The Flynn, a member-supported nonprofit in Burlington that engages, entertains and enriches Vermont through the performing arts, announced it has hired Matt Rogers and Kevin Sweeney to be its directors of programming and marketing, respectively.
“Kevin and Matt truly understand and respect the excitement, challenges and joys of working in the arts, and together they bring over 25 years of experience to our leadership team,” said Jay Wahl, executive director of the Flynn. “They share the Flynn’s vision of a performing arts organization that serves all of Vermont’s communities both inside the theater and outside. They understand the importance of the education we provide as well as the entertainment, and they recognize the significance of our membership community, which we will all work to engage and grow.”
Rogers was most recently director of festivals and special events at Higher Ground in Burlington. He oversaw all aspects of the company’s festivals and special events, focusing on improving existing models and developing new business opportunities.
Sweeney comes to the Flynn from Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo, NY, where he served as director of marketing and communications. He was previously director of marketing at Geva Theatre Center in Rochester, NY, a venue whose success he has played a lead role in building.