Meet the Team

Meet the dedicated staff behind the Arts and Education Council's ongoing support of St. Louis's artistic and cultural community. These talented individuals are passionate about the arts and the role we all play in creating and sustaining vibrant communities.

Cynthia Prost

President & CEO

Kate Francis

Vice President of Development

Debbie Akins

Financial Accountant

Cynthia P. Davis

Director of Grants and Programs

Jessie Youngblood

Director of Development

Jessica Kilmade

Office Manager/Executive Support

Andie Murphy

Marketing Manager

Rhiannon Chavez

Campaign and Events Manager

Tonya Hahne

Database and Online Giving Manager

Jessireé Jenkins

Grants and Programs Coordinator

Jessica Caldwell

Development Coordinator