Houston Arts Alliance Appoints Carrie Ermler as New Director of Development
Carrie Ermler
HAA’s Director of Development
Houston, TX - The Houston Arts Alliance (HAA) proudly announces the appointment of Carrie Ermler as its new Director of Development. With a rich background in marketing, communications, and advancement within the arts sector, Carrie brings a wealth of experience and a passion for fostering cultural growth and community engagement.
A Cornell University graduate, Carrie embarked on her professional journey in marketing and communications, honing her skills for over 10 years in cities like San Francisco and Chicago. In 2008, driven by her love for the arts, she transitioned her career to advancement, serving pivotal roles at institutions including Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts and the Lyman Allyn Art Museum.
Carrie's dedication to advancing the cultural landscape led her to Houston in April 2015 when she joined the Menil Collection’s Advancement Department as Manager of Membership and Visitor Services. During her tenure, she demonstrated an exceptional ability to cultivate meaningful relationships and drive impactful fundraising initiatives.
As the Director of Development at HAA, Carrie will spearhead the organization's private fundraising program, overseeing corporate, foundation, and individual support through a range of engagement strategies. Her strategic vision, coupled with her deep understanding of the arts sector, positions her to lead HAA into a new era of growth and sustainability.
"We are thrilled to welcome Carrie Ermler to the Houston Arts Alliance team," said John Abodeely, CEO of HAA. "Her proven track record of success, coupled with her passion for the arts and commitment to community engagement, makes her the ideal leader to drive our development efforts forward. We look forward to the impactful contributions she will make in advancing our mission to promote and support Houston’s diverse arts ecosystem."
Carrie Ermler expressed her excitement for the opportunity, stating, "I am honored to join the Houston Arts Alliance team while expanding my contributions to the vibrancy of the Houston arts community. I am eager to collaborate with our stakeholders to cultivate sustainable support for the arts and ensure its accessibility and impact for all."
Carrie Ermler assumes her role as Director of Development at HAA effective immediately.
For media inquiries or further information, please contact:
Karen Martinez, Director of Communications
Phone: 713.550.6752 Email: karen@haatx.com
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About Houston Arts Alliance
Houston Arts Alliance (HAA) is a local arts and culture organization whose principal work is to implement the City of Houston’s vision, values, and goals for its arts grantmaking and civic art investments. HAA’s work is conducted through contracts with the City of Houston, overseen by the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs. HAA also executes privately funded special projects to meet the needs of the arts community, such as disaster preparation, research on the state of the arts in Houston, and temporary public art projects that energize neighborhoods. In short, HAA helps artists and nonprofits be bold, productive, and strong. To learn more about HAA, visit www.houstonartsalliance.com and follow us on Facebook /houstonartsalliance & Instagram @Houstonartsalliance