Bernadette Albright

In the world of cultural arts, Bernadette stands out as a non-traditional chairperson, bringing a unique blend of experiences that have shaped her unconventional approach to leadership. With a diverse background spanning activism, foster care, ministry, spiritual work, sales, and community organizing, she has cultivated a perspective that challenges traditional norms and seeks to create a more inclusive and impactful non-profit environment.

Drawing from her rich experiences, Bernadette emphasizes the importance of a community-driven approach. Rejecting rigid structures like Robert's Rules of Order, she believes in the power of flexibility, allowing the non-profit to serve the community without unnecessary limitations.

Bernadette envisions a space where inclusivity reigns supreme, transcending exclusionary boundaries.

Having delved into HIV and AIDS awareness in the late '80s and early '90s, Bernadette is no stranger to the pitfalls of bureaucracy. Frustrated by endless meetings with minimal results, she is an advocate for a dynamic approach to problem-solving. She firmly believes in putting the non-profit on a path to "put itself out of business," steering away from ineffective committees and embracing a solution-oriented mindset.

Bernadette challenges the conventional views on education and perfectionism, embracing mistakes as valuable lessons. Drawing parallels to teaching her children to make cookies, she emphasizes the transformative power of errors and the opportunity they present.

Her mantra "fail fast, fail often" encapsulates her philosophy of continuous improvement and adaptability.

In the realm of choices, Bernadette questions societal notions, recognizing that true choices go beyond binary options.

Throughout Bernadette's journey, she has lived multiple lives, shedding the past and rising like a phoenix. With a profound understanding of personal reinvention -- each transformation a testament to resilience and growth.