Maria Mathieson
Executive Director @Choral Arts Society of Washington
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WORK HISTORY
Executive Director @Choral Arts Society of Washington
Washington, DC, US
Lead the strategic, operational, and financial management of one of the nation’s foremost symphonic choruses, partnering with the Artistic Director to advance the mission of reawakening the human capacity for awe through choral music. Oversee administration, fundraising, marketing, and community engagement, ensuring alignment between artistic vision and organizational sustainability. Cultivate donor, board, and diplomatic relationships; guide strategic planning; and steward a $2.1M annual budget with a strong endowment. Represent Choral Arts locally, nationally, and internationally, building partnerships and expanding audiences through performances, outreach, and cultural diplomacy.Key Focus Areas:• Strategic leadership & organizational growth• Fundraising & donor stewardship• Financial oversight & governance support• Marketing, PR, and audience development• Community partnerships & international engagement
EDUCATION
The Global Leaders Institute
Executive MBA, Arts Innovation
University of Glasgow
Bachelor of Music (Honors), Music History with a minor in Composition
University of Maryland Global Campus
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
SKILLS
ABOUT MARIA MATHIESON
As the Executive Director of the Choral Arts Society of Washington, I am responsible for the strategic, operational, and financial management of one of the nation\'s leading symphonic choruses. In partnership with the Artistic Director, I ensure that our artistic vision aligns with long-term organizational sustainability. My key responsibilities include administration, fundraising, marketing, and community engagement, as well as managing an annual budget of $2.1 million and building relationships with donors, board members, and diplomats.With over a decade of leadership experience in arts-focused organizations, I am passionate about advancing music education and performance through innovation, accessibility, and cultural diplomacy. My mission is to connect communities, expand audiences, and inspire individuals through the transformative power of choral music.
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