Registration

Sponsored by MAGIC ROCKS! Illusionist Leon Etienne
+ All Day Coffee, Tea (+ cocktail bar) sponsored by LUDUS

Fitton Center Main Lobby, 1st floor

Professional Development, Block One

Session 1: Build Your Brand. Grow Your Revenue | Thommy Long, LemonGrenade Creative

In today's competitive arts landscape, a strong brand is one of your most valuable business tools. Whether you're managing a performing arts center, representing artists, or promoting your own work, the way you communicate your value directly impacts audience engagement, bookings, partnerships, and revenue. Join LemonGrenade for an interactive session exploring practical branding strategies that help arts professionals stand out, build trust, and create sustainable growth. Leave with actionable ideas you can immediately apply to strengthen your brand and support your bottom line.

Room: 104, 1st floor

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Session 2: Ohio Arts Council & ArtsWave: Ohio-Focused Grants: Award Process, Resources & Guidance | Patrick Roehrenbeck (Ohio Arts Council) & Ray Gargano (ArtsWave)

Participate in a discussion about the opportunities at the Ohio Arts Council and ArtsWave through our grant programs and additional opportunities including project support, operating support, and other resources provided.

Patrick Roehrenbeck serves as the Organizational Program Coordinator for the Northeast region of Ohio at the Ohio Arts Council (OAC). In this role, he supports arts organizations throughout the grant application and award process, offering guidance and resources to help them thrive.

Ray Gargano is currently the Vice President, Community Investments for ArtsWave, the oldest and largest United Arts organization celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.

Room: 209, 2nd floor

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Session 3: Touring 101: What to Know Before You Go | Hosted & Moderated by Natalie Cordone, Nikki D, Stephan Stubbins & Wallace Thomas

Natalie Cordone, Artist, Cordone & Kilgore Productions

Nikki D, Artist, Nikki D & The Sisters of Thunder

Stephan Stubbins, Presenter, Valentine Theatre

Wallace Thomas, Artist, Ball in the House

Room: Vista Room, 3rd floor

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Professional Development, Block Two

Session 1: Making Artistic Cents Session: Collaborative Dealmaking | Josh Benson, There's No Business Like Podcast

Room: 104, 1st floor

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Session 2: Leading with Purpose: The 7 Habits for Effective Arts & Community Leadership | Erin Cameron Miller, Director at Stocker Arts Center

What does it mean to be truly effective in the work of building stronger organizations, communities, and cultural experiences? Leading with Purpose invites arts and community professionals to explore Stephen R. Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People through the lens of mission-driven leadership.

Grounded in the Ohio Arts Professionals Network’s commitment to supporting and growing Ohio’s touring Arts & Culture industry and Lorain County Community College’s mission to create opportunities for individuals to succeed, economies to grow, and communities to thrive through rich cultural experiences, this interactive session connects timeless leadership principles to the realities of today’s professional landscape.

Participants will examine how the seven habits—from Be Proactive and Begin with the End in Mind to Think Win-Win, Seek First to Understand, Synergize, and Sharpen the Saw—can strengthen communication, collaboration, strategic thinking, relationships, and personal effectiveness.

Through reflection, discussion, and practical application, participants will leave with actionable strategies for leading with greater intention, leveraging diverse perspectives, building meaningful partnerships, and creating sustainable impact—both within their organizations and throughout the communities they serve.

Ideal for: arts administrators, artists, educators, presenters, nonprofit professionals, community leaders, and anyone seeking to become a more intentional and effective leader.

Erin Cameron Miller is the Director of the Stocker Arts Center at Lorain County Community College, a position she has held since July 2023. With a distinguished career in the arts and entertainment industry, Miller brings a wealth of experience and leadership to her role. Prior to joining Lorain County Community College, she served as the General Manager of Cain Park in Cleveland Heights from 2004 to 2023, where she was instrumental in shaping the cultural landscape of the region.

Room: 209, 2nd floor

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Session 3: Will AI Book Your Next Tour? How Discovery Is Changing for Presenters, Agents, Artists, and Audiences | Zeb Dawson, Happy Path Marketing

Everyone is asking how AI will change our industry. It's already happening.

Whether you're trying to sell tickets, book a tour, secure showcases, or attract new presenters, people are finding organizations differently than they were even two years ago. AI search, recommendation engines, and short-form video are replacing traditional search and websites as the first stop in the decision-making process.

Learn practical strategies to help your venue, agency, or artist remain visible, searchable, and memorable in an AI-first world.

Room: Vista Room, 3rd floor

Sponsored Lunch

Fitton Center, Vista Room, 3rd Floor
Sponsored by Pat Hazell, The Wonder Bread Years

Take a break, enjoy lunch, and connect with colleagues during our Sponsored Lunch. Box lunches will be provided for all registered attendees, with roundtable seating designed for networking and conversation.

Presenters will gather in the Vista Room (3rd Floor) for a sponsored lunch showcase featuring The Wonder Bread Years, a nostalgic, one-man comedy show created and performed by former Seinfeld writer Pat Hazell.

Artists and Agents will participate in concurrent lunchtime sessions focused on timely industry topics and professional development opportunities in the Tech Studio (2nd Floor) and Room 104 (1st Floor). Session details TBA.

One-on-One Speed Networking Session 2

Fitton Center, Tech Studio (209), 2nd floor

A 90-minute signature speed networking session featuring 5-minute one-on-one meetings between agents, artists, and attending presenters in a fast-paced, friendly, “speed dating”-style format.

Exhibit Hall

Fitton Center | Ballroom, 3rd floor & Monument Gallery, 1st floor

Dinner on your own

Dine Arounds to be scheduled in advance. OAPN meal discounts at select locations. More information coming soon.

Juried Showcases, Day 2

Fitton Center | Theater, 1st floor

View the line-up HERE.

OAPN After Hours

WellHouse Hotel, Lucky Well Bar

For our night owls who want to continue to network and hang out, the Well House hotel bar, The Lucky Well, will be open for drinks and late night snacks!

Registration

Fitton Center Main Lobby
Sponsored by MAGIC ROCKS! Illusionist Leon Etienne
+ All Day Coffee, Tea (+ cocktail bar) sponsored by LUDUS

Professional Development for Presenters w/ Coffee

Outdoor Series That Scale: Booking, Budgets & Community Buy-In

Four Northeast Ohio amphitheater Presenters share their strategies behind a successful concert series—from booking and season planning to fee structures, sponsorships, and community engagement. Join this interactive conversation.

Featuring:
Shane McAvinew is the Director of Parks and Recreation for Mayfield Village and has more than 30 years of experience in parks, recreation, entertainment, and special event management. Since 2009, he has been actively involved in concert venue operations, overseeing artist booking, contract negotiations, event planning, production coordination, and audience experience for outdoor entertainment venues. As the operator of Mayfield Village’s Grove Amphitheater, McAvinew manages all aspects of the venue’s concert programming, presenting nationally recognized tribute acts, regional touring artists, and community events that attract thousands of attendees each season.

Nick Standering has been with the City of Mentor for 15 years and has more than 25 years of experience in parks and recreation. One of the highlights of his career has been creating the Mentor Rocks concert series, which has grown into the City of Mentor's most popular summer event.

Nick earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Recreation Management from the University of Toledo. He currently lives in Painesville Township, Ohio, with his wife, Karyn, and two sons, Trevor and Cooper. When he’s not at work, Nick enjoys coaching his boys in all their sports.

Justin Gollin is the City of Painesville Recreation Supervisor. He has been with the City of Painesville 5 years after serving the City of Kirtland for 18 years. Justin has been involved in everything from scheduling and planning to setup and maintenance. Gollin is a certified playground safety inspector and his duties with Painesville include managing summer camps, farmers markets and seasonal events.

Kevin Cindric (Mentor Rocks)

This session is ideal for presenters, with valuable behind-the-scenes insight for artists and agents on how seasons are booked.

Fitton Center, Vista Room, 3rd floor

Awards Ceremony & Annual Meeting with Sponsored Artist Showcase

Fitton Center, Theater, 1st floor

Join OAPN for our annual Awards Ceremony and Meeting as we recognize outstanding achievement in the field—honoring an agent, artist, and presenter for their impact and excellence. Hear brief organizational updates from Executive Director Jessica Rosenblatt, Board President Erin Miller, and Treasurer Aulbrie Kitson, including a look ahead to 2027.

The program includes a must-see, 15-minute sponsored showcase by David Lee, Lake Erie Illusions.

Light refreshments provided & sponsored by Ohio Contemporary Ballet

Juried Showcases, Day 3

Fitton Center | Theater, 1st floor

View the line-up HERE.

Exhibit Hall

Fitton Center | Ballroom, 3rd floor

Presenters Only Block Booking Session

All presenters are welcome to attend this block booking session

Fitton Center, Vista Room, 3rd floor

Closing Night Party

Marriott Hotel, Riverview Reception

End the conference on a high note at a closing night party you won’t want to miss. Enjoy food, drinks, and OAPN’s signature not-your-average karaoke—where attendees take the stage and the extraordinary talent steals the show.

Set in the Marriott’s Riverview Reception space, the evening flows between indoor and outdoor settings with fire pits, waterfront views, and a lively ballroom perfect for dancing, mingling, and celebrating together.