Leadership Committee
Council Chair
Steven R. Swartz
President & Chief Executive Officer
Hearst
Council Members
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James L. Amine
Managing Director Investment Banking Division
Credit Suisse - Sarah E. Beshar
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Valentino D. Carlotti
Global Head of Business Development
Sotheby's -
Richard A. Cirillo, Esq.
Partner
King & Spalding LLP -
John P. Cole
Executive Vice President
Northeast Business Banking
Wells Fargo -
David A. Coulter
Managing Director & Senior Advisor
Warburg Pincus LLC -
Richard K. DeScherer
Chief Legal & Compliance Officer
Bloomberg L.P. -
Bob Garrett
New York Office Managing Partner
KPMG LLP -
Maurice R. Greenberg
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
C.V. Starr and Co. -
Daisey Holmes
Managing Director, Philanthropy
BNY Mellon -
Taimur Hyat
Chief Strategy Officer
PGIM -
Jill Kaplan
Regional President
United Airlines -
Charles G. Ludmer
Principal, Chief Marketing Officer
CohnReznick LLP -
Peter L. Malkin, Esq.
Chairman Emeritus, Chairman,
Empire State Realty Trust, Malkin Holdings LLC -
Deborah Montaperto
Managing Director, Private Wealth
Morgan Stanley -
Michael Mullman
Partner
Blank Rome LLP -
Michael I. Roth
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Interpublic Group -
Richard Silverman
Vice Chairman
U.S. Trust, Bank of America -
Edward Skyler
Executive Vice President Global Public Affairs
Citi -
Jeffrey T. Stevenson
Managing Partner
Veronis Suhler Stevenson -
Mark Thompson
President & Chief Executive Officer
The New York Times Company -
Ilana D. Weinstein
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
The IDW Group, LLC -
Emily Weiss
Managing Director
Accenture -
Kenneth L. Wyse
President
Wyse Consulting LLC -
Neal Zuckerman
Partner & Managing Director, Co-Head
Global Media Practice, The Boston Consulting Group
Membership Expectations
Contribute
A $25,000 minimum annual contribution is required for membership on the Leadership Committee.
Recruit
Members are asked to personally solicit new corporate prospects. Solicitation lists and letters are prepared for each member.
Fundraise
Raise unrestricted funds for 10 world-class performing arts organizations at Lincoln Center.
Attendance
Attendance is required at two meetings annually—one in the spring and one in the fall. Meeting materials are provided onsite, where members will discuss campaign progress.
Introduce Prospects
Attendance at one of two donor appreciation events is encouraged. These are key opportunities for members to introduce prospects to Lincoln Center.
Host An Event
If possible, we suggest hosting a gathering or event to thank existing donors and cultivate new prospects.
Support
Members are expected to provide incremental support to Corporate Fund events.
Membership Benefits
High-Profile Network
Members are entitled to participating in high-profile networking opportunities
Recognition
Recognition in the Lincoln Center Corporate Fund Annual Report
Visibility
Visibility on our website and in a number of printed materials, such as business publications, advertisements, and Lincoln Center Playbills
Special Invitations
Invitations to donor events throughout the year
Concierge Services
Access to Concierge Services (a members-only ticketing service that connects you with the best seats at all performances across campus—before they’re on sale to the general public)
Many More Benefits
Other benefits commensurate with gift level, as detailed in our Membership Benefits Guide
Annual Events
Lincoln Center Business Council Annual Business Leadership Award Breakfast
Each year, the Lincoln Center Business Leadership Award Breakfast honors a professional (or professionals) for their outstanding commitment to the arts and culture in New York City. Proceeds from this event support the Lincoln Center Business Council (LCBC) in its work with the Lincoln Center Corporate Fund. The LCBC raises vital unrestricted funds from middle-market corporations and professional firms for the nine performing arts organizations and two professional training academies resident at Lincoln Center. The unrestricted nature of these funds permits the organizations to use them to maximum effect—which includes engaging in creative educational programming, presenting exciting new productions, and mounting free performances. For additional information, please contact Ayesha Johnson at 212.875.5347 or [email protected]
Spring Networking Event: A Little Light Music and More
This annual event featuring music, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres is hosted by the Lincoln Center Business Council, designed to create a corporate networking opportunity in support of Lincoln Center. Hundreds of professionals attend this event to mix, mingle, talk business, and highlight the extraordinary partnership between the business community and Lincoln Center’s exceptional performing arts institutions. For additional information, please contact Ayesha Johnson at 212.875.5347 or [email protected]
Lincoln Center Corporate Fund’s Annual Golf and Tennis Tournament
Join the Lincoln Center Corporate Fund for a day of golf and tennis at one of the area’s most prestigious private clubs. The day will feature a buffet brunch and luncheon, gift bag, team photos, entry to contests, and on-course refreshments. It will be capped off with a cocktail reception, award ceremony, and silent auction. Special guests will join the players to make for a truly memorable experience. To secure your spot, or for more information, please contact Arlene Graime at 212.875.5467 or [email protected]
Lincoln Center Jazz Evening at Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola
The Lincoln Center Business Council hosts this annual evening of jazz at Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola, an intimate venue designed to ideally frame the superb live music of Jazz at Lincoln Center. A menu of soulful, down-home flavor with New York flair, seasonal cocktails, and the best in live jazz performed several stories above the expansive vista of Central Park make it a terrific opportunity for client entertainment or a night out for employee appreciation. For additional information, please contact Ayesha Johnson at 212.875.5347 or [email protected]
Real Estate & Construction Council Gala
Each year, Lincoln Center’s Real Estate and Construction Council hosts the RECC Gala, with proceeds benefitting eight of the constituent organizations and the two world-class schools at Lincoln Center. Following a lively (but not lengthy) reception and dinner, guests select priority seating from a roster of performances being offered at Lincoln Center: theater, ballet, orchestra, or jazz. The RECC Gala is an exceptional opportunity to entertain important clients and business associates while supporting the arts at Lincoln Center. For additional information, please contact Lily Lovinger at 212.875.5433 or [email protected]
Women’s Business Council Fashion Luncheon
Hosted by the Corporate Fund’s Women’s Leadership Council, the annual What’s In/What’s Out Luncheon is regularly sold-out event showcasing the latest fashion and beauty trends for the coming season. The afternoon features seasonal style displays, a presentation by Harper’s Bazaar Editor-in-Chief Glenda Bailey on the must-have fashion trends and beauty secrets, and a raffle featuring prizes from our sponsors (which have included such prestigious names as LALIQUE). To secure your table, or for ticket information, please contact Jane Kolb at 212.875.5384 or [email protected]
Alternative Investment Industry Gala
Each Spring, the Corporate Fund hosts its annual Alternative Investment Industry Gala at the Rainbow Room. It was established to engage the alternative capital industry to rally in support of the 10 arts organizations on the Lincoln Center campus. Over 300 guests representing our City’s top investment firms and financial services organizations attend this festive event. Attendees enjoy an evening of amazing food, fun entertainment, dancing, and spectacular views from one of New York City’s most iconic and glamorous landmarks. For additional information, please contact Anissa Graham at 212.875.5432 or [email protected]