2026-2027 Executive Leadership Program
Designed for individuals aspiring to hold senior roles in large arts, culture and heritage organizations, the program emphasizes mentorship and knowledge exchange, providing participants with the networks to advance their careers. Learn more about the program here.
Program Highlights (April 2026 – May 2027):
- Participation and complimentary registration for the 2026 Canadian Arts Summit
- Monthly one-on-one mentorship sessions with a Summit delegate
- Quarterly peer-to-peer sessions with fellow participants
Participants:
We are thrilled to introduce the 10 leaders participating in this year’s Executive Leadership Program. We encourage you to join us in extending a warm welcome to these leaders at the Summit!
Abby Vincent
Head of Marketing & Development
Museum London
Catherine Doyle
Director, Philanthropic & Strategic Development
Orchestre Métropolitain
Estelle Shook
Artistic Director
Caravan Farm Theatre
Dr. Hayley Andrew
Senior Manager, Exhibitions & Collections
Aga Khan Museum
Joelle Peters
Artistic Director
Native Earth Performing Arts
Kareen Lalicon
Manager of Ticketing Services & Operations
The Royal Conservatory of Music
Keltie Forsyth
Artistic Managing Director
Presentation House Cultural Society
Kevin Tanner
Executive Director
Dalhousie Arts Centre
Meghan Meisters
Senior Manager, Community Partnerships
National Arts Centre Orchestra
Tak Pham
Curator
Illingworth Kerr Gallery, AUArts
Mentors
A special thank you to the 10 delegates who will participate as mentors in this year-long program, launching at the Summit.
Aileen Burns
Co-Executive Director and CEO
Remai Modern
Alex Sarian
President & CEO
Werklund Centre
Alisa Palmer
Artistic Producer
Vita Brevis Arts
Chris Lorway
President & CEO
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
David Leinster
Chief Executive Officer
Contemporary Calgary
John Hampton
Executive Director & CEO
MacKenzie Art Gallery
Kondwani Mwase
Executive Director, Audience Engagement
National Arts Centre
Marianne Perron
Chief Artistic Officer
Orchestre symphonique de Montréal
Paul Larocque
President & CEO
Arts Umbrella
Shelley Falconer
President & CEO
Art Gallery of Hamilton
Executive Leadership Supporting Partners
