Arts Council Appointment
Arts Council Appointment
Megan Davis takes on role as Executive Director
Photo / Tri-Count Arts Council
OLEAN - The Tri-County Arts Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Megan Davis as the new Executive Director, effective February 3, 2025. With a deep commitment to the arts and community engagement, Davis has over 10 years of experience in non-profit management.
Megan Davis is the former executive director of Interfaith Caregivers, where she led a volunteer transportation program for the elderly and the community gift giving program Gift Tree. More recently, Davis served as Trust Specialist at Nottingham Trust, a division of Community Bank N.A. Known to the council for previously serving as Assistant to the Executive Director Mikel Wintermantel before his retirement in 2022, Davis has been instrumental in fostering the collaboration of community mural projects such as the Meg Saligman mural on the JCC Campus in Olean.
"I’m excited to be joining the Tri-County Arts Council team where I hope to continue its mission of advocating for the creation and appreciation of the arts in Cattaraugus, Chautauqua and Allegany counties, furthering its work of supporting artists and enriching our communities,” Megan said.
The Tri-County Arts council, established in 1997, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting, promoting, and sustaining the arts. Through a variety of programs, grants, and initiatives, the Arts Council strives to provide access to the arts for all members of the community, foster creativity and enrich the cultural landscape of the region.
“We are happy to welcome Megan Davis as our new Executive Director,” said Scott Reed, President of the Tri-County Arts Council board. “With her experience and passion for the arts, we are confident that she will continue to elevate the council’s mission and lead us into an exciting new chapter.”
As Executive Director, Davis will lead the Arts Council’s strategic vision and continue to build on the strong foundation established by the council. Among priorities are enhancing programming, expanding community outreach, recruiting volunteers and diversifying funding.
For more information about the Tri-County Arts Council please visit www.tricountyartscouncil.org, or visit the gallery and artisan market in person at 110 West State Street, Olean, NY Wednesday through Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, or Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm.