Chief Advancement Officer
Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association - Lubbock, TX
The Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association seeks a Chief Advancement Officer to lead all advancement efforts of the Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association (LEPAA), encompassing a dynamic and integrated approach to fundraising, marketing, and strategic partnerships. The Chief Advancement Officer will oversee comprehensive fundraising strategies, including managing relationships with donors, grantors, and foundations, and spearhead the design and execution of the Premium Seat License (PSL) program. The Chief Advancement Officer will foster effective collaboration with Buddy Holly Hall staff, ASM Global, and other key stakeholders to further LEPAA’s mission and enhance its impact on the performing arts community in Lubbock and beyond.
Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association, a nonprofit organization with oversight of the world-class Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock, Texas, is dedicated to building community through extraordinary experiences, creative collaboration, and inclusive access to the arts, entertainment, and education. Partnerships with Lubbock Independent School District, Texas Tech University, Ballet Lubbock, Lubbock Symphony Orchestra, The Buddy Holly Educational Foundation, and others ensure arts education remains a priority for students of all ages. LEPAA envisions a community where every person experiences the transformative power of the arts.
Imagine a gift to the community, funded by the community, so incredible that it forever changes the landscape of entertainment, education, and economic impact across the South Plains. The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences is a 220,000 square foot performing arts and education campus, privately owned, and operated by LEPAA and privately funded through the generosity of individuals, corporations, and foundations. Located in downtown Lubbock, The Hall boasts two theaters, events space, and a 22,000 square foot pre-professional ballet school. The Buddy Holly Hall is a cultural hub of Lubbock and a cornerstone of downtown revitalization.
"At an exciting crossroads for the Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association and Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences, I, alongside our committed Board, seek a senior-level leader poised to impact our future significantly. This is an invitation to those who see the immense potential this moment holds for LEPAA and Buddy Holly Hall. If you are driven by the prospect of impactful leadership, inspired by the transformative power of the arts, and ready to join forces with a dedicated team and community, your contributions will be both meaningful and highly valued." — Jeff Hunsinger, President and Chief Executive Officer
For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.
Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association, a nonprofit organization with oversight of the world-class Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock, Texas, is dedicated to building community through extraordinary experiences, creative collaboration, and inclusive access to the arts, entertainment, and education. Partnerships with Lubbock Independent School District, Texas Tech University, Ballet Lubbock, Lubbock Symphony Orchestra, The Buddy Holly Educational Foundation, and others ensure arts education remains a priority for students of all ages. LEPAA envisions a community where every person experiences the transformative power of the arts.
Imagine a gift to the community, funded by the community, so incredible that it forever changes the landscape of entertainment, education, and economic impact across the South Plains. The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences is a 220,000 square foot performing arts and education campus, privately owned, and operated by LEPAA and privately funded through the generosity of individuals, corporations, and foundations. Located in downtown Lubbock, The Hall boasts two theaters, events space, and a 22,000 square foot pre-professional ballet school. The Buddy Holly Hall is a cultural hub of Lubbock and a cornerstone of downtown revitalization.
"At an exciting crossroads for the Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association and Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences, I, alongside our committed Board, seek a senior-level leader poised to impact our future significantly. This is an invitation to those who see the immense potential this moment holds for LEPAA and Buddy Holly Hall. If you are driven by the prospect of impactful leadership, inspired by the transformative power of the arts, and ready to join forces with a dedicated team and community, your contributions will be both meaningful and highly valued." — Jeff Hunsinger, President and Chief Executive Officer
For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.