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The Search for Arts Leadership

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The Search for Arts Leadership

A guide for boards, CEOs, and emerging leaders in the cultural sector.

This nine-part book offers a practical and philosophical exploration of leadership in the arts. Drawing from decades of executive search, compensation strategy, and board advisory work, James Abruzzo identifies six core traits of successful arts leaders—and the tensions they must navigate in today’s complex landscape.

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“We had not even heard of Intermediate Sanctions and were not aware of the potential personal liabilities. James helped us come into compliance, develop a compensation philosophy and institute a rational compensation plan for us and our CEO.”

Board Chair, Mid-sized Social Service Foundation

What’s Inside
  • Sustainability and strategic clarity
  • Ethics and governance
  • Access, equity, and inclusion
  • Creativity, relevance, and audience alignment
  • Leadership development and succession
  • Real-world case studies and lessons learned

Whether you’re a board chair, executive director, or emerging cultural leader, this book offers clarity and inspiration for shaping the future of your organization.

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A guide for boards, CEOs, and emerging leaders in the cultural sector

Available at major booksellers and on Amazon.

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