Press Release
Contact: Sharon McAllister
239-768-3602
Sharon.McAllister@ArtFestFortMyers.com
ArtFestFortMyers.com
As ArtFest Fort Myers adds new Board of Directors members, it is timely to reflect on the message that the “arts mean business” in Lee County. The recently released Arts & Economic Prosperity Study by the American’s for the Arts specifically included Lee County. Our community’s non-profit arts & culture organizations generate 2,038 annual full-time jobs and $68.3 million in annual economic impact!
The arts are truly an “economic engine” sustaining an industry that is one of the fastest growing in the State of Florida. Supporting the arts does more than create quality of life – supporting the arts create jobs!
ArtFest Fort Myers welcomes these new Board of Directors members and their commitment to “arts mean business” and bringing a world-class art experience to our community:
Laura Chmielewski, the Marketing Director of the Lee County Visitor and Convention Bureau, brings her passion for the arts and extensive experience in destination marketing and event management.
Mark Loren, owner of Loren Designs, has a love of the arts and reputation for giving back to the community. He is creating valuable partnership ideas within the arts community and its supporters.
Alberto Rodriguez, Chief Administrative Officer Lee County School District shares his commitment to providing Lee County students with a well-rounded education that includes the arts.
Long-term and dedicated Board members Judy Weiner, Artist Relations Chair, Kristin Woolam, Art Under 20 Chair, and Sharon McAllister, Executive Director complete the ArtFest Fort Myers Board of Directors.
ArtFest Fort Myers, the annual juried fine art festival, takes place February 1, 2 & 3, 2013 in the Fort Myers River District. The art festival’s mission is to provide the community with an exceptional art experience, nurture the understanding of diverse art forms and support arts in education. Join the experience with 200 artists from across the county and around the world; the largest high school art exhibit and competition in South Florida and free interactive art experiences for children of all ages.
For more information visit ArtFestFortMyers.com or contact us at 239-768-3602.
