Quad City Arts has announced the appointment of Kady Derbyshire as Interim Executive Director.
Derbyshire, who has served as the organization’s Operations Director for more than a year, will step into the role and help Quad City Arts through this transition period, as Executive Director Kevin Maynard is set to leave at the end of the month for a job out of state.
Kady Derbyshire has been selected as the Interim Executive Director of Quad City Arts.
“Kady’s deep understanding of our organization’s mission and values, combined with her passion for fostering community connections, makes her the ideal person to ensure the continued success of Quad City Arts. Her dedication to both artists and the community makes her the perfect person for the continued success of Quad City Arts,” Maynard said.
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She has worked closely on the organization’s financials and has been highly involved in the planning and execution of the Festival of Trees fundraiser, the announcement said. Her familiarity with both the operational and financial aspects of the organization ensures a smooth continuation of Quad City Arts’ efforts.
“Kady has consistently demonstrated her strength as a collaborative leader and problem solver,” Quad City Arts Board President Nate Augustine said. “Her thoughtful approach to tackling challenges, along with her passion for the arts, makes her an excellent choice to lead Quad City Arts through this transition.”
In her new role, Derbyshire will focus on continuing the organization’s impact, programs, and events, along with Quad City Art’s major fundraiser Festival of Trees.
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Photos: Alternating Currents’ Arts & Culture Celebration
Songwriter Justin Golden performs at the Arts and Culture Celebration, which kicked off Alternating Currents, at Schwiebert Park on Thursday, Aug. 15, in Rock Island. Golden is a Virginia-based artist whose music is influenced by the blues. Alternating Currents runs through Sunday and features free concerts in Davenport, Bettendorf and Rock Island.
With the assistance from Quad City Symphony Orchestra’s Kim Busic, Michelle Opsahl, of Rock Island, gets a chance to hold a violin for the first time at the Arts and Culture Celebration at Schwiebert Park on Thursday, August 15, in Rock Island.
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Guests received a free ride to the Arts and Culture Celebration, which kicked off Alternating Currents, at Schwiebert Park on Thursday, August 15, in Rock Island.
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Scenes from the Arts and Culture Celebration, which kicked off Alternating Currents, at Schwiebert Park on Thursday, August 15, in Rock Island.
Katelyn Metzger
Scenes from the Arts and Culture Celebration, which kicked off Alternating Currents, at Schwiebert Park on Thursday, August 15, in Rock Island.
Katelyn Metzger
Scenes from the Arts and Culture Celebration, which kicked off Alternating Currents, at Schwiebert Park on Thursday, August 15, in Rock Island.
Katelyn Metzger
Scenes from the Arts and Culture Celebration, which kicked off Alternating Currents, at Schwiebert Park on Thursday, August 15, in Rock Island.
Katelyn Metzger
Scenes from the Arts and Culture Celebration, which kicked off Alternating Currents, at Schwiebert Park on Thursday, August 15, in Rock Island.
Katelyn Metzger
Scenes from the Arts and Culture Celebration, which kicked off Alternating Currents, at Schwiebert Park on Thursday, August 15, in Rock Island.
Katelyn Metzger
Scenes from the Arts and Culture Celebration, which kicked off Alternating Currents, at Schwiebert Park on Thursday, August 15, in Rock Island.
Katelyn Metzger
Scenes from the Arts and Culture Celebration, which kicked off Alternating Currents, at Schwiebert Park on Thursday, August 15, in Rock Island.
Katelyn Metzger
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