Introducing Future Pathways: A New Virtual Workshop Series for Arts Leaders
By Elizabeth Snell
The arts and culture sector thrives on creativity, vision, and passion. However, the demands of leadership, sustainability, and navigating an ever-evolving landscape can be overwhelming.
That’s why Mid-America Arts Alliance (M-AAA) is launching a new, three-part virtual workshop series designed to equip artists, creative businesses, and arts organizations with essential tools to strengthen resilience, foster growth, and build community.
Why Future Pathways?
In today’s rapidly shifting arts ecosystem, the ability to adapt and sustain creative initiatives is more crucial than ever. Arts leaders and nonprofit managers face mounting pressures, from financial challenges to increasing workloads and mental fatigue. M-AAA’s new workshop helps arts leaders respond to these realities, offering expert-led sessions and resources to address key topics such as sustainability, burnout, crisis communications, and fundraising.
By providing practical strategies and shared learning experiences, Future Pathways empowers arts leaders to navigate challenges with confidence while fostering a culture of well-being and innovation within their organizations.
Why Now?
Recent years have underscored the need for stronger support systems within the arts community. From the effects of the pandemic to ongoing funding uncertainties, arts professionals are seeking sustainable ways to continue their work and build their networks without compromising their health and creativity.
Our first workshop, Future Pathways: Managing Sustainability and Burnout with Alice Berry, directly addresses one of the most pressing issues faced by arts leaders today: stress and its impact on decision-making, creativity, and overall well-being.
Join Us for the First Future Pathways Workshop
Managing Sustainability and Burnout with Alice Berry
📅 Date: April 10, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CT
📍 Location: Virtual (Zoom)
💡 Cost: Free
This interactive workshop, led by artist and Licensed Professional Counselor Alice Berry, will provide arts leaders with the knowledge and tools to recognize, manage, and reduce stress effectively. Topics include identifying early signs of burnout, managing anxiety in decision-making, fostering resilience, and promoting creativity in high-pressure environments.
Who Is This For?
This series is designed for individuals and organizations in the arts and culture sector, including:
- Arts and cultural nonprofits
- Museums and galleries
- Creative businesses
- Arts education service providers
- Individual artists and arts leaders
- Fiscally sponsored organizations and federally recognized tribes
What’s Next?
Future Pathways is just getting started. Registration is also open for Future Pathways: Media Training and Crisis Communications on September 18, 2025, and Future Pathways: Fundraising on December 10, 2025. These workshops will bring together industry experts to provide actionable insights that help arts organizations thrive.
Register Today
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable skills and connect with fellow arts professionals. Register now for the April 10 session and stay tuned for future workshops and resources in the series.
Learn more about Mid-America Arts Alliance’s programs for arts leaders and creatives.
Let’s build a stronger, more sustainable future for the arts—together.