Submit Date: Mar 21, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Email Address
Street Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone Alternate Phone
Employer Job Title
City of Napa Boards & Commissions
Profile
Mailing Address (if different than Resident Address above) Length of Residence in the City of Napa:
4 years
Length of Residence in the County of Napa:
4 years
Registered to vote in the City of Napa?
Yes No
Ethnicity *
Caucasian/Non-Hispanic
Interests & Experiences
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Public Art Steering Committee: Submitted
Anne M Vignaud
Napa CA 94558
Domain H. William Harlan Strategic Partnerships Manager Anne M Vignaud Page 1 of 3
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1 of 5 Members MUST be a Visual Arts Professional. Are you applying as a Visual Arts Professional?
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2 of 5 Members MUST be Practicing Professional Artists in any medium. Are you applying as a Practicing Professional Artist?
Yes No
Community Service Experience:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America / Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York: Served as highly involved Big Sister for 4 years (until Little Sister graduated from the program and graduated from high school in 2017) Co-Founder of Table Talk: San Francisco Professional Women's Leadership Forum (Scheduled for March 2020 but still postponed)
Education:
MA in Arts Administration, New York University, 2012 Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting, Rhode Island School of Design, 2009
Other relevant experience or expertise:
I am passionate about public art and have sought it out wherever I have lived or visited. Public art has the potential not only to uplift and inspire citizens and visitors to a city, but to communicate community values and create a shared sense of pride and dignity among citizens. 6 years producing partner-sponsored international exhibitions for Christie's Auction house, including partnerships with museums, private art collections, curators, and art historians; 1.5 years working on Development for Exhibitions for The Metropolitan Museum of Art, fundraising for corporate and individual sponsorship for all museum exhibitions with a 5-year advance scope; Over 40 articles, including art reviews and artist profiles, published by publications including Artforum.com and WSJ Magazine; Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting from RISD; MA in Visual Arts Administration including course work in Art Law, Nonprofit Arts Businesses, Gallery & Auctions Business; wrote thesis on artist-managed creative spaces. A lifetime love, admiration, and appreciation for fine art in all its formats!
Additional Questions
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this board? I would love to learn more. My understanding is that the roles and responsibilities of this board are to review proposals for public art installations and provide recommendations to City Council, including:
appropriateness and messaging of proposed art or installations; assessments of project funding; and placement in conjunction with other city planning efforts. I was not aware that board meetings are open to the public, but would love to attend a few meetings if invited to do so.
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Have you ever attended a meeting of this board? If so, how many? No
What duties of this board are most interesting to you?
Outside of my passion in general for public art and the opportunity to review and discuss proposals, I enjoy and excel at liaising between multiple parties to negotiate agreements when multiple interests are at play. My professional role overseeing Strategic Partnerships requires relationship management with internal and external parties at the organization, as well as formal relationship development with external parties for business purposes. I imagine the process of installing public art often requires consideration for many agendas (that at times require mediation!) and would look forward to helping all parties find common ground while learning the landscape.
What activities of this board are least interesting to you? Not sure! I imagine there can be frustration when proposals are at odds with other needs of the city, and would look forward to helping to navigate these matters.
What programs or projects would you like to see improved or implemented? As a member of the Napa community I feel there is always room for improvement for communication with community members surrounding new initiatives or projects. Especially where public art is concerned, the community seems to always have a positive response to new installations -- and there is some fantastic creativity in terms of the public art that is presented, such as the Lighted Art Festival. However, I think improved communications around these efforts will help the public know where to find information about upcoming installations or exhibitions; to understand the genesis of these projects and how projects connect with the local culture; and to feel like active participants in the community's culture.
How would you approach improving these project(s) or program(s)? I would only be able to make recommendations after knowing the full scope of what is possible and what has been discussed. With that being said, I might propose a comprehensive communications plan announcing upcoming installations, exhibitions, or public art experiences alongside some simple description providing context as to how the work relates with the ideals of Napa. As an art writer, I always found that clear, concise, and targeted communication and education is the best way to connect the public more deeply with the art they encounter in their community and environment.
Are you involved in any organizations or activities that may result in a conflict of interest if you are appointed to this board?
No
Please list two local references and their phone numbers:
Casey Burke: Flavia Martini Cilli: Adrienne Stillman Krausz:
How did you learn of this vacancy?
Internet
Other
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Submit Date: Mar 21, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Email Address
Street Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone Alternate Phone
Employer Job Title
City of Napa Boards & Commissions
Profile
Mailing Address (if different than Resident Address above)
Length of Residence in the City of Napa:
47 years
Length of Residence in the County of Napa:
47 years
Registered to vote in the City of Napa?
Yes No
Ethnicity *
Caucasian/Non-Hispanic
Interests & Experiences
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Public Art Steering Committee: Submitted
Michael E Mautner
Napa CA 94558
St. Peter's Church, Oakland Rector
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1 of 5 Members MUST be a Visual Arts Professional. Are you applying as a Visual Arts Professional?
Yes No
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2 of 5 Members MUST be Practicing Professional Artists in any medium. Are you applying as a Practicing Professional Artist?
Yes No
Community Service Experience:
San Diego Arts Council event subcommittee 1990-1991 Napa Kiwanis Club 1998 to present Volunteer Civics teacher, Kolbe Academy/Trinity Prep., 2019
Education:
Matriculated, St. Joseph's Anglican Theological College, 2001 California Western Law, JD 1991 U.C., Berkeley, BA, History 1988
Other relevant experience or expertise:
Active in local theater since 1995, Active in local writers & poetry community since 1997 Additional Questions
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this board? Provide input to City regarding public art proposals of developers during the permitting process.
Have you ever attended a meeting of this board? If so, how many? No
What duties of this board are most interesting to you?
Art review in a regulatory/ permit process is bound to generate fascinating community discussion even if just among the members.
What activities of this board are least interesting to you? Absorbing the Ordinance mentally so can help keep discussions of the members on point and minimize talk both art theory and personal opinion.
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What programs or projects would you like to see improved or implemented? Interactive Public Art Experiences, especially for younger children, should be considered, if practicable in a given development.
How would you approach improving these project(s) or program(s)? Collaboratively
Are you involved in any organizations or activities that may result in a conflict of interest if you are appointed to this board?
Not to my knowledge.
Please list two local references and their phone numbers:
Lance Hafenstein, Kiwanis Club of Napa President. Barry Martin, Co-Director, Lucky Penny Productions.
How did you learn of this vacancy?
Internet
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Michael E. Mautner
Currently Rector, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Oakland, CA, since January 2013 Member California State Bar, since June 1992 (SBN 158341) (Formerly) Certified Specialist, Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Law -- California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization, 1999 -2003 (Formerly) Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation, 1999-2003 Education
1988 Bachelor of Arts (With Honors) University of California, Berkeley 1991 Juris Doctor (Cum Laude) California Western School of Law San Diego 2001 Anglican Orders St. Joseph of Arimathea Anglican Theological College Professional
experience
2001- 2013 Napa County District Attorney Napa, CA Deputy District Attorney Elder Abuse Unit lead attorney 2008-2012 2002-2012 St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Oakville, CA Rector
1993-1997 LenTillem & Associates Sonoma, CA Associate Attorney
Estate Planning, Probate, Personal Injury, Family Law
1997-2001 Specialty Solo Law Practice Napa, CA Lead Attorney with two part time employees
Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation
PRIOR LIMITED TERM APPOINTMENTS:
March-June 1993 Yolo County Superior Court Woodland, CA Research Attorney, Civil Law and Motion T entative Rulings 1992-1993 Yolo County District Attorney Woodland, CA Deputy District Attorney
Civil Asset Seizures Sworn Deputy D.A. (Pay Designation Legal Secretary) May – August 1992 Sonoma County District Attorney Sonoma, CA Law Clerk, Criminal Law and Motion
Sept 1991- May 1992 Yolo County District Attorney Woodland, CA Law Clerk, Consumer Fraud and Environmental Prosecutions Napa, CA 94558
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Submit Date: Mar 25, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Email Address
Street Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone Alternate Phone
Employer Job Title
City of Napa Boards & Commissions
Profile
Mailing Address (if different than Resident Address above)
Length of Residence in the City of Napa:
35 Length of Residence in the County of Napa:
35 Registered to vote in the City of Napa?
Yes No
Ethnicity *
Asian or Pacific islander
Interests & Experiences
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Public Art Steering Committee: Submitted
Miki Hsu Leavey
Napa CA 94955
Sonoma Valley Museum of Art
Community Engagement &
Special Projects Coordinator
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Question applies to Public Art Steering Committee
1 of 5 Members MUST be a Visual Arts Professional. Are you applying as a Visual Arts Professional?
Yes No
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2 of 5 Members MUST be Practicing Professional Artists in any medium. Are you applying as a Practicing Professional Artist?
Yes No
Community Service Experience:
Arts Council Napa Valley 1990-2015
Education:
BA Wheaton College English Lit & Creative Writing additional Professional Development in Arts Integration, Arts Education and Visual Literacy
Other relevant experience or expertise:
30+ career as Professional Artist in paint, collage assemblage and other multi media 20+ career as Arts Educator in local museums: COPIA, Napa Valley Museum, di Rosa, Sonoma Valley Museum of Art Teaching Artist in NVUSD,SVUSD and Bay area museums In charge of and delivered Labyrinth build at Bel Aire School
Additional Questions
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this board? To make recommendations of Artworks to be chosen and placed throughout the city To responsibly use Public Art Funds complying with Master Plan
Have you ever attended a meeting of this board? If so, how many? No
What duties of this board are most interesting to you?
The ability to give of myself towards the cultural growth of Napa To promote quality Artworks and the work of artists for the enhancement of Napa To invite residents and visitors to enjoy and engage in the beauty of Art and Nature found in Napa through thoughtful placement of selected works Miki Hsu Leavey Page 2 of 3
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What activities of this board are least interesting to you? Not sure
What programs or projects would you like to see improved or implemented? I would like to see the Steering Committee become more consistent in its understanding of its role I would like to see Art funds properly used I would like to see Art that is significant, meaningful over time and that brings inquiry and interest I would like to encourage placing artworks in various parks, a parking garage, and a newly rebuilt gateway to the city center. I would like to re-visit art for the city plaza I would like to see more Art in public areas of our diverse neighborhoods beyond the city center How would you approach improving these project(s) or program(s)? Prioritize projects by need or use or effectiveness or lack thereof Consider interactive artworks that engage audiences Build consensus Move with focus and when budgets allow Ask questions, listen for answers, give thoughtful suggestions
Are you involved in any organizations or activities that may result in a conflict of interest if you are appointed to this board?
No
Please list two local references and their phone numbers:
Phil Champlin David Graves
How did you learn of this vacancy?
Other
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MIKI HSU LEAVEY
Napa, California 94559 |
SUMMARY
Accomplished, dynamic studio arts instructor, museum education and docent manager, certified Arts Integration Specialist and Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS) facilitator, community arts advocate and speaker with extensive experience working for and consulting to nonprofit arts, museums, cultural organizations and schools. Instructs leadership and staff about arts integration, forges effective public/private partnerships, builds and manages arts programs and designs and delivers or retains artists to share compelling content with varied audiences. Directed and instructed 100 volunteer docents how to engage and teach museum visitors of all ages.
EXPERIENCE
Leavey Arts Team, Napa, CA
Owner & Consultant 1989 to Present
Founded a thriving business that offers: consulting and instructional services to arts, educational and cultural organizations and school districts; VTS coaching; program curation and execution; and public speaking for the Arts.
Arts Projects
Employed by Visual Thinking Strategies, partnered with The Hess Collection Winery and Leadership Napa Valley to provide VTS instruction for four Napa County and two Sonoma County elementary schools, other Bay Area schools, arts organizations and museums (2010-2015). Presented VTS during LNV’s Leadership Day. Executed educational programs with wineries to explore the relationship between art and wine. Leading and directing the build and installation of a public meditative labyrinth at Bel Air Park Elementary in Napa for community sharing beginning October 2018.
Furnished teaching, coaching and staff training for the Innovations Community Center in Napa (2017), a mental health organization. Helped clients express themselves by creating and displaying their art in public shows.
School-Based Learning Projects
Napa Valley Unified School District
3rd year teaching Studio Arts and coordinating the arts and artists portion of the NVUSD Adelante summer program for high school students in credit recovery for NVUSD’s Dept. of Assessment and Innovation 2019 On the Move
Serves as a Facilitator, Arts Coach and Project Manager for On the Move’s and Arts Council Napa Valley’s collaboration with Napa High School (2017-present) and local artists to foster community arts awareness among 9th graders. Students designed a multi-use vintage Silver Streak trailer for nonprofits to launch family programming in 2018.
Delivered studio arts instruction to Napa Unified School District schools (1989-2000) with On the Move. Retained by the Napa County Office of Education (2010-2012) and On the Move as the Program Manager for two after-school programs at Salvador Elementary School and McPherson Elementary School, reporting program spending.
Working for Napa Unified School District as an Integrated Arts Coach and Facilitator, assembled a team and grew teacher and administrator skills (2011-2017) through professional development.
Napa County Office of Education & Alameda County Office of Education Hired and trained 14 young adults on an ongoing basis, instructing them how to work with children, tracking classroom effectiveness. Employed local artists to offer visual arts, dance, martial arts, sports, science and gardening programming. Served as a liaison between students, families and parents with instructors. I
mplemented well-attended studio arts instruction for children, adults and families. Educated teachers and a program manager how to build curricula that successfully integrated studio arts across multiple subjects and classrooms as an Arts Integration Specialist with the Alameda Unified School District Elementary Schools (2010-2012) and Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District high schools (2011).
Museums & Schools
di Rosa, Napa, CA 1998 to 2011; 2011 to 2017
Education & Volunteer Docent Manager 2011 to 2017
Collaborated with the Interim Director of Public Engagement to increase the quality and quantity of indoor gallery art and outdoor sculpture public art programs on time and on budget.
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Designed tours and small public programs during the multi-year director absence. Developed outside tours and installed directional signs to enhance the visitor experience. Working with curators and the executive director, dramatically changed the way that docents were taught by:
identifying an optimal group methodology educational approach, crafting new content for the training curriculum and packets, preparing visual documents and pathways, and making programmatic logistical changes. Advanced the Art Spark Family Program by assembling the program team, format, logistics and materials to be used to facilitate children aged four to 16 and their parents make art together and tour the gallery. Managing the docent program and 100 volunteer docents, elevated the program to encourage deep thinking and practice in looking at and talking about art leveraging audience engagement best practices. By carefully matching volunteer docent skills and interests with museum needs, eliminated the high attrition rate, adding stability to the program. Employed personalized coaching to improve docent performance.
Teaching Artist 1998 to 2011
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elivered exceptional studio arts instruction and arts education museum programming (e.g., art, dance) to K-12 students and adult guests visiting Di Rosa.
Napa Valley Museum, Yountville, CA
Curator of Education for Public Programs 2004 to 2006 Drove, researched and prepared on time, interactive educational and arts-based programs for visitors of all ages, promoting understanding of local history, art and the environment. Increased attendance and museum membership due to dynamic interactive programs for adults, families and children.
Produced and administered the program budget, coming in under budget for each museum program. Trained museum volunteers how to enhance their skills in working with museum visitors.
COPIA: American Center for Wine, Food & the Arts, Napa, CA Arts Educator & Museum Programmer 2000 to 2003
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pearheaded, researched, developed and promoted timely, interactive, cost-effective informative arts and culture multi-year programs for the public in wide ranging Art subjects. Worked diligently to hit 3-6 months PR deadlines for educational programs.
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rained COPIA docents in all 3-5 galleries and their exhibitions in multiple rotations per year. A
ssisted in the creation of the education budget and managed all aspects of that budget. I
nitiated the Art Cart program, repurposing mobile wine carts as art carts for illustrating artistic Tools of the Trade and expanding interactive experiences in global Culture. Curated carts to demonstrate ceramic building, hear world music, cultural poetry and literature, show textiles and design objects, all in support of current exhibitions.
Alameda County Office of Education, Hayward, CA
Arts Integration Facilitator/Coach 2011 to 2015
Furnished collaborative, integrated arts STEAM PD professional development/certification training for teachers.
Modeled how teachers could take a theme and integrate the arts (e.g., botany illustration, poetry) into the classroom.
Napa County Office of Education, Napa, CA
Program Manager, After School Programs 2010 to 2012
Assigned to Redwood Middle School, directed the after-school program as the on-site manager, hiring, training and mentoring program staff. Spearheaded and led a two-day, on-site train the trainer program, educating up to 40 Napa Office of Education,
Boys & Girls Clubs of Napa Valley and artist guest staff.
Salvador Elementary School Magnet Arts, Napa, CA
Consulting Program Manager 2007 to 2011
Activated arts integration for a K-5 school to
engage students at a deeper level of inquiry through Artful Learning, linking the arts and the artistic process to classroom learning. Created and implemented an integrated arts professional development program for Salvador teachers, crafting the curriculum. Collaborated with teachers to identify and roll out suitable art projects for their classroom.
On the Move, Napa, CA
Site Director, Consultant 2007 to 2010
Organized literary, music and physical arts team building activities and leadership events for underserved middle school and high school students to help close the achievement gap and provide equal arts access.
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Engaged and developed new leaders in cooperation with partners to foster rigorous systems change and creation of inclusive, equitable communities.
Formed, produced program structure, led and managed a classroom and after-school program for Redwood Middle School as the On the Move site director.
The Oxbow School, Napa, CA
Student Recruiter 2003 to 2004
Recruited Northern California public school juniors, seniors and gap-year students drawn from Humboldt to Monterey Counties for an arts school that offers a semester-long program focusing on studio art making, interdisciplinary humanities, social exploration and thought-provoking academic instruction.
Arts Council Napa Valley, Napa, CA
Teaching Artist & Museum Educator 1988 to 2000
Advocated for and led arts programs that benefitted residents resulting in a more sustainable, accessible, quality local arts scene. Established and rolled out arts programming for K-12 schools and the community.
EDUCATION , TRAINING , CERTIFICATION & COMPUTER SKILLS Education: Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature and Creative Writing, Wheaton College, Norton, Massachusetts.
Training: Critical Thinking Conferences, Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park, California, 1990, 1991. Certification: Arts Integration Specialist, ACOE, 2010. Visual Thinking Strategies, Harvard University, 2011.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Acrobat); LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest.
Miki Hsu Leavey Resume 3
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Submit Date: Mar 29, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Email Address
Street Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone Alternate Phone
Employer Job Title
City of Napa Boards & Commissions
Profile
Mailing Address (if different than Resident Address above) Length of Residence in the City of Napa:
3.5 years
Length of Residence in the County of Napa:
3.5 years
Registered to vote in the City of Napa?
Yes No
Ethnicity *
Caucasian/Non-Hispanic
Interests & Experiences
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Public Art Steering Committee: Submitted
Merle S Smith
Napa CA 94558
Retired Was a CEO and President
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Question applies to Public Art Steering Committee
1 of 5 Members MUST be a Visual Arts Professional. Are you applying as a Visual Arts Professional?
Yes No
Question applies to Public Art Steering Committee
2 of 5 Members MUST be Practicing Professional Artists in any medium. Are you applying as a Practicing Professional Artist?
Yes No
Community Service Experience:
1. Napa Valley Community Foundation - Napa, CA. Member of Funding and Marketing Committee since 2019 2.. COPE Family Center - Napa, CA. Member of HR and Development Committees since 2019, and on Board of Directors and Executive Committees since January 2021. Head of the HR Committee since January 2021. Volunteer for many of Cope's initiatives including Paint the Town Blue and the Vineyard Circle. 3. NEWS- Napa, CA. - Volunteer for Fundraising in 2019 4. St. Luke’s LifeWorks - Stamford, CT.
Nondenominational, nonprofit organization; volunteered to manage funding event executed by children that raised over $16,000 over 4 years
Education:
1. University of Pennsylvania; 1970 - BA Chemistry, Dean's List, University Scholarship 2. Boston University: 1972 MBA – MBA with High Honors, Class Valedictorian, Gillette Fellowship ( first female), MBA Scholarship
Other relevant experience or expertise:
I was a Senior General Manager in both the Consumer Package Goods and Fashion Industries. Within both industries, I utilized my creative skillset by developing marketing campaigns as well as working with designers such as Ralph Lauren and Tom Ford on new fashion products. I see fashion as a form of art. It takes a creative talent to develop true fashion. Since college, I developed a strong appreciation for art and have been fortunate to have taken art history courses and visited museums throughout the world.
Additional Questions
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this board? The Public Art Steering Committee advises the City Council and staff concerning public art proposals in addition to reviewing the Art Master Plan for any updates. The Steering Committee does not make the final decisions, but makes proposals, raises issues and assist with good communications regarding Public Art in the community.
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Have you ever attended a meeting of this board? If so, how many? No
What duties of this board are most interesting to you?
Assisting in developing a strategic plan for Napa to become a tourist destination for Art as well as wine.
Researching and assessing options for Public Art Working with companies to attain new Public Art and ensuring it fits within the Board's guidelines Working with artists to develop the appropriate art for each venue consistent with the board's goals and guidelines
What activities of this board are least interesting to you? Financial issues
What programs or projects would you like to see improved or implemented?
1. Napa Lighted Art Festival - Each year expand the event to bring more tourists to Napa. Extending the Festival through mid-March was a great idea this year. It would be great to add more outdoor art during the Festival as well as having local businesses participate. 2. Napa Art Walk - The art walk also can bring more tourists to the city. Social media and publicity could be enhanced. 3. Tourists come to Napa Valley primarily for wine tastings. Why not add a second dimension to the tourism reason for visiting Napa while in CA. Napa City can become known as an art destination. The Light Festival and Art Walk are just the beginning.
How would you approach improving these project(s) or program(s)? First, develop a strategic plan with key goals, strategies, costs, etc. to be approved by the City Council.
The strategic plan would incorporate a long term "Art" goal for the city plus a 5-year plan of how to start to achieve the "Art" goal. A brainstorming session or two can be the first phase of developing a strategic plan. Once the strategic plan is approved, tactics and programs would be initiated.
Are you involved in any organizations or activities that may result in a conflict of interest if you are appointed to this board?
Not at this time.
Please list two local references and their phone numbers:
1. Terrence Mulligan @ NVCF; 2. Michele Grupe @ Cope Family Center; How did you learn of this vacancy?
Internet
Other
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MERLE SLOSS SMITH
Napa, CA 94558
Senior Advisory or Board Positions
*Fashion Industry *Consumer Organizations *Retail Companies * Profit or Non-Profit Enterprises Senior General Manager with a consistent and verifiable record of success in establishing or rejuvenating branded businesses. Delivers strong and sustainable top and bottom line growth with emphasis on strategic planning, merchandising and operations and restructuring approaches. Track record in improving margins and managing costs for licensing, retail and wholesale businesses. Skills successfully applied within fashion, luxury and package good markets. Exceptional oral and written communicator and negotiator. Leads by example with “Open-Door” philosophy. BA (Chemistry); MBA (High Honors).
Decision maker with proven ability to make things happen according to flexible collaborative planning. Increased licensing royalty fee and advertising fee by +20%. Transformed family business to global player increasing sales $50 million in 2 years. Rejuvenated licensing business in one year with royalty income up $1.7 million. More than doubled wholesale/ retail sales to $180 million with average annual growth +10%. Built wholesale and retail accessory business from near zero to +$40 million.
Visionary who sees what can be and makes it reality.
Expanded international licensing from 2% to 15% of the business. Championed derivative product line with annual sales of $25 million. Envisioned two distinct, yet complementary licensing product lines that increased sales revenue $10 million, 60% for one category and $65 million, 200% for a second. Developed merchandise and selling structures that laid the foundation for one of greatest turnarounds in last decade, Gucci.
Transformed manufacturing firm into a consumer driven company resulting in revenue growth of $110 million.
Innovative problem solver that fosters margin growth and cost reductions. Improved gross margins from 43% to 45% within two years. Executed shared services with parent company with $700,000 annual savings. Restructured product development licensing process with $600,000 in annual savings. Initiated purchasing and merchandising strategies that increased inventory turn by 50% for footwear and 400% for accessories.
Implemented new IS and warehouse systems improving operating income $1.3 M annually.
Merchandiser with instinct and experience across breadth of product categories. Added ten new product categories to licensing portfolio. Managed portfolio of licensed products including women's apparel, footwear, handbags, small leather goods, belts, watches, jewelry, coats, swimwear, sleepwear, home, sunglasses, ophthalmic eyewear, socks, hosiery, scarves, cold weather, and umbrellas.
Developed diamond fashion watch concept for licensee with sales + 60% in six months. Launched a secondary licensee footwear line generating $65 million revenue in year 3. Updated and expanded ladies’ footwear line resulting in +300% revenue growth.
EXPERIENCE
GEOFFREY BEENE, LLC. 2006-2018
EVP, President of Licensing
Manage over 25 licenses. Added 10 new product categories. Responsible for increasing royalty income by +$30 million from new licenses. Negotiated extensions for licenses with incremental guarantees of +$48Million.
Increased royalty fee and advertising contribution from 8% to +10%. Built international from 2% to 15% of total by expanding in 30 countries. Developed GBGB, Geoffrey Beene Gives Back concept to communicate company’s philanthropic mission to consumers; 100% of net profits fund critical causes of $200Million.
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CLAIRE’S STORES, INC., New York 2004-2006
President Claire’s Licensing
Initiated new strategic direction for Claire’s inclusive of first strategic plan, first market research study and first license with the goal of evolving Claire’s into a lifestyle brand for tween females.
Negotiated four key licenses with potential retail sales of +$100 million.
HALSTON LLC, New York 2001- 2004
Management Consultant Worked as an Independent Consultant in a turnaround situation as well as consulted for other companies.
ANNE KLEIN, New York, New York 1999-2001 A subsidiary of Kasper A.S.L., LTD
Anne Klein & Company, New York, New York 1995-1996 President of Global Licensing
Managed 15 product categories. Developed first licensing strategic plan. Signed first global license. Increased royalty income by$1.3 million in a year, plus 10%. Significantly increased cash flow by developing a new product development process for working with licenses that reduced cost by $600,000 annually.
RALPH LAUREN FOOTWEAR COMPANY, New York, New York 1996-1999 A Subsidiary of The Rockport Company (Reebok International) President
Transformed Ralph Lauren Footwear, a licensee of Ralph Lauren, from a family business to a major global player.
Created a new culture and infrastructure. Expanded sales by 100% in full price retail and outlet leased departments, wholesale and international. Managed 200 person staff.
GUCCIO GUCCI SPA, Florence, Italy 1994 Management Consultant
Developed global merchandising and sales structure as well as new processes as foundation for long-term growth.
BALLY OF SWITZERLAND, INC., New Rochelle, New York 1982-1993 President & Chief Executive Officer
Executive Vice President/General ManagerCorporate Vice President Vice President of Marketing
Director of Marketing
Transformed firm into a consumer-oriented company. Increased revenue by 150%. Sales - $180 million.
Directed retail and wholesale operations. Directed 550 people in the US, Canada and the Caribbean.
GENERAL FOODS CORPORATION, White Plains, New York 1972-1982 Product Group Manager, Desserts/Breakfast Division
Senior Product Manager, Breakfast Division
Product Manager, Breakfast DivisionAssociate Product Manager Post Division Assistant Product Manager Post Division
Headed strategic planning and business management of +$100 million businesses with $10 million marketing budget for brands such as Log Cabin and Grape Nuts. Directed marketing strategies and multi-functional development activities for new business.
EDUCATION
Boston University – MBA with High Honors
Class Valedictorian, Gillette Fellowship, MBA Scholarship University Of Pennsylvania - BA Chemistry
Dean's List, University Scholarship
AFFILIATIONS
University of Pennsylvania and Boston University International Campaign Committee and Alumni Associations Fashion Group International; Board of Directors
St. Luke’s LifeWorks - Stamford, CT. Nondenominational, nonprofit organization Napa Valley Community Foundation - Committee Member - Napa, CA Cope Family Center - Board of Directors; Head of HR Committee; Development Committee - Napa, CA NEWS - Committee member and volunteer - Napa, CA
Hidden Valley Association – Board of Directors of HOA
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Submit Date: Mar 30, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Email Address
Street Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone Alternate Phone
Employer Job Title
City of Napa Boards & Commissions
Profile
Mailing Address (if different than Resident Address above) Length of Residence in the City of Napa:
25 years
Length of Residence in the County of Napa:
28 years
Registered to vote in the City of Napa?
Yes No
Ethnicity *
Caucasian/Non-Hispanic
Interests & Experiences
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Public Art Steering Committee: Submitted
Garret T Murphy
Napa CA 94558
Vintner's Collective Founder
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Question applies to Public Art Steering Committee
1 of 5 Members MUST be a Visual Arts Professional. Are you applying as a Visual Arts Professional?
Yes No
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2 of 5 Members MUST be Practicing Professional Artists in any medium. Are you applying as a Practicing Professional Artist?
Yes No
Community Service Experience:
I currently serve on the Downtown Napa Association board, and in the past i had the privilege to serve on the Napa Downtown Steering Plan Committee as well as the Napa County Landmarks.
Education:
i went to culinary school in Paris France, and studied marketing at Berkeley.
Other relevant experience or expertise:
I have owned and operated multiple businesses in downtown Napa, Vintner's and Kitchen Collective being the latest projects. I also have had the privilege to be represented by a gallery in Sonoma last year.
Additional Questions
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this board? My understanding of the responsibility of this board is, but not limited to, placement and site selection of public art, art selection standards and criteria such as does it engage and match the diversity of our community or enlivens the urban environment, as well as assessing the short or long term feasibility/ cost for maintenance and conservation for such art.
Have you ever attended a meeting of this board? If so, how many? no
What duties of this board are most interesting to you?
i would like to use my experience as an artist who grew up in France to advise, share my European point of view, inspire and uplift the lives of Napa’s residents and visitors alike. I would like to help drive a clear long term artistic vision for this wonderful city.
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What activities of this board are least interesting to you? its all fascinating and important work to me
What programs or projects would you like to see improved or implemented? i would love to see more public art as important visual landmarks. In Paris we often use public art and architectural structures as visual and point of references when giving direction. i would love to bring more interactive art to the downtown, possibly in a form of resting spaces in parks or even on sidewalks.
How would you approach improving these project(s) or program(s)? Make sure the art is meaningful, powerful and strategically situated. Working closely with, or serving in the next Napa Downtown Steering Plan Committee might help provide better funding and strategic locations for our public art.
Are you involved in any organizations or activities that may result in a conflict of interest if you are appointed to this board?
None
Please list two local references and their phone numbers:
John Hannaford: Ryan Gregory - Napa County Board of Supervisor:
How did you learn of this vacancy?
Internet
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Garret T Murphy
Artist Bio:
I am an American that grew up in Paris, surrounded with beauty and grit, everything you see in France is an artistic expression! After a quarter century of traveling and working around Europe and the US, I finally settled in Napa Valley where the landscape, the people and the food reminds me of France. Perfect place to be inspired!
I am a self-taught painter; I love most mediums but prefer oil paint. I am a landscape and portrait artist, my paint strokes are loose mostly alla prima, impressionistic, with a touch of abstraction and a feel of realism.
Artist Statement:
My Thirst for learning is insatiable, as a fledging artist I get inspired by nature, people and the science of perception, how much and how little needs to be rendered for the viewer eyes to be satisfied? How far can I bend reality and how much spatial deconstruction can be had, and still have the viewer interpret the painting to be impressionistic with even some touch of realism. John Singer Sargent and many of his contemporaries mastered that magical touch! Sometimes I whistle, sing or joke not always because I am happy, but to brighten my day and others! Same is true with my art, sometimes I just paint, the more spontaneous the better.
I am drawn to movement and playfulness; Each brushstrokes suggesting to my audience a magical and a wondrous journey!
Please feel free to visit my website to see the work:
www.GarretMurphyArt.com
Email me for more info: or call my cell:
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Submit Date: Mar 31, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Email Address
Street Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone Alternate Phone
Employer Job Title
City of Napa Boards & Commissions
Profile
Mailing Address (if different than Resident Address above) Length of Residence in the City of Napa:
5 years
Length of Residence in the County of Napa:
5 years
Registered to vote in the City of Napa?
Yes No
Ethnicity *
Caucasian/Non-Hispanic
Interests & Experiences
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Public Art Steering Committee: Submitted
Kimberly C McGinness
Napa CA 94558
Paper Napan Walkabouts Owner
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Question applies to Public Art Steering Committee
1 of 5 Members MUST be a Visual Arts Professional. Are you applying as a Visual Arts Professional?
Yes No
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2 of 5 Members MUST be Practicing Professional Artists in any medium. Are you applying as a Practicing Professional Artist?
Yes No
Community Service Experience:
As VP of Community Service for the MBA Association at the Eli Broad Graduate School of Management, I was responsible for community outreach and organizing donation drives at the school of business. - Captained the Susan G. Komen race team that raised > $5000 - Coordinated annual donation drives for the Lansing City Rescue Woman's Shelter Volunteer tutor at VAST, Valuable After-School Time, an after- school program in Grapevine, TX that works with at-risk elementary and middle school students. I am also a regular blood donor at Vitalant Blood Donation since 2019.
Education:
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Business Administration Michigan State University - Master of Business Administration
Other relevant experience or expertise:
When I moved to Napa five years ago, I instantly admired its world-class sophistication and small-town vibe and appreciated all the details that make this legendary destination unique. Naturally, I became a personal tour guide for friends and family who visited Napa Valley. As an experienced world traveler with more than ten years of experience in the airline industry, I loved this role. Over time, I grew my tours to include multiple stops and public artworks around town. I began forging personal relationships with some business owners along the way and connected with RAD Napa to understand this project and incorporate street art in my tours. In 2018, I opened my first tour that highlighted RAD Napa. I have hosted hundreds of people on this tour and understand both locals' and visitors' appreciation for this public art project. After launching my first tour, I added a downtown walking tour featuring the Napa ArtWalk. I have an extensive understanding of public art projects around Napa and a deep appreciation for what it adds to the community
Additional Questions
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What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this board? Volunteering to serve on the Public Art Steering Committee is an excellent opportunity to get more involved in my community in an area I have a passion. Given my business was a inspired by RAD Napa, I sincerely appreciate how public art can serve as a vital economic force. In addition to that, it can bond a community through a stimulating, attractive, and unique environment. The role and responsibilities of this board are to continue to support the placement of public art through a variety of different programs.
Have you ever attended a meeting of this board? If so, how many? No
What duties of this board are most interesting to you?
To encourage public art programs that will both bring the community together and be visually memorable to visitors. Advocate for programs that will enhance all aspects of the community and encourage connection.
What activities of this board are least interesting to you? I do not have an art background so I will leave the technical aspects to the committee's visual arts professional.
What programs or projects would you like to see improved or implemented? I would love to see a monthly "art hop" that regularly encourages the community to come downtown. If we can involve the downtown tasting rooms and retail shops to host local artists one day of the month (i.e., the first Friday of each month), it can help the artist and drive walking traffic into shops that participate.
How would you approach improving these project(s) or program(s)? I will first approach WINED (the downtown tasting room association), First St. Napa, and the RiverFront to see if there is interest in hosting an event. I will then work with the committee to develop the plan for the project and define the parameters of the artwork. I would highlight local artists and tap into the travel trend to "support local." I would hope to have this program continue to grow each month as it becomes more popular among locals and visitors.
Are you involved in any organizations or activities that may result in a conflict of interest if you are appointed to this board?
No. I am not longer operating my tours, but want to continue to support Napa Public Art programs.
Please list two local references and their phone numbers:
Stephanie Cole Rachael Cresci
How did you learn of this vacancy?
Other
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KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS
● Successfully launched and managed boutique walking tour company in downtown Napa
● Created and integrated multi-channel online distribution strategy for own tour company
● Led negotiations $1.1B American Airlines Joint Business contract with BCD Travel ● Sold Kellogg’s executive team new cross-channel brand strategy - adopted companywide
● Led team of six New York based sales leaders to manage a $200M portfolio ● Partnered with 10 Napa businesses to offer tailored customer experiences
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PAPER NAPAN WALKABOUTS - Napa, CA
2018 - Present
Owner
● Successfully launched and managed boutique walking tour company in top luxury destination
● Developed custom tours that featured both RAD Napa and the Napa ArtWalk ● Executed multi-channel online distribution program consisting of direct and third- party bookings
● Created robust content to optimize website SEO and rank page one for key Google search terms
● Selected to be featured in top YouT ube travel influencer’s Napa Valley episode:
Mitchell Travels
AMERICAN AIRLINES – Fort Worth, TX
2012– 2016
Manager, Global B2B Marketing (2016 – 2016)
● Led B2B marketing team to develop and implement marketing plan for Global Passenger Sales Force
● Launched new brand imagine and B2B narrative with omni-channel marketing plan ● Campaign resulted in a 0.26-point increase in the 2016 Business T ravel News Airline survey
● Doubled department resources in order to meet internal customer demand Manager, Strategic Account Sales (2012 – 2016)
● Managed top global TMC and corporate accounts worth over $1.2Billion in annual revenue
● Led contract negotiations with BCD T ravel that resulted in $12M annual revenue increase
● Negotiated contract HRG Travel that shifted premium traffic and increased revenue by $1.7M
● Lead negotiator for the Accenture oneworld contract negotiation and implementation that raised both share and quality of revenue on American Airlines to a total of $59.5 MM in annual revenue
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KELLOGG COMPANY – Battle Creek, MI
2009 – 2012
Associate Brand Manager
● Led cross-agency/cross-functional team through Keebler Cookie commercialization plan
● Spearheaded Kellogg’s first cross channel brand strategy and commercialization plan ● Developed and executed marketing plan for Nutri-Grain sub brand that netted $14M in annual sales
● Won Kellogg’s T erra-Nova “Bridge Builder” Award: annual award for best cross- functional team player
ELI BROAD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT – East Lansing, MI 2008-2009
Graduate Assistant
● One of two MBAs selected to work with the state of Michigan to drive small business growth
● Developed distribution strategy to maximize unused operational capacity for Quality Dairy
● Created new job opportunity for fellow classmate to develop new retail channel for local business
AMERICAN AIRLINES – New York, NY
1999 – 2007
District Sales Manager (2006-2007)
● Managed a team of six sales managers that covered a New York City territory worth over $200MM
● Responsible for annual budget of over $500K for customer incentive plan programs and sales team expenses
● Negotiated corporate contracts resulting in over $80MM in annual revenue ● Created incentive programs for travel agency customers which resulted in over $150MM in annual revenue
● Coordinated recruiting and hiring efforts for the New York Passenger Sales team.
Regional Sales Manager (2004-2006)
● Responsible for creating sales programs for new and under-performing American Eagle regional routes
● Selected by VP of Marketing to create and execute the sales action plan for new routes into Mexico
● Awarded the 2005 Outstanding Achievement Award for the Mexico market development
Corporate Sales Manager (2003 –2004)
● Negotiated corporate contracts that generated $40MM in annual revenue Account Sales and Development Manager (2000 – 2003)
● Managed top Boston regional travel agencies that generated over $50MM in annual revenue
Account Sales Representative (1999-2000)
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● Managed a Philadelphia travel agency territory which produced annual revenue of $12MM
EDUCATION
University of Texas at Austin, McCombs School of Business Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Michigan State University, Eli Broad Graduate School of Management Masters of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing & International Business Napa Valley College
Associates of Science (AS) - Human Services
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