In an age of profound change, how must arts administrators evolve so our organizations stay relevant and thrive? It starts by asking tough... more
The end of the year is a busy time for arts administrators, packed with holiday campaigns and fundraising deadlines. With... more
In today’s post-pandemic world, keeping our audiences engaged and organizations financially healthy can feel like an uphill battle. Changing audience... more
The world is full of injustice and inequity, and most arts organizations have the best of intentions to be responsive... more
A solid web analytics strategy gives the insight you need to better understand your audiences, optimize your campaigns, and ultimately,... more
Governor Ron DeSantis’ recent veto of over $30 million in arts and culture funding is more than just a financial... more
Social media is more than just a content dumping ground. It's where your organization makes its first impression on potential... more
A new cohort of inspiring and determined individuals has moved into leadership positions at cultural organizations—and they’re challenging traditional notions... more
What sets successful diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and access (DEIBA) initiatives apart? It's not about checking boxes; it's about prioritizing... more
Audience behavior has changed significantly over the past few years, and pre-pandemic benchmarks are all but obsolete. If we want... more
Audience engagement is critical for attracting and retaining new attendees. But what exactly does it look like in practice? For... more
Across a variety of artistic genres, we see persistent gender imbalances among the creatives and leaders who make the art... more
What do we do when “the classics”—those canonical treasures that embody the rich traditions of our genres—start to feel outdated... more
Holding the artistic reins of an organization is no easy feat—especially when that organization has been around for generations and... more
The changing digital landscape might present challenges, but it also presents a great opportunity to reassess and refocus as we... more
From the rise of AI-driven advertising to the imminent third-party cookie crunch—which developments deserve your valuable time and attention in... more
Happy Black History Month, podcast listeners! Our latest episode coincides with the vibrant celebrations of Black history and shines a... more
CI to Eye is back with a healthy dose of inspiration to help you re-center at the top of the... more
The holidays are upon us, which means strategic planning is seriously heating up. Try as you might to enjoy your... more
We’re swiftly approaching one of the busiest times of year for arts marketers… and with it, holiday programs, gift campaigns,... more
Subscription numbers continue to dwindle at arts organizations across the country, begging the question: Is it time to rethink... more
Arts administrators wear a lot of hats, and that trend has only intensified as our industry finds itself in recovery... more
In the summer of 2020, George Floyd’s murder and the protests that followed sparked crucial conversations about racial equity and... more
Many of us are staring down end-of-fiscal-year goals, but it’s hard not to feel discouraged by prevailing economic uncertainty and... more
AI is generating a lot of buzz in the marketing sphere—but is it really worth the hype? In this episode... more
More than ever, arts marketers need to be purposeful about data collection, responsive to privacy regulations, and respectful of their... more
As arts marketers, it’s easy to get distracted by shiny new digital marketing trends or bogged down with low-impact work.... more
In this episode, we revisit a panel discussion from Boot Camp 2022 about creating a more inclusive and accountable arts... more
As we near the end of 2022, arts organizations are still in recovery mode. Audiences are slow to return to... more
In this episode, we navigate themes of authenticity and personal connection. From building teams that reflect the individual team members’... more
In this episode, we embrace the evolution of digital content. From the shift towards vertical video across social media platforms... more
In this episode, we explore themes of transition and turnover. From shifts away from old digital tools towards new ones... more
In this episode, Priya sits down with Johnna Fellows Gluth and MP to dive into the 2021 Performing Arts Ticket... more
In this episode, Erik speaks with CI’s new President, Priya Iyer, about her experience navigating a new and challenging leadership... more
How might the transformative events of the last two years impact the arts sector going forward? In this conversation, Erik... more
How do you diversify your audience? You might start by rethinking whether that’s even the best question to ask. ... more
Courtney J. Boddie is the VP of Education and School Engagement at the New Victory Theater. In 2019, TYA/USA awarded... more
Claire Spencer is the CEO of Arts Centre Melbourne, a massive multi-disciplinary performing arts center in Melbourne, Australia, that stages... more
Nik Rama is Principal Analytical Lead at Google, where he also leads mindfulness sessions as part of the gPause program.... more
In response to demands for increased user privacy, Apple’s iOS 14 update will make it easier for users to control... more
Andrew Recinos is the President and CEO of Tessitura Network, a member-owned non-profit dedicated to advancing the business of arts... more
Courtney J. Boddie is the VP of Education and School Engagement at the New Victory Theater. In 2019, TYA/USA awarded her with... more