40+ vendor markets curated
50+ concerts organized
25+ exhibitions

Exhibitions: thegalleryatx.org/exhibitions
Markets: thegalleryatx.org/art-in-atx
Press: Latinitas Magazine and Future Front Texas features

Applied Skills

  • Curation and Programming: Exhibition design, vendor and artist selection, event strategy

  • Nonprofit Operations: Grant writing, fundraising strategy, board governance, program development

  • Relationship Management: Artist partnerships, sponsor engagement, community collaboration

  • Leadership: Team development, cross functional coordination, strategic planning

  • Languages: English and Spanish

  • Software: PowerPoint, Excel, Canva, Quickbooks

The Gallery ATX, Austin, Texas

CFO, Founder (June 2025 – Present)
President, Executive Director (Feb 2016 – June 2025)

• Founded a 501(c)(3) arts nonprofit focused on presenting original and meaningful work from emerging and established artists.
• Led design, planning, and execution of exhibitions, markets, workshops, panels, concerts, and community events.
• Directed fundraising strategy, grant development, and organization-wide programming.
• Built and maintained long-term relationships with artists, partners, and sponsors.
• Chaired board meetings, set priorities, and supported board and volunteer development.
• Oversaw legal, financial, and governance responsibilities.
• Designed the program model and authored the successful Elevate Grant application, securing 60,000 dollars for 2024–2025.

Band Member and Booking Support (Feb 2024 – Present)

• Booked more than 10 concerts across Austin, Denton, St. Louis, Tulsa, and Fayetteville.
• Coordinated scheduling, logistics, and audience outreach.

CORMAE & BEE BLACKWELL, Austin, Texas

Curator, Advisory Board (Aug 2022 – Aug 2025)

• Advised on annual programming, grants, and artist selection during quarterly strategy sessions.
• Co curated The Front Market, Front Festival, and the Creative Future of Texas Fund, featuring more than 400 women and LGBTQ+ creatives each year and attracting more than 10,000 attendees.
• Led vendor and artist curation for Front Fest to build inclusive, high-impact creative experiences.
• Supported messaging and outreach to strengthen fundraising and visibility.
• Collaborated on exhibitions, workshops, and markets that welcomed more than 20,000 visitors each year.

Future Front Texas, Austin, Texas

Gallery and Exhibitions Intern (Oct 2018 – March 2020)

• Assisted with exhibition installation, content creation, inventory maintenance, packing and shipping, and gallery operations.
• Maintained visual standards through light design, wall repairs, vinyl application, and labeling.
• Guided visitors through featured artwork, artists, and framing options.

AO5 Gallery, Austin, Texas

Events and Exhibitions Volunteer (May 2018 – May 2019)

• Supported exhibition installation, sponsor and vendor coordination, and event preparation.
• Served as a brand ambassador during receptions, greeting guests and answering questions.
• Facilitated art sales and supported membership outreach.

Big Medium, Austin, Texas