Michael M. Kaiser President
Michael M. Kaiser has been President of the John F. Kennedy Center since January 2001. Mr. Kaiser has expanded the educational and artistic programming for the nation's center for the performing arts and has overseen a major renovation effort of most of the Center's public spaces. Read More
Claudette Donlon Executive Vice President
Claudette Donlon is responsible for administrative departments of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, including human resources, information technology, facilities, security, production and capital projects. She oversees the planning, development and implementation of all construction projects, interfacing with architects, consultants, contractors and staff to assure a comprehensive, coordinated process that meets the goals of the institution. Projects have included a $90 million garage expansion and site improvements project and full-scale renovations of three of the Center's theaters ranging in size from $9 to 23 million. Read More
Darrell M. Ayers Vice President, Education
Darrell Ayers is Vice President for Education at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Since 2004, he has been responsible for the overall planning, management, and supervision of the programs and operations of the Center's Education Department and Jazz Programming. The budgets under Ayers' supervision total more than $20 million with 46 full-time staff. Read More
Marie A. Mattson Vice President, Development
In 1997, Ms. Mattson joined the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, where she serves as Vice President of Development for the Center and the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO). Her responsibilities include the management of all fundraising and volunteer activities. In addition to raising the level of annual contributions from $22 million to $72 million, Ms. Mattson launched the Kennedy Center's first nationwide endowment campaign, securing commitments of more than $80 million. Read More
David J. Kitto Vice President, Marketing and Sales
David J. Kitto is Vice President, Marketing and Sales at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts where he oversees the advertising, sales services, and marketing departments. Mr. Kitto directs the development of advertising campaigns and marketing strategies for the Kennedy Center's diverse programming, which includes the National Symphony Orchestra, Fortas Chamber Music Concerts, jazz, theater, ballet, modern dance, festivals and special presentations reflecting world cultures, and educational programs. Read More
Lynne Pratt Vice President, Finance
Lynne Pratt is Vice President for Finance at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. She is responsible for overall financial management of the Kennedy Center and affiliated organizations. Under her guidance, a staff of approximately 24 people is responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, payroll and contracting. Other responsibilities of the department include management of endowment investments, maintenance of sound financial policies, and general analytical support for all departments in the Kennedy Center. Read More
Alan C. Levine Chief Information Officer
Alan C. Levine specializes in the application of technology to arts management, marketing and fund-raising. Throughout his career, he has worked with non-profit organizations of all sizes to develop innovative, strategic uses of information technology that have enabled organizations to achieve maximum effectiveness and stretch available resources. He serves as a leader, mentor, and educator. Read More
Dan Hagerty Director, Individual Campaigns
Dan Hagerty is the Director of Individual Campaigns for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Leading a staff of over 20, he is responsible for more than $25 million in annual contributed revenue from Kennedy Center members, national and international volunteers, major donors, testamentary givers, and a Presidentially-appointed Board of Trustees. Read More
Donna Cutro Director, Designated Campaigns
Donna Cutro has worked in the Development office at the Kennedy Center for 11 years and is currently serving as Director, Designated Campaigns. She leads a team of 12 fundraising professionals and is responsible for securing more than $35 million in annual support for the Kennedy Center and its' artistic affiliate, VSA arts, through the solicitation of corporate memberships and sponsorships, foundation and government grants – both unrestricted and restricted – and, where appropriate, designated gifts from individuals, special events, and capital needs. Read More
