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About the Symphony
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
About Us

As Indiana’s largest non-profit performing arts organization, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra welcomes more than 200,000 people to its concerts and educational programs each year. From its Monument Circle home in the heart of Indianapolis, the orchestra serves a growing and dynamic community. Across some 150 concerts and mainstage educational programs over a 12-month season, the ISO provides a rich tapestry of musical programs for all ages and tastes – unified in their artistic excellence and focus on providing inspiring and transformative experiences for audiences.


Mission

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra inspires and unites our community through our music. 


Vision

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra sets new standards as a dynamic leader in the arts, serving our community by creating innovative, engaging and accessible musical and educational experiences.

Values

These are the fundamental beliefs and principles that guide the ISO’s actions and decision-making. They are the foundation of our culture and identity, and help us stay true to our mission and vision.

Inspiration
We strive to offer inspiring musical and educational experiences for everyone.

Unity
We believe that collaboration makes us stronger.

Integrity
We will build a culture where everyone is treated with trust and respect.

Stewardship
We are committed to sustaining the ISO as a treasured community resource and are committed to its success.

 

Administrative Staff

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM
James M. Johnson, Chief Executive Officer
Edward Parsons, Vice President of Artistic Operations
Stephanie Hays-Mussoni, Vice President of Development
Sara Galer, Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Jennifer Janik, Vice President of Finance & CFO
Larry Baysinger, Vice President of Human Resources

EXECUTIVE OFFICE
James Johnson, Chief Executive Officer
Lee Ann Hall, Executive Assistant to the CEO

VENUE OPERATIONS
Marcus Mizelle, Director of Venue Operations
Emma Howard, Event Manager
Roberto Tapia, Day Porter
Mark Stiker, Food & Beverage Manager
Olivia Cleri, Event Manager
Tara Elliott, Venue Rentals Manager

ARTISTIC OPERATIONS
Edward Parsons, Vice President of Artistic Operations
Philomena Duffy, Associate Vice President of Orchestra Personnel
Ty Johnson, Senior Director, Pops Programming and Presentations
Alyssa Rose Brooks, Director of Orchestra Operations
Brandy Rodgers, Senior Manager of Pops, Yuletide Celebration & Symphonic Pops Consortium
Milner Fuller, Manager of Classical Programming
Bennett Crantford, Assistant Orchestra Personnel Manager
Matthew Creek, Manager of Popular Programming

DEVELOPMENT
Stephanie Hays-Mussoni, Vice President of Development
Chrissi Laut, Executive Administrative Assistant
Rose Branson, Senior Director of Annual Giving
Maggie Leemhuis, Senior Director of Corporate and Foundation Giving
Kelli Dawson, Associate Director of Corporate and Foundation Giving
Andrew Weller, Grants Manager
Elizabeth Marvin, Associate Director of Individual Giving
Emelyn Godby, Corporate Stewardship Manager
Allison Fields, Donor Stewardship & Development Events Manager
Kara Sudheimer, Gift Processor & Development  Database Administrator

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
Sara Galer, Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Emily Winship, Director of Marketing
Elizabeth Whipkey, Director of Ticket Services and Database Management
Erin Jeffrey, Director of Communications
Jen Huber, Communications Content Manager
Luke Cooley, Senior Graphic Designer
Olivia Burl, Graphic Designer
Darcey Laymon, Senior Group Sales Manager
Isabel Bitner, Database Specialist

PATRON SERVICES 
Janine Knuutila, Senior Customer Care Representative
Trevor Conerly, Customer Care Representative
Lakin Schoen, Customer Care Representative
Isabella Steenberg, Customer Care Representative
Isabelle Kohlberg, Customer Care Representative
Kim Lynch, Customer Care Representative
Nick Neukom, Customer Care Representative
Ava Worthington, Customer Care Representative

EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Liana Powell, Education and Community Engagement Manager
Krystle Ford, Director of Metropolitan Youth Orchestra
Jordan Nelson, Associate Director, MYO
Ilana Shinkle, MYO Administrative Assistant 

FINANCE
Jennifer Janik, Vice President of Finance & CFO
Adam White, Controller        
Stephanie Antrim, Staff Accountant
Nate Rushton, Staff Accountant

HUMAN RESOURCES
Larry R. Baysinger, Vice President of Human Resources
Melissa Sanders, Human Resources Generalist & Wellness Advocate

Board of Directors

Interim Chair
Eric Sutphin

Secretary
Christina Bodurow, Ph.D.

Treasurer
Eric Sutphin

Chief Executive Officer
James M. Johnson

Board of Directors
Christina Bodurow, Ph.D.*
Andrew Cardimen
Melissa Deal
Cheri Dick
Alexandra French—FORTE
Gustavo Garavaglia
Matthew M. Gardlik, Ph.D.
Laurie Gutmann, M.D.
Matthew Gutwein*
Justin Hayes
Peter W. Howard, Ph.D.*
Deborah Johnson
James Johnson*
Amy Kniffen—Musician
Shelly Langona
Greg Loewen *In Memoriam
Jennifer Mentink
Peter Morse, Jr.*


Jackie Nytes*
Eloise Paul
Steve Rake
Jeff Reider
Nicholas Schellinger
Alice Schloss
Yvonne Shaheen*
Christopher Slapak, M.D.
J. Albert Smith, Jr.
Justin Sufan
Eric Sutphin*
Yecenia Tostado
Joanna Weiler – ISOA
Tori Weyers
David Wilcox
Fred Winters
C. Daniel Yates

*Executive Committee


Board of Trustees
John M. Mutz, Chair
Charlene Barnette
Rollin M. Dick
Craig Fenneman
Carolyn S. Hardman
Ann Hampton Hunt

Bob Kaspar
Kay Koch
Gordon E. Mallett, Ph. D.
Charles O’Drobinak
Dr. Charles H. Webb Jr.
James Zink