Alyssa Alpine
Director at CUNY Dance Initiative, City University of New York
Non-profit Project Director + Producer + Problem Solver
A deadline maven who thrives on project-based work, I have a knack for wrangling new or existing arts programs into shape via creative and pragmatic planning. I've worked in the non-profit arts sector for twenty years, which means I've mopped up my share of spills (literally and figuratively), and believe that clear planning and communication are key to preventing crises, from major to minor.

I'm currently directing the CUNY Dance Initiative, a groundbreaking residency program that opens the doors of 13 CUNY campuses to NYC choreographers and dance companies. 

CORE SKILLS: project direction and management, event management and production, performing arts curation, creative strategizing, non-profit administration, marketing, public relations, general writing/editing for the non-profit sector, audience development, budgeting, grant proposals, and arts advocacy.
CUNY Dance Initiative, City University of New York
Director
I'm the founding director of a groundbreaking residency program that provides NYC choreographers and companies with rehearsal space and performance opportunities on 13 City University of New York (CUNY) college campuses throughout the five boroughs. I shaped the CUNY Dance Initiative from a pilot project into a formal, established program that has awarded 175+ residencies over the past seven years, and supports 22-24 artists annually. Working closely with a small team, I oversee the curatorial process, budget, marketing, fundraising, and daily logistics, and act as the liaison between awarded artists and CUNY college partner staff and faculty.
Greater New York City Area
Freelance
Professional Dancer
I cut my teeth with Minnesota Dance Theater, the Hartt Ensemble, and the Connecticut Opera before coming to NYC, where I've performed for Geraldine Cardiel, Alan Danielson, Patricia Hoffbauer, Yehuda Hyman/Mystical Feet, Stephan Koplowitz, Jonathan Monk, Katy Orthwein, and RedWall Dance Theatre.
Greater New York City Area
Freelance
Writer/Marketing + Development Consultant
Past Clients: Johannes Wieland, Battleworks Dance Company, Meredith Monk/The House Foundation, Donna Uchizono, Sebastian Lemm, Nicholas Andre Dance, Manhattan Graphics Center, Hudson Guild, Association of Independents in Radio, Columbia University School of Journalism, Grenville Baker Boys and Girls Club, OnStage at Kingsborough.
Greater New York City Area
Gallim Dance
https://www.linkedin.com/company/gallim-dance
Interim Executive Director
Provided interim leadership for mid-sized NYC-based dance company. Managed budget; created marketing strategy for 2019 season at The Joyce Theater; wrote and submitted successful grant proposals; assessed and improved operational systems, advised on staff restructuring and consultant hires.
Brooklyn, NY
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New Jersey City University
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Interim Managing Director, NJCU Center for the Arts
I jump-started New Jersey City University's Center for the Arts, bringing together public programs by the Music, Dance, Theater, Visual, and Media Arts Departments under one [creative] umbrella. Developed, led, and executed a strategy to generate greater visibility for all the University's arts events and cultivate partnerships in the Jersey City community. Produced events, created marketing plan, and implemented box office and patron management systems.
Jersey City
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New York Live Arts
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Rental Manager
I overhauled the rental program for Live Arts'​ studios, theater, and ancillary spaces and boosted earned income by twenty percent without compromising artistic goals. Responsible for contract negotiations, event execution, day-to-day management, financial reporting, client cultivation, and long-term planning. I worked closely with all departments to implement effective scheduling for the facility and maximize space usage.

I started and managed the theater's lobby cafe: created the menu, ensured compliance with NYC Health code, and managed product sourcing, vendors, and part-time staff.

On the side, I wrote for New York Live Arts'​ Blog:
The Insider Guide to Contemporary Performance -- Abridged
http://www.newyorklivearts.org/blog/?p=3746
Greater New York City Area
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Flavorpill.com and Culturebot.org
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Writer
I've covered performing arts, food, and all manner of topics in between. 
Writing Clips: 

"Measuring Lessons" (Culinate)
http://www.culinate.com/articles/first_person/measuring_lessons

Devotion Study #1 (Culturebot)
http://www.culturebot.org/2012/03/12656/devotion-study-1-the-american-dancer/

"Golden Boy" (Flavorpill)
http://flavorpill.com/newyork/events/2012/11/26/golden-boy
NYC
SCRATCHbread
SCRATCHengineer/special agent
Hands-on experience building a local artisan food business. Developed retail component of bakery and ran booths at Brooklyn Flea market. Managed part-time retail staff of 8, and coordinated volunteer pool of 50+ in the kitchen and at the markets.
Celebrate Mexico Now/CN Management
Festival Coordinator
•	Responsible for sponsorship development and fulfillment and grant writing/reporting 
•	Responsible for marketing campaign (print & digital), all copy and materials. 
•	Managed special events and press conferences
•	Liaison between participating artists and venues
•	Oversaw interns and volunteers, and provided general operational management.
Lincoln Center Out of Doors
Program Associate
Acted as liaison between festival artists and Lincoln Center staff; wrote marketing copy and performance programs for all festival dance events.
Jose Limon Dance Foundation
E-Marketing Director
Jose Limon Dance Foundation
Development Associate
English
BA
Columbia College, Columbia University
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English
BA
Columbia University in the City of New York
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Nayelli Valencia
Chief Of Staff at LaGuardia Community College
New York City Metropolitan Area
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Kika Wright
Music Programs Manager at Bronx Arts Ensemble
New York, NY
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Evelyn Chang
Associate Director at Open Society Foundations
New York, NY
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Adolfo Romero
Vice President Event Programming  at SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park
Long Beach, CA
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Judy Glantzman
Artist at Self employed
New York, NY
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Yui Kitamura
Artistic Director of MuSE (Multicultural Sonic Evolution), composer, arranger, photographer, graphic designer.
New York, NY
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Chelsea Haines
Historian of art, architecture, exhibitions, and museums. She/her.
chelseahaines.com
New York, NY
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Carrie Elston
President, Prospect Hill Foundation
New York, NY
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Pierre Sernet
Art & Asset Management
New York, NY
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Thomas Sevchuk
Vice President at Sciame Construction, LLC
New York City Metropolitan Area
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Matt Moore
General Manager at Nine Orchard
New York, NY
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Lauren Christiansen
Director Of Operations at Blue Medium
New York City Metropolitan Area
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Margaret Thatcher
Owner, Margaret Thatcher Projects
New York, NY
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Tyler Rollins
Owner at Tyler Rollins Fine Art
New York, NY
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Chloé Sherman
Dancer at The Joffrey Ballet, Influencer and Brand Ambassador 
Social Media Manager
Greater Chicago Area
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Brandon Porter
Dance Teacher/Choreographer 
Regional Director-Headliners Dance
Artistic Director-Boundless Bodies Ballet
Palmyra, PA
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Lee Foster
Director,  Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University
Atlanta Metropolitan Area
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Mike Marriott
Chairman of the Communication & Advocacy Committee for the Mayor's Arts & Culture Commission for the City of Lansing.
Lansing, MI
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