Michael Baxley
Shawnee,KS
Summary
Visionary arts executive with over 13 years of proven leadership in nonprofit management and development. Passionate about driving sustainable growth through innovative programming, strategic fundraising, and robust community engagement. Adept at building creative teams and cultivating strategic partnerships to elevate arts organizations and enrich community cultural experiences.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Board Member
Independence Missouri Chamber of Commerce
Independence, MO
- Contribute strategic insights and support initiatives to foster business growth and community development within the region
Founding Executive Director
Englewood Arts
Independence, MO
10.2019 - 11.2024
- Capital Campaign Leadership: Launched and successfully completed a $4,000,000 capital campaign, effectively funding the renovation of the new arts center and ensuring its long-term sustainability
- Strategic Development: Designed and executed comprehensive development strategies that diversified revenue streams and secured key donor relationships
- Team & Community Building: Recruited and managed a dynamic team while cultivating strong partnerships with local artists, community leaders, and stakeholders
- Organizational Launch: Oversaw all facets of launching a new nonprofit dedicated to community arts, from strategic planning and program development to daily operations
Manager / Director
Belger Arts
Kansas City, Missouri
01.2011 - 10.2019
- Operational Leadership: Directed daily operations and long-term strategic initiatives to ensure organizational sustainability and program excellence
- Fundraising & Campaigns: Developed and executed successful fundraising campaigns that significantly increased donor engagement and financial stability
- Community Engagement: Coordinated educational programs and cultural events, strengthening the organization’s presence in the community
- Partnership Development: Built and maintained relationships with board members, community partners, and local government to support arts initiatives
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education (K-12)
Avila University
Kansas City, MO 01.1996 - 01.1998
Skills
- Strategic planning
- capital campaign management
- grant writing
- donor cultivation
- diversified revenue generation
- Nonprofit management
- business development
- operational oversight
- Digital & social media marketing
- public relations
- brand development
- Planning
- executing
Certification
Certified Ambassador, City of Kansas City, MO, 01/01/16
Skillsexpertise
- Development & Fundraising: Strategic planning, capital campaign management, grant writing, donor cultivation, and diversified revenue generation.
- Business & Organizational Leadership: Nonprofit management, business development, and operational oversight.
- Marketing & Communications: Digital & social media marketing, public relations, and brand development.
- Event & Program Management: Planning, executing, and evaluating community arts events and educational programs.
- Creative & Technical Proficiency: Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, Bloomerang.
- Stakeholder & Community Engagement: Building strategic partnerships, board relations, and volunteer coordination.
- Additional Skills: Project management, data analytics, public speaking, and team leadership.
Boardmemberships
Board Member, Independence Missouri Chamber of Commerce, Independence, MO, Contribute strategic insights and support initiatives to foster business growth and community development within the region.
Timeline
Founding Executive Director
Englewood Arts
10.2019 - 11.2024
Manager / Director
Belger Arts
01.2011 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education (K-12)
Avila University
01.1996 - 01.1998
Certified Ambassador, City of Kansas City, MO, 01/01/16
Board Member
Independence Missouri Chamber of Commerce
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