The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, renowned in Orlando, is broadening its leadership with the addition of seven new board members. As reported by WFTV, starting their roles on July 31, these individuals bring diverse backgrounds, including prominent figures in business, law, healthcare, and philanthropy. Their appointments mark a pivotal movement for the nonprofit as it enters its next growth phase and sustains its commitment to making the arts accessible.
Among the new directors are Rick Cardenas, CEO of Darden Restaurants, and Joseph Conte, a healthcare entrepreneur with a history at UCF. Completing the suite of fresh faces are Ryan DeVos of Orlando Magic, attorney Ted Edwards, Leila Jammal of NV5 Global Inc., Florida Blue's Tony Jenkins, and Marc McMurrin, helming the Ginsburg Family Foundation. These appointments announced, President and CEO Kathy Ramsberger expressed enthusiasm for the "energy, insight and love for the arts" the new members are anticipated to contribute, drawing from a statement reported by Bungalower.
The transition also bids farewell to four long-standing board members, including The Honorable Linda Chapin and Steve Miller. Board Chairman Ed Timberlake offered thanks for the years of dedication that helped transform the Dr. Phillips Center from a dream into reality, as highlighted by WFTV.
