South Shore Arts and the Northwest Indiana Symphony announce the formation of a Succession Planning Taskforce and have posted a career opportunity for the Executive Director role for South Shore Arts & the Northwest Indiana Symphony. Current Executive Director, Dave Mika, served as a previous Board Member for both organizations prior to accepting his current role after long-time Executive Director, John Cain announced his retirement in 2020. Mika’s contract expires at the end of June 2025, he has informed the Boards of both organizations about his plans to retire at that time.
“When John Cain retired, the Board knew finding the right replacement would be a challenge. Dave postponed his retirement to support us during this transition. Thanks to his leadership, we've found a new way forward and it's important for us to keep that momentum,” says William Neff, South Shore Arts Board President. “We’re grateful for his dedication and look forward to working together to support the cultural arts in NWI.”
South Shore Arts and the Northwest Indiana Symphony Boards have formed the Succession Planning Taskforce to mount nationwide search for the next Executive Director for both organizations. Solicitation for qualified candidates will begin October 2024, with interviews slated to begin at the beginning of the new year. For those interested, please check out the job description posted on South Shore Arts’ website at www.southshoreartsonline.org.
About South Shore Arts
South Shore Arts is a not-for-profit arts organization that has served the arts community in Northwest Indiana for the past 88 years. Today, the organization offers a broad spectrum of programs, including art classes for all ages, senior workshops, youth summer camps, art outreach in Northwest Indiana and more. In addition to the main gallery space and studios at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster, the organization operates a satellite location, Substation No.9, in downtown Hammond offering classes and exhibitions. South Shore Arts also serves as the Regional Arts Partner for the Indiana Arts Commission for Lake, Porter and LaPorte Counties. Since 2008, it has served as the Managing Agent leading The Northwest Indiana Symphony organization.