Can Portland Reimagine Its Value Proposition for the Arts Sector and Turbo Charge Creative Revitalization? 

Co-created with Subashini Ganesan-Forbes, Chair, Oregon Arts Commission; Creative Laureate of Portland (2018 - 2021); Founder & Director, New Expressive Works; Artistic Director, Natya Leela Academy

Portland has been lauded nationally as one of the most vibrant and authentic creative communities in the country. Major recent investments point to the potential for a transformational moment — From the Portland Art Museum and Keller renovations, to the PSU Portland Performing Arts + Culture Center, new music venues in Lloyd District and the Central East Side, and new investments in organizations like Portland Center Stage. Yet, both artists and creative institutions struggle to gain committed local recognition, including sustained funding and intentional inclusion in planning and visioning work. Join us for a head and heart conversation that will delight your senses and draw on your strategy chops.

*Notably, Metro bucked that trend this summer by including the arts right at the center of their 2050 Visioning project. Bravo!