Chief Advancement Officer (Hybrid Location)

Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with the Lubbock
Entertainment and Performing Arts Association in the search for a
Chief Advancement Officer.

Reporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer, the Chief
Advancement Officer will lead all advancement efforts of the
Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association (LEPAA),
encompassing a dynamic and integrated approach to fundraising,
marketing, and strategic partnerships. The Chief Advancement
Officer will oversee comprehensive fundraising strategies,
including managing relationships with donors, grantors, and
foundations, and spearhead the design and execution of the Premium
Seat License (PSL) program. The Chief Advancement Officer will
foster effective collaboration with Buddy Holly Hall staff, ASM
Global, and other key stakeholders to further LEPAA’s mission and
enhance its impact on the performing arts community in Lubbock and
beyond.

Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association, a nonprofit
organization with oversight of the world-class Buddy Holly Hall in
Lubbock, Texas, is dedicated to building community through
extraordinary experiences, creative collaboration, and inclusive
access to the arts, entertainment, and education. Partnerships with
Lubbock Independent School District, Texas Tech University, Ballet
Lubbock, Lubbock Symphony Orchestra, The Buddy Holly Educational
Foundation, and others ensure arts education remains a priority for
students of all ages. LEPAA envisions a community where
every person experiences the transformative power of the
arts. 

Imagine a gift to the community, funded by the community, so
incredible that it forever changes the landscape of entertainment,
education, and economic impact across the South Plains. The Buddy
Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences is a 220,000 square foot
performing arts and education campus, privately owned, and operated
by LEPAA and privately funded through the generosity of
individuals, corporations, and foundations. Located in downtown
Lubbock, The Hall boasts two theaters, events space, a full-service
restaurant, and a 22,000 square foot pre-professional ballet
school. The Buddy Holly Hall is a cultural hub of Lubbock and a
cornerstone of downtown revitalization. The possibilities of
education outreach through LEPAA and The Buddy Holly Hall are
exciting and endless.

Developing and enhancing the Lubbock cultural arts community for
the betterment of the community is one of the pillars of LEPAA’s
mission. The Lubbock Cultural Arts District has a tangible impact
on both the local and state economy. Nearly 3,500 full-time jobs
are supported by the arts in Lubbock within 51 arts organizations
and the arts industry generates $4 million in revenue for the local
government. The work of the arts district allows 1.4 million people
to attend local arts and culture events each year. Beyond Lubbock,
the arts generate $5.5 billion for the Texas economy and Texas’
creative sector currently employs nearly 800,000 innovation workers
in good, high paying jobs.

A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and
experience and at least five years of advancement leadership
experience is preferred for this position. The Lubbock
Entertainment and Performing Arts Association will consider
candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited
about this role and feel that you can contribute to LEPAA, but your
experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed
above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be
accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be
responsive to the mission of the Lubbock Entertainment and
Performing Arts Association as well as the responsibilities and
qualifications presented in the prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $100,000
to $130,000 annually.

The Lubbock Entertainment and Performing Arts Association is
committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you
require reasonable accommodation in completing this application,
interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please
contact Jeanette Rivera-Watts at jeanetterw@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit:
https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/1421.