Dr. Jack Stuart Rosenberg, Chair
Dr. Jack Rosenberg is a contemporary polymath. With degrees from Michigan State University, The University of Detroit, Tufts University, and post-doctoral studies at Tufts, his first career was as an endodontist with a sub-specialty in Immunology and Infectious diseases. After teaching at Tufts and Harvard, he relocated to New York City, where he established multiple practices with particular emphasis on the care and treatment of patients with HIV/AIDS. Focusing also on the broader needs of the community, he was the founder of the Manhattan Dental Guild, a professional organization of LGBT dentists, a co-founder of The Network, a professional group of LGBT physicians, psychiatrists, lawyers, and other professionals. Jack was also a co-founding donor of Gay Men’s Health Crisis, the People-With-AIDS Coalition, and Body Positive.
Managing multiple businesses led to the introduction of technology in practice management. This directed Jack into the technology consulting world, which then naturally led to the wild-west of start-up internet companies. The 80’s found him creating several new companies, and devising strategies for existing businesses. At the finale of this process, Jack built the US company and became Head of USA for Net-a-Porter.
A serendipitous diversion let to yet another career transition—into becoming an artist. Deciding to devote his energies into art, Jack returned to the classroom and studio and studied at the New York Academy of Art, the Florence Academy of Art, and the Prince Charles Drawing School in London.
As a studio artist, primarily painting, he often tackles political, economic and socially important subjects. With representation by Denise Bibro Fine Art (Chelsea, NYC), Jack’s paintings are in the collections of the US House of Representatives, the US Embassy, St. John’s Episcopal, and numerous private collections in the US and Europe. He is also an experienced art instructor having taught courses at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (NYC), Florence Academy of Art (Italy) and the Washington Art Association.
Jack, a Board Member of ASAP! (After School Arts Program), is also the Chair of the Connecticut Arts Foundation. He is dedicated to enhancing the arts ecosystem in Connecticut; with a focus on making sure artists are included, and have opportunities to develop their craft and artistic expression.
Mary Ellen Eckels
Mary Ellen Kingsland-Eckels is the Founder and Executive/Artistic Director of the Wallingford Center for the Arts and Wallingford Community Theatre. She holds degrees and certifications in Theatre, Music, and Music Therapy, and has performed in concert and on stage throughout New England and New York. She has more than 40 years of performance and directing experience in college, community, and industry circles. Inspired by her professor, Dr. Louise Willerman, at WESCONN, she began a double major in theatre and music in preparation for post-graduate studies in Music Therapy. Her studies with AAMT then at NYU gave her the great privilege of learning from two of the pioneers of Music Therapy, Dr. Clive Robbins (NYU) and Juliette Alvin (visiting lecturer from France). While completing her work toward certification as a Music Therapist, she concurrently was preparing for a concert at Carnegie Hall under the tutelage of John Cosentino of the Metropolitan Opera. The State of Connecticut offered her a classified position as a Music Therapist, and she chose to fully devote herself to using the arts in healing, education, and growth. She has worked as a Music Therapist in many hospitals, school systems, and for the State of Connecticut for 42 years, pioneering some the early research with fellow clinicians in the etiology and treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, Autism spectrum, and language development for individuals with Developmental Disabilities. She has been a keynote speaker at several national conferences, promoting the power of the arts in enriching the quality of life in hospitals, residential facilities, schools, and clinics. Her work in both Music Therapy and in the theatre have earned her several awards and two proclamations of excellence from the Governor of Connecticut. It is her great honor and privilege to work with the talented and dedicated director and staff of the Connecticut Office of the Arts, and with the very accomplished fellow members of the Connecticut Arts Council.
Floyd W. Green, III
Floyd W. Green, III is a philanthropist and founder of What a Concept LLC, a company focused on creating wow moments through strategic philanthropy. In 2021, he retired from Aetna, a CVS Health company, as Vice President of Community Affairs. Since 2004, his teams developed grassroots community-based strategies to assist in new business development, customer retention, and strategic partnerships. Because of his work, he speaks nationally on Strategic Philanthropy, Cultural Consciousness, Localization, How to Go to Market, and Marketing to Diverse Consumers. He also spends time advocating nationally the importance of STEAM vs STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math).
Floyd is the recipient of many professional and civic awards. Most recent include BlackDoctor.org and Johns Hopkins Center for Health Disparities Solutions 45 most influential Blacks in Healthcare, The National Action Network’s National Merit Award, and the Martin Luther King National Service Award by the Institute for the Advancement of Multicultural and Minority Medicine (IAMMM) both in Washington, DC. He is a recipient of the CT Governor’s Patron of the Arts award, the National Council of Community and Justice’s (NCCJ) Human Relations award, the 2022 Bushnell’s Yandow Award for Arts Education, and the OnCon Icon 2020, 2021, and 2022 Top Marketer Award recognizing the top marketers in the world.
He is a trained actor and a member of Actor’s Equity Association. He is also a member of the Executive Leadership Council (ELC), the National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE), and lifetime members of the National Black MBA and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated.
Floyd graduated from Lincoln University in Oxford, Pennsylvania, with a B.S. degree in History/Public Affairs. He received his MBA in Marketing/Strategy from Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business and Management, Malibu, California. Currently, a doctoral student at the University of Hartford focusing on Arts Education. Born in Newport News, Virginia, Floyd now resides in Hartford, Connecticut.
Dwayne Harris
Dwayne M. Harris is a seasoned arts management professional with a proven track record of success. With over two decades of experience, he has demonstrated a passion for driving innovation, fostering inclusivity, and achieving tangible results.
As the Executive Director of The Little Theatre of Manchester (LTM), Dwayne has spearheaded significant advancements. Under his leadership, LTM has experienced substantial growth in audience engagement, expanded its programming, and strengthened its financial position. His strategic vision and operational expertise have been instrumental in positioning LTM as a cultural cornerstone in the community.
Beyond his role at LTM, Dwayne is a dedicated advocate for the arts sector. His extensive experience includes leadership positions at prestigious organizations, where he has consistently excelled in strategic planning, fundraising, and community outreach. Dwayne's ability to build strong partnerships and navigate complex landscapes has made him a respected figure in the field.
A champion for equity and access, Dwayne is committed to ensuring that the arts are inclusive and accessible to all. He actively works to address systemic barriers and create opportunities for underrepresented communities to participate in and benefit from the arts.
Dwayne holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Connecticut and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Theatre, providing him with a unique blend of business acumen and artistic understanding. His strong communication skills, negotiation abilities, and fundraising expertise have been instrumental in his success. Additionally, his volunteer work demonstrates his commitment to giving back to his community and making a positive impact.
Jacqueline Hubbard
Jacqueline Hubbard is an actor, director, teacher and, for the past 25 years, Artistic/Executive Director of the Ivoryton Playhouse.
Jacqui was born and raised in the industrial north of England. As a teenager, she worked as young correspondent for her local BBC affiliate radio station, BBC Radio Teesside. While at college in Leeds, West Yorkshire, pursuing a degree in communications, she wandered into the black box theatre and her life took a different turn.
Jacqui has worked with theatre companies in Tampa, FL and Savannah, GA and has taught English and theatre in Florida, Georgia, New York and Connecticut. A lifelong advocate of theatre in education, she ran a theatre workshop for students for 10 years, focusing on storytelling, creative drama and the uses of creative expression in developing confidence and unity.
In 1991, Jacqui joined the Board of Trustees of the Ivoryton Playhouse, one of the oldest self-supporting summer theatres in the country. In 1999, she became Artistic/Executive Director and has overseen the renovation of the building and the growth of the organization from a summer stock theatre to a professional, year-round, producing theatre.
Jacqui is the recipient of the 2012 Connecticut Critics Circle Tom Killen Award for Outstanding Contribution to CT Theater and the 2020/21 recipient of the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce Distinguished Citizen of the Year Award.
Andrew David Linde
Andrew David Linde was raised in rural Minnesota and completed his secondary education at Maple Grove High School. From a young age, he was drawn to computers, music, and the arts, playing in garage bands and working with Tinderbox Music, a promoter for college radio music. After high school graduation, Andrew moved to New York City to intern with the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) in the Film & TV division. Following his internship, he relocated to Boston in the winter of 2004 to pursue higher education.
By the spring of 2007, Andrew had earned a Bachelor of Music degree in Contemporary Writing and Production from Berklee College of Music. A year later, he founded Panacea3, a digital reputation management firm that has served a diverse international clientele, including UnitedHealth Group, Velcro, The Pokémon Company, and many more. In 2010, Andrew took on the role of CEO at No Shame, an indie music label based in Brooklyn, NY, where he signed and developed indie music acts. He ventured further into the digital realm by founding Juncture Media in November 2013, a studio dedicated to developing innovative digital content such as video games, educational software, and mobile applications, most notably for The NFL and Verizon.
In April 2017, Andrew joined the board of directors for The After School Arts Program (ASAP!). ASAP! has served the community by providing arts education for thousands of kids in Connecticut for over 25 years. In 2023, he was appointed to the Connecticut Arts Council and works to advocate for the arts throughout the state. In his leisure time, Andrew enjoys spending time with his family, snowboarding, gaming, and trading stocks.
Denise Massingale-Lamb
Denise Massingale-Lamb is a dedicated advocate for the arts and for artists. Formerly Eastern Council and Assistant Executive Director of the Directors Guild of America in New York City, Denise was responsible for all legal matters, negotiation and enforcement of collective bargaining agreements and artist rights and initiatives in the Guild's Eastern region.
Denise founded and organized the Monaco Music of Film Festival in Monte Carlo, Monaco. She organized a team that successfully engaged backers, sponsors, filmmakers and composers. The festival honored John Barry, composer of the iconic James Bond theme songs and hosted the red carpet European Premiere of Shut Up and Sing, the documentary about the Chicks (fka the Dixie Chicks) directed by Academy Award nominee Barbara Kopple and Cecilia Peck. Other films at the Festival included The Derby Stallion, scored by Billy Preston, and Straight Outta Puerto Rico, a documentary produced and directed by Leigh- Academy Award nominee for Straight Outta Compton. The Festival was attended by His Serene Highness Prince Albert II and its supporters included The Société des Bains de Mer and the Monaco Tourism Board.
Denise has curated and secured partnership alliances for companies and not for profits including, Avelo Airlines, Harman Kardon, Yeah (Melvin Van Peebles’ production company), Lionsgate, Morgan Stanley, Mercedes Benz, The Hard Rock Cafe, The Allan Houston Foundation, Mohegan Sun Casino & Resort, The New York Knicks, and the Boy Scouts of America, where she previously served as Director of Development.
Denise earned her Juris Doctor from the UCLA School of Law, and her BA in economics from the University of Washington. She began her legal career with the Los Angeles Raiders. She worked for the Los Angeles and Atlanta Olympic Organizing Committees, and was a frequent Guest Commentator on Ct TV.
Residing in Connecticut for over thirty years, Denise has served on numerous Town of Weston Committees and Boards. She is super delighted to have recently been appointed by Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont to serve on the Council Board. Denise also serves on the Fairfield County Community Foundation’s DEI Leaders team. She enjoys advocacy, curating beneficial partnership alliances, and in the transformative power of the arts. Most of all, she is committed to making the lives of others better.
Sarah McKay
Sarah McKay has over a decade of professional leadership experience as a passionate Executive Director for non-profit arts and cultural organizations. She believes in the important role that the arts and artists serve and is committed to mobilizing people through advocacy, cultural events, creative opportunities, and educational programs.
Sarah served as Executive Director for Orange County NY Arts Council advocating for the area's arts and artists on a regional, state, and federal level and successfully implementing programs to promote equitable access to the arts. She was Director of Hygienic Art Galleries (New London, CT) and a founder of Rough Edges Art Productions (Greater Hartford region). In 2023, she co-founded Broad Strokes Consulting Alliance specializing in assisting non-profits in NY and CT. With a deep understanding of the many competing needs that organizations face, McKay and her team developed an integrative service structure that offers a full spectrum of professional services from fundraising and financial management to strategic growth and project management.
Sarah has developed and produced dozens of regional and statewide events and collaborative programs in both NY and CT including festivals such as the New London Blues and Brews Festival, REAP Street Festival (Windsor), CT Family Festival, Tri-State conferences such as Hudson Valley Creative Impact Conference, and countless performances and concerts throughout Hudson Valley NY and Southeastern CT. She has curated statewide exhibits including the annual “Rough Around The Edges” exhibits hosted in alternative spaces, and the CT Annual Printmakers Invitational. She is affiliated with Windsor Art Center and Spark Makerspace.
With a background in studio art and art history, she received her B.F.A. from the University of Connecticut.
Judith McElhone
Judith McElhone is the founder and executive director of the Five Points Center for the Visual Arts. Mrs. McElhone holds an AS degree from Northwestern Connecticut Community College and a BFA and MFA from the Hartford Art School. She is an exhibiting professional artist, visual arts educator and a Connecticut Visual Arts Fellow recipient. McElhone was honored as an NCCC Alumna in 2003. She received the University of Hartford Alumni Association’s 2014 Anchor Award, which recognizes alumni who have distinguished themselves by achieving the highest level of professional and community accomplishments. In 2019, McElhone received the Connecticut Office of the Arts “Art Hero” award. She also been recognized as one of the 50 Most Influential People in Litchfield County by Litchfield Magazine.
Brian Walters II
Brian Walters is a self taught sculptor who is a life long Connecticut resident. He has exhibited his work throughout the United States along with the Netherlands and Australia. Walters’ sculpture is in the permanent collection of the New Britain Museum of American Art, the City of Waterbury’s public art collection along with the State Of Connecticut’s public art collection. Brian’s work is eclectic and well received by arts professionals along with collectors as well.
Outside of Brian’s own studio practice he co-founded the In View Project a storefront art space in Danbury Connecticut in 2012. This space has hosted dozens of artist from Connecticut and New York. Walters is a recipient of the 2020 “Arts Hero” award that the Connecticut office of the arts oversees. Walters is a staunch advocate for the arts and his home state of Connecticut. He is excited for this new opportunity to be even more involved in the cultural scene in the Nutmeg state.
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