MacPhail Center for Music is pleased to welcome Michael Waldman as Vice President of Development.
A nonprofit executive, fundraiser, musician, and arts advocate, Michael brings more than 25 years of experience leading mission-driven organizations and building philanthropic support that fuels community impact. In his new role, he will lead MacPhail’s advancement efforts, helping strengthen the partnerships and investments that make music education accessible to thousands of students each year. Before joining MacPhail, Michael served as CEO of the Minnesota JCC Foundation and held executive leadership positions with the Minnesota JCC and San Antonio JCC, leading annual, major, capital, and planned giving initiatives throughout his career.
But Michael’s connection to MacPhail began long before he joined the executive team. As a preschooler, he participated in MacPhail’s Musical Trolley program, beginning a lifelong relationship with music that continued through community theater, school band, garage bands, and professional performance and recording projects. Today, he continues to write and record music while championing the role arts organizations play in building stronger communities.
“I’ve always believed that music has a unique ability to bring people together and create community, and that is exactly what I see happening every day at MacPhail,” said Waldman. “I’m honored to join this organization and help support the important work happening here.”
Please join us in welcoming Michael back to the MacPhail community.