Megan Starkey

Executive Assistant to Artistic Director CEO and Board Liaison @Nashville Ballet

Nashville, TN, US

Senior leadership support professional with expertise in strategic operations, board governance, and executive administration. Key achievements and responsibilities include- Serve as primary liaison between Artistic Director and Board of Directors, managing all aspects of board governance, strategic planning, and committee operations- Lead board development initiatives including member recruitment, orientation, and engagement strategies aligned with organizational goals- Direct comprehensive executive support including complex calendar management, travel coordination, and high-level communications- Develop and implement organizational systems to optimize internal operations, communication flows, and cross-departmental collaboration- Partner with Development team to support major donor relationships through professional correspondence, meeting preparation, and donor research- Facilitate strategic initiatives across departments by identifying opportunities for improvement and executing approved solutions- Manage critical administrative functions including board portal maintenance, meeting documentation, and confidential information handling- Support organizational events and performances through hands-on coordination and staff support- Collaborate with HR and leadership on recruitment and onboarding processes- Drive efficient studio operations through partnership with Director of Artistic Operations and interdepartmental scheduling coordination

The University of Texas at Austin

BM, Choral Music Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor of Music, Music Pedagogy