2026 APAP Board of Directors Nominations

2026 Board of Directors Nominations Form

Please submit your nominations by the deadline of September 4, 2026.
As APAP celebrates its 70th Anniversary, we are building a Board to lead us into the next chapter - one that will strengthen our organization, expand opportunity across the field, and keep APAP at the center of innovation, collaboration, and community in the performing arts.

We anticipate filling up to nine seats, each a three-year term beginning January 2027. We invite you to nominate yourself or a colleague ready to help shape what comes next.

The Role of the Board
APAP's Board is not a ceremonial body – it is the strategic engine that partners with the President and CEO to advance the organization's mission and secure its future. Board members provide fiduciary oversight, shape long-term direction, and serve as ambassadors for APAP and the field. Fundraising is central to that role: every member is expected to make a personally meaningful annual gift of at least $1,000, open doors to new donors and partners, and advocate for APAP within their networks. The commitment is approximately 2-4 hours per month - a modest investment for a role with outsized influence on where the field goes next.

Who We're Looking For
We're seeking leaders from across the performing arts ecosystem - artists, agents, presenters, producers, and service organizations - alongside those from philanthropy, business, technology, education, and civic life. Diversity of geography, generation, and professional background strengthens the Board's ability to see around corners for the field.

Based on our current Board assessment, we're especially eager for expertise in legal, technology and digital innovation, and human resources, along with finance, marketing, governance, advocacy, and nonprofit leadership. We're also looking to add voices from small and mid-sized presenters, outdoor and festival organizations, large agencies, corporate partnerships, and ticketing/tech partners - as well as leaders from the Southwestern U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

All nominations are reviewed by the Nominations Task Force, with recommendations advancing to the Governance Committee for final Board approval.

Thank you for helping identify the leaders who will shape APAP's future.

The deadline to submit a nomination is September 4, 2026
Please review the following before submitting this form:
I would like to nominate:

Nomination - Individual
Nominee Information:

The person you wish to nominate for the APAP Board of Directors.
Nominee Name:

First NameLast Name
Nominee Pronouns:
Nominee Title:
Example: Artist, Executive Director at Performing Arts Institution, Producer, etc.
Nominee Organization (if applicable)
Please type "N/A" if not applicable.
Nominee Location:

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Nominee E-mail:
example@example.com
Nominee Phone:
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Nominee Website/LinkedIn:
Can be a personal website or organizational, or a LinkedIn page.
APAP Board of Directors Priorities
- Advocacy and Public Policy: Individuals with a background in arts advocacy or public policy, particularly those who can help advance APAP’s mission through government relations, lobbying efforts, or public awareness campaigns.
- Fundraising Capacity and Philanthropic Connections: APAP board members are expected to contribute a minimum of $1,000 annually and actively participate in broader fundraising efforts, including identifying prospective donors, leveraging philanthropic relationships, and assisting with outreach and cultivation.
- Membership Growth and Member Engagement: Individuals with experience developing strategies to attract, retain, and meaningfully engage members, particularly within associations, membership organizations, or the performing arts sector.
- Corporate Partnerships and Sponsorship Development: Candidates with experience cultivating corporate relationships, securing sponsorships, and developing mutually beneficial partnerships that advance organizational goals and generate financial or in-kind support.
- Human Resources and Organizational Development: Individuals with expertise in human resources, talent management, organizational culture, leadership development, succession planning, or workplace policies and practices.
- Legal Expertise: Candidates with a legal background, particularly those who can contribute to strengthening APAP’s organizational infrastructure and governance.
- Information Technology: Individuals with expertise in information systems, cybersecurity, data management, technology infrastructure, or the implementation and oversight of systems that support efficient organizational operations.
- Technology Strategy and Digital Innovation: Candidates who can help APAP anticipate and respond to emerging technologies, develop forward-looking digital strategies, and use technology to strengthen programs, services, audience reach, and organizational impact.
- Community Engagement and Civic Leadership: Individuals with experience building trusted community relationships, fostering cross-sector collaboration, and using the performing arts to support civic participation, dialogue, and stronger communities.
- Business Development and Revenue Diversification: Candidates with experience identifying new business opportunities, developing earned-revenue strategies, creating sustainable revenue streams, and reducing reliance on traditional funding sources.
Leadership & Field Perspective -- How has the nominee demonstrated leadership in their field or community? Please describe their ability to bring people together and how that would help advance APAP. (50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Innovation & Future Readiness -- How has the nominee led change that strengthened their organization, community, or field for the future? (50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Community Impact & Civic Purpose -- How does this nominee exemplify APAP's values? How does the candidate contribute to building communities that promote equity, address social issues, and make the arts accessible for all? (50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Strategic Expertise -- Which of APAP's priority areas best align with the nominee's experience? APAP's strategic priorities include: organizational sustainability, membership growth, sponsorship development, strategic partnerships, innovation, and community building. (50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Specialized Knowledge -- Describe how the nominee's skills connect to one or more of APAP's priority areas: Fundraising / Friendraising, Legal, Information Technology/Digital Innovation, Human Resources/Organizational Culture, or other areas identified in the nominations letter. (brevity is best: 50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Board Readiness & Governance Experience -- Please list any current or previous board service, committee leadership, or governance experience the nominee holds. Note any APAP-specific engagement (e.g., conference participation, committee service, speaking engagements). (brevity is best: 50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Fundraising & Earned Revenue Opportunities -- Please describe any relationships, experience, or ideas the nominee brings that could help advance APAP’s fundraising and long-term fund development priorities. (brevity is best: 50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Board Culture and Commitment -- Does the nominee have capacity to dedicate a minimum of 2-4 hours monthly to this working board?

Other
Please attach a resume/CV for the nominee.
Resume/CV (Required)

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Please attach additional documentation that you think is relevant to this nomination (letter of support signed by yourself or a colleague, press mentions, etc).
Document #1 (Optional)

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Document #2 (Optional)

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Nominator:

Person submitting the nomination
Your Name:

First NameLast Name
Your Title:
Example: Artist, Executive Director at Performing Arts Institution, Producer, etc.
Your E-mail:
example@example.com

Self-Nomination
Your Name:

First NameLast Name
Pronouns:
Title:
Example: Artist, Executive Director at Performing Arts Institution, Producer, etc.
Organization (if applicable):
Please type "N/A" if not applicable.
Location:

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
E-mail:
example@example.com
Phone:
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Website/LinkedIn:
Can be a personal website or organizational, or a LinkedIn page.
APAP Board of Directors Priorities
- Advocacy and Public Policy: Individuals with a background in arts advocacy or public policy, particularly those who can help advance APAP’s mission through government relations, lobbying efforts, or public awareness campaigns.
- Fundraising Capacity and Philanthropic Connections: APAP board members are expected to contribute a minimum of $1,000 annually and actively participate in broader fundraising efforts, including identifying prospective donors, leveraging philanthropic relationships, and assisting with outreach and cultivation.
- Membership Growth and Member Engagement: Individuals with experience developing strategies to attract, retain, and meaningfully engage members, particularly within associations, membership organizations, or the performing arts sector.
- Corporate Partnerships and Sponsorship Development: Candidates with experience cultivating corporate relationships, securing sponsorships, and developing mutually beneficial partnerships that advance organizational goals and generate financial or in-kind support.
- Human Resources and Organizational Development: Individuals with expertise in human resources, talent management, organizational culture, leadership development, succession planning, or workplace policies and practices.
- Legal Expertise: Candidates with a legal background, particularly those who can contribute to strengthening APAP’s organizational infrastructure and governance.
- Information Technology: Individuals with expertise in information systems, cybersecurity, data management, technology infrastructure, or the implementation and oversight of systems that support efficient organizational operations.
- Technology Strategy and Digital Innovation: Candidates who can help APAP anticipate and respond to emerging technologies, develop forward-looking digital strategies, and use technology to strengthen programs, services, audience reach, and organizational impact.
- Community Engagement and Civic Leadership: Individuals with experience building trusted community relationships, fostering cross-sector collaboration, and using the performing arts to support civic participation, dialogue, and stronger communities.
- Business Development and Revenue Diversification: Candidates with experience identifying new business opportunities, developing earned-revenue strategies, creating sustainable revenue streams, and reducing reliance on traditional funding sources.
Leadership & Field Perspective -- How have you demonstrated leadership in your field or community? Please describe your ability to bring people together and how that would help advance APAP. (50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Innovation & Future Readiness -- How have you led change that strengthened your organization, community, or field for the future? (50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Community Impact & Civic Purpose -- How do you exemplify APAP's values? How do you contribute to building communities that promote equity, address social issues, and make the arts accessible for all? (50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Strategic Expertise -- Which of APAP's priority areas best align with your experience? APAP's strategic priorities include: organizational sustainability, membership growth, sponsorship development, strategic partnerships, innovation, and community building. (50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Specialized Knowledge -- Describe how your skills connect to one or more of APAP's priority areas: Fundraising / Friendraising, Legal, Information Technology/Digital Innovation, Human Resources/Organizational Culture, or other areas identified in the nominations letter. (brevity is best: 50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Board Readiness & Governance Experience -- Please list any current or previous board service, committee leadership, or governance experience you hold. Note any APAP-specific engagement (e.g., conference participation, committee service, speaking engagements). (brevity is best: 50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Fundraising & Earned Revenue Opportunities -- Please describe any relationships, experience, or ideas you bring that could help advance APAP’s fundraising and long-term fund development priorities. (brevity is best: 50-75 words suggested, 250 words maximum)
Board Culture and Commitment -- Do you have capacity to dedicate a minimum of 2-4 hours monthly to this working board?

Other
Please attach your resume/CV.
Your Resume/CV (Required)

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Please attach additional documentation that you think is relevant to this nomination (letter of support signed by a colleague, press mentions, etc).
Document #1 (Optional)

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Document #2 (Optional)

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2026 Board of Directors Nominations Form

Nomination - Individual

APAP Board of Directors Priorities

Self-Nomination

APAP Board of Directors Priorities

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