The Niagara Symphony has announced the appointment of Karen A. Bannister to the new position of Resource Development Manager effective November 9, 2009 – completing the Symphony’s new administrative team.  Ms Bannister holds a Bachelor of Arts, Honors degree in Drama from Queen’s University and a Psychology degree from McMaster University. She is also a graduate of the Income Managers Program, which trains individuals in fundraising and marketing principles specific to the arts community.  She began her career at the Canadian Stage Company in Toronto but for the past six years has worked in various resource development positions at the Shaw Festival – from Marketing Manager and Corporate Sponsorship Manager to her most recent position as Senior Associate of Membership. Karen resides in Niagara Falls with her husband and young son.
 
The Regina Symphony Orchestra has announced the appointment of Brenda Sherring, who will serve as the orchestra’s Interim Executive Director during Natasha Bood‘s one-year maternity leave.  Ms Sherring began her duties at the RSO on October 26. 

Earlier this week, Betty Webster (former Executive Director of Orchestras Canada) was one of twenty Ontarians to be awarded the Ontario Senior Achievement Award, at a ceremony in the Lieutenant Governor’s Suite at Queen’s Park.  The awards recognize those who have made outstanding contributions to their communities after turning 65 – and we were proud to have played a role in Betty’s nomination!