Hi, I’m
Allen Ebert
Madison,WI
Summary
Professional arts administrator with experience in artistic programming, managing high-profile community, public, higher education and non-profit institutions. Additional proven expertise in project management, relationship building, organizational development and strategic planning.
Overview
22
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Children’s Theatre of Madison
Executive Director
10.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Executive leader for theatre that produces year-round artistic and educational programming for over 30,000 participants annually
- Championed diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the organization to create a more inclusive work environment.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Madison Youth Arts Center Madison
Lead Developer and Capital Campaign Consultant
01.2018 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Executive leader for fundraising and construction oversight of a 70,000 square foot arts center to provide affordable process space for youth arts that allows access for all to discover, learn and create.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create compelling promotional materials that showcased organizational impact.
- Implemented and completed a $35 million campaign.
- Formed a separate board and 501c3.
- Developed operational agreements and financial plans.
UW Arts Institute
Operations Director
09.2014 - 10.2015
Job overview
- Oversaw all coordination and logistics for the Arts on Campus
- Reviewed financial and operational reports on regular basis to make effective decisions.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for the Arts Institute.
- Provided event and facility planning consultations.
- Negotiated contract agreements for the Arts Institute.
UW-Madison Student Unions
Operations Manager
03.2011 - 09.2014
Job overview
- Oversaw all coordination and logistics of over 35,000 events in 4 buildings on the University of Wisconsin Campus.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
UW Arts Institute, Wisconsin Film Festival
Operations Director
11.2008 - 03.2011
Job overview
- Co-director of leading regional film festival.
- Developed relationships with campus, community, and business partners.
- Managed an annual operating budget.
- Created and implemented a contributed revenue plan.
La Crosse Community Theatre
Executive/Artistic Director
12.2005 - 11.2008
Job overview
- Executive and Creative Director of leading regional arts organization
- Coordinated fundraising events that garnered significant financial support from individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and government agencies alike.
- Collaborated with other arts organizations to create joint productions, increasing visibility within the community.
- Collaborated with officials to create a designated arts district.
- Managed the design phase for a new performing arts center.
- Served as spokesperson and managed theatre operations.
United States Army Entertainment
Entertainment Director
12.2002 - 11.2005
Job overview
- Directed overseas entertainment programs and activities for US service personnel, their families and local nationals.
- Managed budgets, staff, and volunteers.
- Coordinated contracts and logistics for high-profile events.
- Enhanced audience engagement by planning and executing innovative entertainment programs.
- Cultivated partnerships with local businesses to support sponsorship opportunities and drive community involvement in events.
- Coordinated with other entertainment venues to create joint promotional events.
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison
Bachelor of Arts from Theater And Drama
05.2001
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Program Management
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
Affiliations
- American Association of Community Theatre, Committee Member, 2008, Present, Current chair of the Education Committee
- Wisconsin Association of Community Theatre, President, BoD, 2006, 2010
- Rotary International, Member, 2006, Present
- La Crosse City Arts Steering Committee, 2006, 2008
- United States Army Veteran, 1993, 1997, Honorably Discharged
Professionaldevelopmentcertifications
- Professional Supervisor Management Course, UW Madison
- Using Technology to Engage and Inform Your Nonprofit Donors
- Leadership and Management Development Conference
- Certified Program Planner, Learning Resource Network
- Internal Controls Management, Learning Resource Network
- Certificate in Paralegal Training, Fort Jackson, SC, United States Army
Certification
- Professional Supervisor Management Course, UW Madison
- Using Technology to Engage and Inform Your Nonprofit Donors
- Leadership and Management Development Conference
- Certified Program Planner, Learning Resource Network
- Internal Controls Management, Learning Resource Network
- Certificate in Paralegal Training, Fort Jackson, SC, United States Army
Timeline
Lead Developer and Capital Campaign Consultant
Madison Youth Arts Center Madison
01.2018 - 01.2021
Executive Director
Children’s Theatre of Madison
10.2015 - Current
Operations Director
UW Arts Institute
09.2014 - 10.2015
Operations Manager
UW-Madison Student Unions
03.2011 - 09.2014
Operations Director
UW Arts Institute, Wisconsin Film Festival
11.2008 - 03.2011
Executive/Artistic Director
La Crosse Community Theatre
12.2005 - 11.2008
Entertainment Director
United States Army Entertainment
12.2002 - 11.2005
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor of Arts from Theater And Drama
- Professional Supervisor Management Course, UW Madison
- Using Technology to Engage and Inform Your Nonprofit Donors
- Leadership and Management Development Conference
- Certified Program Planner, Learning Resource Network
- Internal Controls Management, Learning Resource Network
- Certificate in Paralegal Training, Fort Jackson, SC, United States Army
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