1 Upcoming Event at Ball State Student Center
1 past event at Ball State Student CenterSep 25, 2025
Thursday
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Fred Meyer Lecture in Cultural Policy and Arts Advocacy
5pm @
Ball State Student Center
Ballroom
2000 W University Ave, Muncie, IN 47306
Keynote Speaker: Michael Greer, President and CEO of ArtsFund Seattle
Thursday, September 25, 5 to 7:30pm, Student Center Ballroom
5:00–6:00 PM | Opening Reception
6:00–7:30 PM | Keynote & Q&AMichael Greer is a seasoned cross-sector leader with decades of experience in for-profit and nonprofit organizations across the United States, India, and China. A firm believer in the interconnectedness of public, private, and nonprofit sectors, Michael advocates for cross-sector collaboration to strengthen community health and drive positive outcomes.
As President and CEO of ArtsFund—Washington State’s largest independent, unrestricted arts and culture funder—Michael leverages his diverse experience to create practical and inspiring community solutions through the arts. Beyond Washington State, he contributes to national and international conversations on the role of creativity in shaping more vibrant, inclusive societies.
His professional background spans financial services, manufacturing, performing arts, arts administration, and philanthropy. He serves on several boards, including United Way of King County, the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC), the National Arts Statistics in Evidence-Based Reporting Center (NASERC), and the World Affairs Council, among others.
With an academic foundation in economics, mathematics, and education—and an MBA from the Wharton School—Michael applies a lifetime of interdisciplinary knowledge to foster healthier, more connected communities. A recognized community leader and national speaker on the role of the arts in civic life, he champions the transformative power of creativity to enrich lives and strengthen society.This lecture is presented in partnership with the 2025 Conference on Civic Studies and Democracy at Ball State University.
