The Jacksonville Symphony announced its new president and CEO today. Just months after conductor and music director Courtney Lewis came on board, the symphony has chosen former Orchestra Iowa chief executive Robert Massey to lead the organization.
"He and I share a vision for the future of the Jacksonville Symphony, a future founded in reaching new levels of artistic excellence, strengthening our cultural citizenship and broadening our reach in and outside of this community," Massey said Thursday.
Massey has led two symphonies and grew audiences and revenues at both. He says he also values collaborations with other cultural organizations including ballets, museums and educational institutions.
The Jacksonville Symphony has undergone large changes following financial troubles during the economic downturn and an impasse with the musicians' union over salaries.
