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Meet Leanne Deshaies, Arts for Learning WNY’s New Board President!

As we embark on a new fiscal year at Arts for Learning WNY, we are delighted to announce Leanne Deshaies as our new Board President! Leanne brings to this role a deep love for Buffalo, a passion for the arts, and a professional background rooted in design and marketing. Her creativity, leadership, and commitment to arts education make her an inspiring choice to help guide our organization into this next chapter.


Leanne has been a dedicated member of our Board of Directors since 2022, actively championing our mission to inspire, expand learning, and strengthen community through engagement with the arts. As an advocate for creative learning and equitable access to arts integration, she steps into this role with a vibrant sense of purpose and possibility.


Leanne Deshaies, Arts for Learning WNY Board President
Leanne Deshaies, Arts for Learning WNY Board President

ABOUT LEANNE

I'm a Buffalo native who’s always been drawn to the arts - especially design and photography. I went to SUNY Potsdam, where I studied art and business administration, and now I work in marketing as an Assistant Marketing Manager. The arts have always played a central role in both my personal and professional life.


HER JOURNEY TO ARTS FOR LEARNING WNY

Laura Douglas (left), Former Arts for Learning WNY Board President, and Leanne (right)
Laura Douglas (left), Former Arts for Learning WNY Board President, and Leanne (right)

I joined the Board in 2022. I was looking for a meaningful way to get more involved in the community, and my friend Laura, who’s a former Board President of the organization, suggested I join. It felt like a perfect fit for my background and interests. Since then, I’ve learned so much about the incredible programming we bring to youth across Western New York.

I’m proud to be part of this work and excited to

help lead the way forward.


LOOKING AHEAD

I’m especially looking forward to helping grow our impact and raise awareness about what we do throughout the region. There are so many communities we’re eager to connect with, and I’m excited to be part of that expansion. We also have amazing events coming up and I can’t wait to see how they evolve. Building relationships with donors, sponsors, and community leaders will be a key part of that growth.


Leanne (left) and Allison Rabent (right), Arts for Learning WNY Director of Programs
Leanne (left) and Allison Rabent (right), Arts for Learning WNY Director of Programs

JOIN THE MOVEMENT

If you’re interested in getting involved with Arts for Learning WNY, we’d love to hear from you! We’re always looking for passionate, community-minded individuals to join our Board and help us expand our reach.


Under Leanne’s leadership, we look forward to continuing our mission of bringing high-quality arts-integrated learning experiences to children and youth throughout Western New York. Her insight and enthusiasm will no doubt help us deepen our impact, strengthen our partnerships, and champion the transformative power of the arts in education.





Welcome, Leanne - we’re so glad to have you at the helm!



 
 
 

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