Arts organization elects new leadership

ArtPeople

Jun 27

David Skidmore
Photo courtesy of Broadway Grand Rapids

Broadway Grand Rapids has elected a new Executive Committee and added two members to its Board of Directors.

Effective July 1, 2024, David Skidmore, Partner, Warner Norcross + Judd LLP, assumes the role of Chair of the Broadway Grand Rapids Board of Directors for a two-year term. Joining him are community advocate India Manns and Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Vice President of Advancement Tim Pietryga (Co Vice-Chairs), Attorney and community advocate Marcia Boyce (Treasurer), and DEI Consultant Christina Guajardo Arnold (Secretary).

“As a great fan of the theatre and an amateur stage performer, I am so honored to lead Broadway Grand Rapids” said Skidmore, who has been a board member since 2013. “The organization is as strong as it has ever been. Our efficient staff is very talented, creative and flexible. Our board is made up of dedicated community stewards who generously donate their time. There is a strong demand for our shows, which not only enhance the cultural life of West Michigan but also have a powerful economic multiplier effect on the area economy. We are doing good and important work, and we enjoy what we do.”

Additionally, the board welcomes Nichole Kladder, First Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Mercantile Bank, and Kyle Van Andel, Foundation Associate and Outreach Director of the David & Carol Van Andel Family Foundation, as new members.

"These additions complement an already diverse and accomplished board," said Meghan Distel, President & CEO, Broadway Grand Rapids. "Nichole and Kyle bring extensive experience and a deep commitment to our community, which will be invaluable as we continue to enrich the cultural landscape of Grand Rapids."

The Broadway Grand Rapids Board of Directors also includes Dr. Tammy Born Huizenga, Julie Brinks, Sandy Carroll, Rob DeGroot, Caitlin Farrell, Dan Fuller, Arlen-Dean Gaddy, Brian Gilbert, Maureen Hale, Steve Hawks, Jeff Helminski, Sue Jandernoa, Kyla King, Rachel Laug, Paul McMahon, Michael McNinch, Ken Parrish, Grant Pecor, Suzanne Schulz, George Sharpe, Jr., Mary Slafkosky, Rich Sorota, Monica Steimle-App, Rebecca Steketee, Scott Webb and Amanda Williams.