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June 11, 2021
Conference 2021: Technology Challenges and Solutions Facing Orchestras During and After COVID
Moderated by Henry Fogel, a small group of building design professionals discussed solutions regarding the challenges related to social distancing and other effects of the pandemic.
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February 17, 2020
Using Wallace Case Studies to Develop New Audiences
The Wallace Foundation has published numerous articles and case studies on audience development through their Building Audiences for the Arts initiative, with more to come. This research embraces multiple performing arts genres, including orchestras, chamber music, dance, and more. Now that there is a wealth of audience development information available, what can orchestras learn from these case studies?
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May 14, 2020
Conference 2020 - Engaging Audiences at Home
Our current environment has quickly altered how and where we connect with audiences. This session explored how orchestras and other performing arts are using technology to maintain and strengthen engagement with audiences through archival and original performance content.
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June 11, 2021
Conference 2021: TRG’s "KPI's of Comeback"
We’ve learned many things over 2020-2021. From the importance of relationships (organizations that entered into 2020 with higher proportions of active audience members in their databases experienced greater resiliency during COVID) to the power of messaging (donors in 2020 were motivated by community impact stories). As we began to welcome audiences back in our venues, knowing which key performance indicators (KPIs) to follow fueled our success.
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June 5, 2020
Conference 2020 - Aligning Strategic Facility Initiatives with COVID-19 Response
Drawing from the expertise of facility management leaders at Minnesota Orchestra and the San Diego Symphony, as well as an architect, a mechanical engineer, and a building sustainability expert with expertise in performance venues, this panel shared immediate facility management steps you can take today to support the health and well-being of your staff, patrons, and facility during COVID-19.
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June 9, 2021
Conference 2021: Survive to Thrive: Why Community is Central to our Success
Orchestras increasingly re-examined the ways we engage with our audiences and connect with our communities. What lessons have we learned that will help orchestras thrive post-pandemic? This panel conversation reflected a cross section of departments and budget sizes to share strategies, insights, and actionable ways that orchestras can authentically engage with communities to increase access, deepen trust, and develop enduring sustainability.
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June 11, 2021
Conference 2021: Finding Balance, Cultivating Resilience
This session focused on the topic of well-being—it will help you develop skills to enhance resilience and find balance at work and home. During this experiential session, you will learn about the four pillars of a healthy mind, gain skills to bolster resilience and flourishing, and develop a high-level understanding of the scientific foundations for well-being. You will leave the session having experienced several different techniques to start training your mind, along with tips to apply them at work.
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January 26, 2021
Traditions Reimagined: Resiliency Unveiled
The Volunteer Council of the League of American Orchestras looks at how volunteer organizations are tweaking traditions and holding firm as they continue to support their communities during this time of uncertainty, with special emphasis on ways these organizations have changed and adapted with respect to holding meetings, fundraising, and engaging and communicating with their members.
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May 15, 2020
Conference 2020 - Philanthropists Discuss How They're Thinking About Giving in a Crisis—and Beyond
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic uncertainty, orchestras are faced with shuttered seasons, canceled fundraising events, and upended community engagement. Despite the critical contributions that orchestras make to our culture, society, and economy, many orchestra leaders are wondering, “Can we even ask for money right now?”
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June 11, 2021
Conference 2021: Brand-Driven Innovations Work Harder for You
In 2020, your brand became more important than ever. When the pandemic began, a strong brand was a powerful asset for organizations navigating uncertain waters. Innovations, instead of being one-offs, cohered; brand-driven initiatives did their tactical jobs well—and built brand meaning. How do you proactively build a strong, resonant brand—a brand that not only fosters awareness, engagement, and support, but helps you innovate in a strategic, thoughtful, true-to-you manner?
