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Vallejo Symphony is looking for Board Members
I’m reaching out to you personally because your proven commitment to our community is exactly what helps organizations like the Vallejo Symphony thrive. We’re at an important moment, and I believe you could be a great fit to help ensure the Symphony’s continued success for the people we serve.
For ten decades, the Vallejo Symphony has served Vallejo and the wider communities of Solano, Napa, and Contra Costa counties by bringing professional music to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. We’ve seen again and again how the arts strengthen communities, spark connection, and help create positive change.
Over the past three years, I have had the honor of serving as President. During that time, we navigated a period of transition, including unexpected board and leadership changes and a temporary lack of administrative staff. With steady work and a lot of collaboration, we have kept concerts going, supported our patrons, and brought the organization back up to date.
Today, our board is down to a few deeply committed members who have carried the organization forward because they care deeply about the Symphony’s future—and because the Symphony matters to this region. As we look ahead, we’re focused on thoughtful succession planning: bringing in community-minded leaders now so responsibilities can be shared, mentorship can happen, and future transitions are smooth. That’s why I’m reaching out to you—I’d love your help building the next generation of board leadership and ensuring the Symphony continues to thrive for years to come.
We are now focused on recruiting new board members who are community-minded, collaborative, and excited about the power of the arts. Board service is meaningful civic work – it is governance, stewardship, and advocacy. We are looking for people who can help set direction, strengthen community connections, and support fundraising so that professional music remains accessible in our varied communities.
I want to be clear: this is not about losing heart for the mission—quite the opposite. It’s about making sure the Symphony has a strong, sustainable governing team for its next chapter. With some important family priorities ahead, I will be stepping down from my role as Board President in the near term, and I’m committed to supporting a smooth transition to new leadership.
Would you be open to a brief phone call or a face-to-face meeting to talk about the board and what the role actually looks like? If serving isn’t right for you, I would be grateful for your help identifying one or two individuals who might be a great fit.
Thank you for considering this request and for everything you do to support the arts in our community. I’d love to connect at your convenience.
Warmly,
Suzie Peterson
Suzie94534@gmail.com
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