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Kentucky Performing Arts Appoints Rosemary Watkins As Chief Financial Officer, Working Alongside President and CEO Kim Baker

PRIVATEMar 19, 2025•about 1 year ago

Position

Chief Financial Officer

Company

Kentucky Performing Arts

Rosemary Watkins
LouisvilleEventsNon ProfitMuseums And Historical SitesArtPerforming Arts

Description

Kentucky Performing Arts has announced the appointment of Rosemary Watkins as chief financial officer. In her new role, Watkins will oversee the financial operations of the organization, working closely with President and CEO Kim Baker and board leadership to develop and implement financial strategies.

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Company

Kentucky Performing Arts

Location

Louisville, Kentucky, United States

About

Kentucky Performing Arts is a nonprofit organization and the fourth-largest arts organization in Greater Louisville. With a budget of $3.4 million, it contributes $26.3 million to the economy and welcomed nearly 400,000 people to its events last year. The organization includes three locations in Louisville: The Kentucky Center, The Brown Theatre, and Old Forester’s Paristown Hall.

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