Many arts leaders enter this work to advance the mission—then quickly discover they are also responsible for running complex organizations, often without dedicated finance infrastructure. This session explores practical frameworks for understanding surpluses, operating and planned deficits, and strengthening financial conversations with boards and leadership teams. Participants will leave with tools for clearer financial storytelling, stronger governance dialogue, and more confident decision-making in support of mission sustainability.

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Details:

Wednesday, June 10th 2026 // Virtual and free to attend

10:00-11:30 A.M. PST/12:00-1:30 CST/1:00-2:30 EST

 Please Note: This session will be recorded and shared on our website as a resource under our “RESOURCES” section.

Speakers Bios

Lecolion Washington

Lecolion serves as Executive Director of the Community Music Center of Boston after serving as Co-Founder/Executive Director of the PRIZM Ensemble in Memphis from 2009-2017 and as founder of the PRIZM International Chamber Music Festival. He was also the inaugural Director of In-School Programs for the Memphis Music Initiative.

In August 2026, Lecolion will begin his tenure as Philip and Marjorie Gerdine President and CEO of the Handel and Haydn Society.

Meghan Jasani

Meghan Jasani serves as Chief Financial and Operating Officer of the Community Music Center of Boston, where she oversees finance, operations, technology, and facilities strategy. She brings more than 25 years of leadership experience spanning financial services, e-commerce, and the nonprofit sector, including roles at JPMorgan and Vistaprint.