The Chehalem Cultural Center board of directors chose Robert Dailey, interim director of the Santa Fe Children’s Museum, to be the next executive director of the Chehalem Cultural Center. He succeeds Paul Lipscomb, who has served as interim director since December.
“The Center is in an exciting place right now,” Dailey said. “So much work has been done, from the visioning of the beautiful building to assembling the talented staff. The possibilities are truly limitless. With the positive energy of the board of directors and some very achievable goals in front of us, I look forward to the challenge.”
Dailey was selected from a nationwide field of over 100 applicants in a rigorous selection process conducted by the board search and selection committee. He was the unanimous choice of the 11-member board.
Dailey brings broad experience in the arts and nonprofit fields. He recently stepped into the role of interim director of the Santa Fe Children’s Museum, having served as its deputy director since January 2009. His responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations, finance and personnel, as well as strategic planning and fund raising.
Prior to coming to the Children’s Museum, Dailey directed the finances and operations for the Santa Fe Desert Chorale and spent two years as chief operating officer of a start-up company focused on online ticketing. Dailey has served on the board of directors of Grandstreet Theatre, a nonprofit community theater in Helena, Montana.
Dailey holds a bachelor of Liberal Arts in English Composition and Literature from the University of Alaska in Juneau. He is a published author and playwright
“We are excited about the strong leadership skills, creativity and energy Rob will bring to the Cultural Center,” said Kris Horn, board chairwoman. “He has clearly caught the vision and sees the possibilities for the Center’s future and the special role it will play in our community.” Robert is slated to start July 1, 2012.
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