Jennifer Cecconi is an innovative and visionary arts professional with over fifteen years of leadership experience in strategic fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and revenue diversification. She has a proven track record of driving sustainability and impact in the nonprofit, arts, and media advocacy sectors.

As part of the senior leadership team at Friends of Canadian Media, Jennifer recently played a key role in their landmark election campaign to protect Canadian media and preserve the CBC. Her expertise in integrated fundraising and advocacy strategies has mobilized tens of thousands of Canadians and strengthened community engagement.

Throughout her career, Jennifer has contributed to multimillion-dollar campaigns, cultivated strategic partnerships, and fostered high-performing teams. Her work at United Way of Calgary & Area, the Calgary International Film Festival, and other organizations showcases her ability to craft compelling narratives, develop innovative strategies, and secure transformative funding opportunities.

Jennifer is dedicated to advancing the arts and nonprofit industries through creative leadership, strategic vision, and meaningful collaboration. She is excited to return to Calgary and join the Arts Commons team as it expands and transforms into Werklund Centre.