May 2008 Events

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> New (and Dynamic!) Trends in Nonprofit Governance
> The Fine Art of Marketing Fine Art: a Workshop for Artists
  > Health Coverage Artist Information Session
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  > Financial Fundamentals

Arts Council Annual Meeting
   
  Date: Wednesday, May 21, 5-7:30 pm
  Place: New Hazlett Theater, 6 Allegheny Square, North Side
     
  BE A PART OF IT. Join us for food and drink, networking, updates and plans, entertainment and appreciation of the many individuals who support the greater Pittsburgh arts community. The event will honor Pennsylvania State Senator Jay Costa and City of Pittsburgh Councilman Bill Peduto as well as numerous volunteers and grantees. more information
   
  Members: Free. Please RSVP to Ryan Freytag at 412.391.2060 x234.
  Non-Members/ Guests Tickets: $20
  *Tickets on sale through Friday, May 16. Tickets may be available at the door with credit card, check or cash, subject to availability.

New (and Dynamic!) Trends in Nonprofit Governance
   
  Date: Monday, May 19, 5:30 - 8 pm
  Place: Benedum Center, 7th Floor Conference Room, 719 Liberty Avenue, Downtown
    Michael Kumer, Nonprofit Leadership Institute
     
  According to the Harvard Business Review, effective governance of nonprofit organizations is "a rare and unnatural act." This highly participatory workshop will focus on several rapidly emerging trends in nonprofit governance, with emphasis on the attributes of peak-performing boards. Topics include: board self-assessment, committee structure, recruiting (and retaining) great new board members, and board meetings that truly make a difference. Leave your preconceived notions at the door and dare to enter this challenging, thought provoking, high energy conversation.
   
  Registration Fees*
Individuals or Organizations with <$250,000 annual budget: $20 ($15 members)
Organizations with >$250,001 annual budget: $30 ($25 members)

The Fine Art of Marketing Fine Art: a Workshop for Artists
   
  Date: Wednesday, May 14, 5:30-8 pm
  Place: Benedum Center, 7th Floor Conference Room, 719 Liberty Avenue, Downtown
    Carol Siegel, Carol Siegel Art Services
 

Carol Siegel, a Pittsburgh-based art consultant with more than 35 years experience will present a workshop for individual artists interested in marketing their work in the current art market, both locally and nationally. The workshop will address techniques for creating a portfolio, approaching galleries regarding representation, getting a show, dealing with dealers and prospective collectors and handling special commissions.

   
  Registration Fees*: $20 ($15 members)
   

Health Coverage Artist Information Session
   
  Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2008 5:30-7 pm
  Place: Brew House Association 2100 Mary Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203 - Map
 

Artists interested in learning more about the Arts Council’s health coverage plan are invited to attend this information session. Representatives from the Arts Council, HM Insurance, and Triad USA will be on hand to give a short presentation about the plan being offered and to answer questions. All are welcome to attend.

   
  Please RSVP to rfreytag@pittsburghartscouncil.org by Friday, May 2.
   

Advocacy Brown Bag
   
  Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2008 12-1 pm - This workshop has been post-poned and will be rescheduled. For information contact Devon Dupay at 412.391.2060 x232.
  Place: Benedum Center, 7th Floor Conference Room, 719 Liberty Avenue, Downtown
    Devon Dupay, David Seals, Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council
  Pack your lunch and join us for a discussion about the importance of Arts Advocacy in our community. You’ll hear a report from our recent trip to Arts Advocacy Day 2008, including highlights from the training sessions and meetings with our U.S. Representatives. In addition, Devon Dupay will discuss advocacy tips learned from two recent, local advocacy/lobbying workshops.
   
  Registration Fees*: $10 ($5 members)

Financial Fundamentals
 
  Date: Monday, May 5, 2008 6-8 pm - This workshop has been post-poned and will be rescheduled. For information contact David Seals at 412.391.2060 x227.
  Place: Benedum Center, 7th Floor Conference Room, 719 Liberty Avenue, Downtown
    Vic Dozzi, CPA, CrawfordEllenbogen LLC
  This workshop will teach you the basics of budgeting, providing best practices for getting started, maintaining your accounting records and understanding your financial statements. The workshop will cover basic budget types, tips for preparing your customized budget and definitions for commonly used terms. You’ll also learn ways to set up, read and understand your financial statements, taking into consideration your organization’s assets and liabilities.
   
  CrawfordEllenbogen LLC, advises foundations, other non-profit organizations, and businesses on a full range of accounting, operational and planning matters. In his ten years with the firm Vic Dozzi has assisted clients with a variety of mergers, acquisitions and organizational transitions—advising on regulatory compliance, accounting procedures and systems, financial controls, analysis and assessment, documentation and other matters.
   
  Registration Fees*
Individuals or Organizations with <$250,000 annual budget: $20 ($15 members)
Organizations with >$250,001 annual budget: $30 ($25 members)
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