Chief Philanthropy Officer
St. Louis Symphony Orchestra - St. Louis, MO
The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra seeks a Chief Philanthropy Officer who will serve as a key leadership team member and a trusted partner in developing strategic direction for the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. The CPO will sustain and build on a culture of philanthropy, serving as a critical thought partner to the CEO to define and drive the strategic direction for philanthropy, engaging the Board and Advisory Council, and leading the team and volunteers to grow contributed revenue that advances the SLSO in delivering on its mission.
Celebrated as one of today’s most exciting, innovative, and enduring orchestras, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra (SLSO) is the second-oldest in the country, marking its 146th year with the 2025/26 season and its eighth with Stéphane Denève, The Joseph and Emily Rauh Pulitzer Music Director. Widely considered one of the leading American orchestras, the Grammy® Award-winning SLSO maintains its commitment to artistic excellence, educational impact, and community collaborations—all in service to its mission of enriching lives through the power of music. Today, the SLSO is redefining what it means to be an American orchestra in the 21st century. The opening of Powell Hall at the newly created Jack C. Taylor Music Center in September after a two-year renovation and expansion represents the most transformational moment in SLSO’s 146-year history and launched a new era for the SLSO. The Jack C. Taylor Music Center is more than a building—"it’s a place where we all come together, and where everyone belongs.” A new brand, All Together Now, embodies the organization’s dynamic spirit and artistry, along with its commitment to make music accessible to all.
"Our next Chief Philanthropy Officer will join an executive team that is deeply committed to shaping a culture of inclusion, one who is devoted to the audiences of the SLSO, who values creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaboration as shared hallmarks of our success. The SLSO is rooted in a city renowned for its rich artistic heritage and steadfast commitment to its cultural institutions. We are dedicated not only to preserving the great symphonic tradition but also to redefining what a modern orchestra can be in advancing creativity, education, and community engagement across our city. If this vision speaks to you, I invite you to help shape the next chapter in the extraordinary legacy of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra."— Marie-Hélène Bernard, President and CEO
For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.
Celebrated as one of today’s most exciting, innovative, and enduring orchestras, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra (SLSO) is the second-oldest in the country, marking its 146th year with the 2025/26 season and its eighth with Stéphane Denève, The Joseph and Emily Rauh Pulitzer Music Director. Widely considered one of the leading American orchestras, the Grammy® Award-winning SLSO maintains its commitment to artistic excellence, educational impact, and community collaborations—all in service to its mission of enriching lives through the power of music. Today, the SLSO is redefining what it means to be an American orchestra in the 21st century. The opening of Powell Hall at the newly created Jack C. Taylor Music Center in September after a two-year renovation and expansion represents the most transformational moment in SLSO’s 146-year history and launched a new era for the SLSO. The Jack C. Taylor Music Center is more than a building—"it’s a place where we all come together, and where everyone belongs.” A new brand, All Together Now, embodies the organization’s dynamic spirit and artistry, along with its commitment to make music accessible to all.
"Our next Chief Philanthropy Officer will join an executive team that is deeply committed to shaping a culture of inclusion, one who is devoted to the audiences of the SLSO, who values creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaboration as shared hallmarks of our success. The SLSO is rooted in a city renowned for its rich artistic heritage and steadfast commitment to its cultural institutions. We are dedicated not only to preserving the great symphonic tradition but also to redefining what a modern orchestra can be in advancing creativity, education, and community engagement across our city. If this vision speaks to you, I invite you to help shape the next chapter in the extraordinary legacy of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra."— Marie-Hélène Bernard, President and CEO
For more information, including core competencies and qualifications, please refer to the full prospectus.