President, Program Committee - Chair, Building Committee, Development Committee, Finance Committee, and Governance Committee

Rebecca is an independent consultant recognized for her dynamic curatorial vision and innovative art projects. Holding an MFA and an MA in art, she previously led modern and contemporary art at the Denver Art Museum and gained experience at the Detroit Institute of Arts, and has forty-plus years of experience collaborating with nonprofit arts organizations.

Vice President, Development Committee - Chair, Governance Committee - Chair, Finance Committee

Ellen holds an MBA from NYU and brings over 35 years of experience serving on nonprofit boards. Her background in healthcare, account management, and real estate supports strong leadership and community engagement.

Treasurer, Finance Committee- Chair, Building Committee, Education Committee

Carol is a retired U.S. Treasury Department auditor and manager. She brings extensive experience in fiscal oversight from her leadership roles with D.R. Evarts Library and Community Action of Greene County.

Secretary, Building Committee, Development Committee

Melanie has a Bachelor’s of Fine Art from Pratt Institute and over 30 years of experience in design and construction as an Architectural Lighting Designer. Currently, a ceramic artist, she contributes planning and management expertise to the Executive and Building Committees and Fundraising initiatives.

Board Member at Large, Marketing Committee - Chair

Guia is a seasoned marketing leader currently leading brand marketing at Snapchat, over the course of her career she has held senior-level roles at several notable brands including Meta/Instagram, Fleishman Hillard, Refinery29 and Diesel. Guia also serves on the boards of Housing Works and Dinner Table Doc.

Founder, Past President, Board Member at Large, Education Committee, Governance Committee

Founder and President of the Athens Cultural Center, Dawna holds a master’s in Management and Personnel and brings over 35 years of experience as a senior nonprofit professional. After 20 years as Director of Human Resources at the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, she retired to travel and volunteers throughout the Athens community.

Board Member at Large

Matthew is a graduate of the American Bankers Association (A.B.A.) Graduate School of Banking and has successfully completed The Wharton School of Business Leadership Program. With over two decades of experience leading strategic initiatives across retail banking, commercial lending, startups, and technology, Matthew utilizes his expertise in sales, marketing, operations, product management, and team-building to assist the executive committee, capital campaign committee, and the future of the ACC’s real estate endeavors.

Marketing Committee

Ira is an experienced video editor with an MFA in Media Arts Production from City College of New York. Proficient in Avid, Premiere, Resolve, and After Effects, he brings a lyrical storytelling approach and extensive consulting experience with clients including AMC Networks and the History Channel.

Building Committee

James Bouler, R.A., AIA, MFA, is Principal Architect at Bouler Pfluger Architects, P.C., with over 25 years of experience in residential and commercial design on Long Island, integrating environmental conservation into his energy-efficient projects.

Program Committee

Erin is an independent curator and writer with 20+ years leading initiatives in the contemporary art field including exhibitions, publications, programs, and archiving. Formerly Director of Curatorial Affairs at Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, she brings expertise in exhibitions to ACC.

Marketing Committee

Tracy is a founding partner of Labor & Wait and Village, with 18+ years leading innovative design initiatives. She holds an MFA from Yale University and brings extensive experience from roles at Ogilvy, 2x4, and Grady Campbell to ACC’s creative leadership.

Program Committee

Marcus is a freelance choreographer, educator, and event planner with over 40 years in the arts. A former professional dancer with Dance Theatre of Harlem and The Feld Ballet, he now teaches ballet and movement throughout the Hudson Valley and in local schools.

Building Committee, Finance Committee

Diane holds a BS from Empire State College and brings a multifaceted background spanning maritime trades, finance, construction, and museum work. With 10 years of dedicated service to ACC, she applies her diverse skills and deep commitment to nonprofit arts and history.

Building Committee - Chair

Carl is an Architect with over 25 years of extensive experience in residential and commercial design, construction, and sustainability. With projects ranging from local, regional, national and international, he has headed his own Architectural practice in both New York City and now in the Village of Athens, where he leads the Center’s renovation efforts as Chair of the Building Committee.

Marketing Committee

Pinsuda is a strategist and brand architect, founder of Sharp Knife, specializing in digital engagement and impactful storytelling for Fortune 500 clients. She also owns Small Antiques in Hudson, NY, applying her marketing expertise locally to support ACC’s strategic growth and community connection.

Development Committee

With over 40 years in NYC nonprofits, including 25 years as Executive Director of a $6M organization in the Bronx, Charles brings deep expertise in strategic growth and fiscal integrity. His experience strengthens ACC’s capacity to serve the community sustainably.

Development Committee, Program Committee

Lynda is a seasoned professional photographer based in Upstate New York, specializing in artistic portraiture, event photography, and storytelling through images. A Maryland Institute College of Art graduate, her journalistic approach and deep commitment to human narratives enrich ACC’s creative mission.

Executive Director

Jacob is a musician, educator, and arts organizer with over a decade of experience in concert production and cultural programming. He holds an MA in Cultural Studies from Goldsmiths College and curates ACC’s Summer Music Series, blending scholarship with community-driven performance.

Associate Director of Education, Grants, and Special Projects

Sara is an interdisciplinary artist, writer and arts administrator. She holds an MFA from the University at Albany and a BFA from Alfred University, with over 20 years’ experience in the Hudson Valley arts community.

Bookkeeper

Jennifer holds an MBA from Clarkson University and a BS from Castleton University. With over 17 years at the Greene County Historical Society, she brings deep expertise in nonprofit financial management, payroll, and reporting, along with a strong understanding of the region’s cultural landscape.