Leadership Shift Recent executive leadership change with Elizabeth Milli appointed as executive director as of January 1, 2025 presents an opportunity to engage the organization at a strategic growth moment and align offerings with new leadership priorities.

Community Partnerships History of collaborations with local design and community organizations, such as Ground Works Land Design and The Gathering Place, indicates a receptiveness to joint programs, sponsorships, and gallery initiatives that can be leveraged for co-branded events and donor engagement.

Education & Exhibitions Core focus on education, classes for all ages, exhibitions, and hands-on craft series positions BAYarts as a partner for curriculum-aligned workshops, artist residencies, and fundraising through gallery sales and program sponsorships.

Growth & Scale Past facility expansion to Bay Village and a mid-market revenue profile suggest opportunities to propose scalable program packages, multi-site partnerships, or expanded venue collaborations to maximize impact and visibility.

Tech & Engagement Utilizes a robust CMS and marketing stack (WordPress, Joomla, iCIMS, Google Workspace, Mailchimp, Piwik PRO) indicating readiness for targeted donor campaigns, CRM-driven outreach, and analytics-driven fundraising optimization.