Leadership

A critical responsibility for the 501(c) (3) not-for-profit, Huntington Arts Council is our board of directors.  They govern the organization toward achieving its mission.  The board of directors individually and collectively have the opportunity to contribute their talent and expertise.  Board members of the Huntington Arts Council provide stewardship towards the management and financial governance.  These individuals comprise a body representing the Huntington community.  Balance is achieved by selecting individuals having expertise in and displaying leadership in the following areas: corporate and business; financial  management/accounting; media and public relations; education; arts and culture; government and civic affairs.

Officers

  • Jose Tutiven
    President
  • Kit Sullivan
    Vice President
  • Leanne Gelish
    Treasurer
  • Isaiah Grigg
    Secretary
  • Kasmira Mohanty
    Member at Large
  • Dr. Nichelle Rivers
    Member at Large

Board of Directors

  • Kenneth Britt, Esq.
  • Eileen Kathryn Boyd
  • Michael Cataliotti, Esq.
  • Andrea M. Gordon
  • Danangelowe   “ARTBOii”    Spencer

Ex Officio

  • Kenneth Britt, Esq.
    Immediate Past President
  • Sandy Chapin
    Arts in Education Chairperson

meet the team

Kieran Johnson

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

I’m honored to be the Executive Director of the Huntington Arts Council with its storied history, and it’s stewardship of the arts on Long Island. My lifelong passion has been about increasing accessibility, opening doors, and enforcing that the arts are for everyone.
631-271-8423 ext. 112

MAUREEN H. STARR

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

As Assistant Director I continue my previous responsibilities in the areas of public relations, marketing and overall communications for the organization while being an integral part of the operations team. I am involved in decisions regarding the future of the Huntington Arts Council including programing, fundraising and general operations.
631-271-8423 ext. 115

EMILY DOWD

GRANTS FOR THE ARTS COORDINATOR

As the Grants for the Arts Coordinator I am the primary liaison for NYSCA’s (New York State Council on the Arts) Statewide Community Regrant (SCR) program. I am here to facilitate the application process in service to our larger mission of fostering the arts on Long Island. Feel free to contact me at any time if you have questions about Grants for the Arts.
631-271-8423 ext. 118

PATTY ELJAIEK

GRANTS ASSISTANT

Patty Eljaiek as Grants Assistant working with Emily Dowd on our Grants for the Arts Program.
631-271-8423 ext. 113

SARAH J. MCCANN

GALLERY & OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

As the Gallery & Operations Director, my role builds on my previous role as Business Manager. I am responsible for our exhibitions program and all things related to the gallery space, as well as maintaining the financial information and general business operations of HAC. This role allows me to indulge in my passion for the arts as well as my arts administration experience.
631-271-8423 ext. 119

Sueey Gutierrez

ARTS IN EDUCATION COORDINATOR

Sueey Gutierrez is our Arts in Education Coordinator.
631-271-8423 ext. 114

Jade Scott

OPERATIONS ASSISTANT

As Operations Assistant, I work heavily with the Operations team. I am involved in creating didactic material for upcoming exhibits, administrative support, assisting with volunteer management.
631-271-8423 ext. 110

Joe Brauner

PERFORMING ARTS COORDINATOR

I am the Programming Arts Coordinator for HAC, and I am focused on programming a very eclectic, creative, and inclusive calendar of events to and for our Long Island community.  I’m excited to share my experience and enthusiasm for live performances of all genres, and I’m looking forward to sharing it with everyone.
631-271-8423 ext. 111

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