By Lauren Kotkin, Exponent Philanthropy
When we plan conferences around the country, like the 2014 National Conference next month in Washington, DC, we take great pride in showcasing our host city and its local arts scene. See below for a sense of what we have in store for National Conference attendees, and be sure to secure your conference spot before we sell out.
Poetry, movement, music and dance
At the National Conference you’ll get the chance
To see, hear, feel, and experience the arts
When local performers are on stage from the start
Of the conference until the tail end.
Spin, tap, pluck, speak, jump, bend
You’ll find inspiration, your spirits will soar,
For isn’t that the heart, the essence, the core
Of the arts?
For personal expression, for learning, for fun
In private, in public, for you, for everyone
For those who are young and those young at heart
To paint with colors, notes, words, motion
Show the spirit’s true emotion
This town is known
As the home of policy
But it’s also got soul and
Explosive creativity
Fly to DC
Dive into the conference
Rise up through poetry and song
Bound back home with
Lifted energy
Floating thoughts of reflection and renewed motivation
And
Spring
Into action
Read about the talented performers from a variety of disciplines joining us at the National Conference, October 30 – November 1 in Washington, DC.
Register for the conference by October 15
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Senior Program Director Lauren Kotkin plans a range of educational programs for the Exponent Philanthropy community, including conferences, webinars, and conference calls. She also dedicates a portion of her time to managing our resources on investments. Previously, she worked at the Council on Foundations in the Family Foundation Services department. Lauren holds an undergraduate degree from Duke University and an M.Ed. from Lesley University, with a focus on using arts in education.
