Thought Partner

Role Type
Volunteer, in a one-on-one environment

Objectives

To serve as a sounding board to MSW leaders
To listen, engage, and offer feedback for strategies, implementations, philosophies and more
To conduct research to inform conversations

Suggested Methods / Examples of practice

Scope & Requirements

Flexible, determined as needed
1-to-1 conversations scheduled as necessary, suggested timeframe: once every 4-5 weeks

Key Results

Community Advisory Circle

Role Type
Volunteer, in a group environment

Objectives

With fellow members from the community, meet to brainstorm and bounce ideas
To offer insights, perspectives, and solutions toward organizational developments
As a team, consider the bigger picture of San Francisco and the Bay Area as it relates to the mission to inform action steps
To suggest strategies that lift work and support people

Suggested methods / Examples of practice

One designated group facilitator would send out a meeting agenda, facilitate conversation, and report back to MSW leadership
The CAC may only focus on two priority topics and then open up the discussion
Conversations are supportive of differing opinions, perspectives, and beliefs while focusing on solution-oriented action

Scope & Requirements

Key Results

As a vital link between the organization and the greater communities it exists to uplift. To ensure Mission StageWorks remains inclusive, accessible, and aligned with the
To offer wisdom and feedback
The work of the CAC keeps the organization accountable and more connected with the greater community
By including more voices, the CAC develops more opportunities for solutions, feedback, and local impact

Strategic Development Team

Role Type
Volunteer, in a group environment

Objectives

Offer strategic input on organizational growth, policy-making, planning, and mission alignment
Serve as a thought partner to staff and leadership on key initiatives including education models, productions, artist development, and capital projects
Advise on the integration of equity, access, and inclusion across all areas of the organization
Support institutional goals through team-based counsel and collaborative brainstorming.

Scope & Expectations

Members are theatermakers, artistic leaders, educators, arts administrators, cultural organizers, and philanthropic advisors with a demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in the arts
Works with executive artistic director
Participation in monthly one-hour strategy meetings, with pre-distributed agendas and materials. Attendance is not required at every meeting, but consistent engagement is encouraged
Members contribute insight, questions, and feedback in a spirit of generosity, curiosity, and shared vision

Key results