December 11, 2024

The Center Welcomes Chris Lea as New Board Chair, Recognizes David Hopkins for His Leadership

While reluctant to take the spotlight, Mr. Lea has established himself as a leader for the organization and agreed to take on the role of Board Chair after an outpouring of support from his peers. “I am honored to support an organization that helps make Jackson a wonderful place to live. The Center has thrived under David’s leadership, and I look forward to building on that momentum,” said Mr. Lea.

Mr. Lea started coming to Jackson in the late 1970s. In 2016, he moved to the valley full-time. Mr. Lea retired from a career in law in 2018 and now serves as a Director for the national nonprofit Trust for Public Land. His extensive legal expertise and commitment to preserving public spaces make him an ideal fit to carry forward The Center’s mission to connect and enrich the community through arts and culture.

Center for the Arts extends a heartfelt thank you to David Hopkins, who worked tirelessly as Board Chair for four years. Mr. Hopkins successfully guided the organization through the COVID-19 pandemic and ushered in an era of open communication and mutual support between The Center’s 20 Resident Nonprofit Partners.

 

 

“It has been an honor working closely with David over the last several years. I am grateful for his guidance as we have grown the organization and built a spirit of collaboration on The Center campus,” says Marty Camino, Executive Director. “I will especially remember his steady manner and unwavering determination as we navigated the many challenges and opportunities of the last few years. Because of David, the future is bright for the Center for the Arts.”

As Chris Lea assumes his new position, the organization is further supported by his fellow officers, Vice Chair Kevin Crawford, Treasurer Reece Jenkins, and Secretary Lindsay Wilcox. Through their leadership, The Center looks forward to continuing its work of making artistic experience central to Jackson Hole.

 

 

 

Learn more about The Center’s Board of Directors.
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Center for the Arts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect our creative community by providing a dedicated campus, supporting excellent programming, and nurturing a collaborative spirit. In close collaboration with over 20 local and regional Resident Organizations, Center for the Arts serves as a hub of arts and culture in the community.
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