management and fundraising, both strategy and front-line; fundraising in the public/private sector intersection; deep knowledge of the U.S. arts ecosystem; and high-level board and volunteer engagement. Additional specialty in workplace mindfulness, to help reduce stress; strengthen presence, focus, compassion and resiliency; and support leadership across all positions.
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