It is an honor and pleasure to officially welcome you to the 2018 Annual Conference – the first of many events leading up to our 50th Anniversary celebration next year. Look for special programs and activities to take place over the next twelve months as we celebrate this milestone.
We applaud our members from across the state and region for the work you do in your communities, and we are especially grateful that you made the journey to Sacramento to help us kick-off ACSO’s year-long anniversary celebration.
ACSO has been convening orchestra leaders for decades. Our conference is known for delivering relevant sessions and speakers. This year’s meeting will be no different. You will find our agenda to be rich with insights from the best and brightest. This year’s conference addresses some of our field’s most current issues, including different viewpoints on audience development, emergency preparedness, and the role of the arts in policy, making Sacramento the perfect destination for this convening.
As you meet new and old friends over the next three days, I hope that the strategies and practices exchanged during the conference will serve you in the best possible way. I’m sure you’ll find that the issues you face in your community are similar to issues that your peers are facing.
I want to thank the ACSO board, staff, and our local host, the Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera, for their work in making this year’s conference rich with content. I would also like to thank our advertisers, exhibitors, and sponsors, especially Choice Entertainment Technology for their support as this year’s lead conference sponsor.
Enjoy your stay in Sacramento, and I look forward to connecting with you throughout the conference!