SPAF names new chief development officer

The Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation has named Kelly Addington as chief development officer. She will oversee the Foundation’s capital campaign for the proposed Sarasota Performing Arts Center and to advance arts education.

“Kelly’s exceptional experience in fundraising, strategic leadership and relationship building makes her the perfect addition to our team,” said Foundation CEO Tania Castroverde Moskalenko in a news release. “Her passion for the arts and commitment to community impact will be invaluable as we embark on this transformative capital campaign.”

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Addington brings more than two decades of experience in philanthropy. Previously, she was senior director of development for the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Florida, where she led fundraising efforts that collectively raised $700 million over six years for the USF Foundation.

“It’s an honor to work alongside Tania Castroverde Moskalenko and the passionate board of directors to lead a transformative capital campaign,” Addington said in the news release. “Together, we’ll build on Sarasota’s vibrant arts culture, ensuring the performing arts continue to inspire and connect our community for generations to come.”