Washington Pavilion Management, Inc., Board of Trustees

Number of Members

21 (3 Mayoral Appointees)

Special Qualifications

To understand and support the mission of the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science, Husby Performing Arts Center, Kirby Science Discovery Center, and Visual Arts Center.

Residency/Registered Voter Requirement

Must be a resident and registered voter of Sioux Falls. (Mayoral appointments only.)

Summary of Duties

Educate, entertain, inspire and to enrich community by making arts and science part of our lives.

Liaison:
Risty Maddox
Executive Assistant
rmaddox@washingtonpavilion.org
605-367-7397 ext 2307

Washington Pavilion
301 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
PO Box 984, Sioux Falls, SD 57101-0984

Membership

Washington Pavilion Management, Inc.

President & CEO

Darrin Smith
Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science
301 S Main Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57104-6311
Ph: 605-367-7397 Ext 2494
Fx: 605-367-7399
dsmith@washingtonpavilion.org


Officers for the Board of Trustees

Michelle Bruhn
Margaret Carmody
Steve Erpenbach
Rich Garry Mayoral Appointee
Meghan Goldammer
Stephanie Gongopoulos
Liz Gullickson
Jason Herrboldt Vice-Chair, FAB Chair
Rory Kelly OAB Chair
Micki Lundin PAB Chair
Jeff Malone
Jim Mathis
Rhonda Roesler Secretary/Treasurer
Steve Sanford
Darrell Schmith
Kerri Tietgen Mayoral Appointee (reappointed)
Bill Townsend
Tom Wadsworth Chair
Eric Weisser Mayoral Appointee (reappointed)
Patti Abdallah Mayoral Appointee

Finance Advisory Board

Jason Herrboldt Chair, BOT Vice-Chair
Tom Huber
Per Ostrem
Shawn Pritchett
Rhonda Roesler BOT Secretary/Treasurer
Amber Schwiesow OAB Vice-Chair
Rochelle Sweetman
Kristen Townsend PAB Vice-Chair
Tom Wadsworth BOT Chair

Operations Advisory Board

Dzenan Berberovic
Nicki Ellerbroek
Addie Graham-Kramer
Dan Hermanson
Rory Kelly Chair
Wade Miller
Amber Schwiesow Vice-Chair
Joel Sylvester
Steven Tims

Programming Advisory Board

Amy Baete
Kristi Geisler Holm
Michael Gramlick
Vaney Hariri
Amy Kimber
Chase Kramer
Micki Lundin Chair
Lisa McElrath
Becky McElroy
Jim Nelson
James Payer II
Kristen Townsend Vice-Chair
Eric Weisser
Laurie Wenger
Jenny White

 

Duties

Duties of the Washington Pavilion Management, Inc., Board of Trustees:

  • Understand and support the mission of the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science: To educate, entertain, inspire and to enrich community by making arts and science part of our lives.
  • Understand and support the statements of purpose of the Husby Performing Arts Center, Kirby Science Discovery Center, and Visual Arts Center.
  • Participate on the WPMI Board of Trustees by attending its monthly meetings (3rd Tuesday of each month).
  • Contribute personally to the Washington Pavilion’s annual campaign at a credible level.  Depending upon the member’s ability to give, this could include a Pavilion membership at the Donor level ($250) or higher, and members should consider being a part of the Stars Club ($1,000+) if able to do so.  Donor levels include $250, $500, $1,000, $2,500, $5,000, $7,500, and $10,000.
  • Participate in fund-raising for the Washington Pavilion and its programs—participation by board members is vital to the success of the Pavilion’s annual campaigns.
  • Build and maintain a working knowledge of programs and operation of the Washington Pavilion by attending exhibit openings, films, performances, educational activities, and other WPMI programs.
  • Monitor the fiscal performance of the overall Washington Pavilion by reviewing financial reports presented at monthly Board meetings.
  • Build and maintain awareness of the Washington Pavilion by attending a board orientation, Washington Pavilion annual meeting, and/or ambassador training programs.
  • Participate in at least one standing or executive committee of the Washington Pavilion.  Committees include education, marketing, finance, programming, facilities, and development.
  • Be familiar with the activities of the Washington Pavilion and be able to promote, advocate, defend, raise awareness, and/or answer questions regarding the organization and its activities.
  • Support other Pavilion activities by purchasing tickets and attending activities such as Arts Night, Pavilion Holiday, gallery openings, Sidewalk Arts Festival, and educational activities to the extent possible.
  • Participate in long-term and short-term strategic planning affecting the Washington Pavilion and its program areas.
  • Provide oversight and direction to the executive director regarding organizational operations and staff performance.
  • * Mayoral appointees to WPMI Board of Trustees must also adhere to roles and responsibilities as set forth by City of Sioux Falls.  In addition, Mayoral appointees need to be willing to report to Mayor/City Council with matters relating to the Washington Pavilion and the City of Sioux Falls.