SARASOTA, FLA.- The Ringling announces the appointment of Michelle Moseley as senior development officer, working with the Florida State University Foundation team. In this role, Moseley will work with individual donors who wish to provide major gifts in support of the museum, sponsorships for exhibitions and programming as well as overseeing the Annual Fund.
“The Ringling is built on a rich legacy and has an extremely exciting future. I am thrilled to be supporting its mission with such a great team of people,” said Moseley.
Moseley not only brings expertise in major gift fundraising but also a passion and strong knowledge of the arts and museums to The Ringling. She holds a BFA in studio art and a master’s degree in education with an emphasis in art from the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO.) In 2007, Moseley received an award from the African American Faculty and Staff Association for her role in the completion of the first and only African American mural on UCO’s campus.
After completion of her graduate degree, Moseley became a Romare Bearden Graduate Minority Fellow at the Saint Louis Art Museum, gaining experience in development, curatorial, education and public programming. She went on to work as the museum educator at the Tampa Museum of Art, overseeing all education and public programs for the institution. Most recently, Moseley worked as the manager of development for the College of Education and Professional Studies at the University of Central Oklahoma. In May 2017, she will graduate with a second master’s degree in museum studies from the University of Oklahoma.
A member of several organizations, Moseley has also served on the boards for the Edmond Historical Society and Museum and the Oklahoma City Museum of Art Moderns.
“Michelle’s deep understanding of the museum world and enthusiasm for the arts will truly resonate with our donors. Her experience will help advance The Ringling’s initiatives and programming. She is an excellent addition to our team,” said Anna E. von Gehr, senior director for development.
The Ringling is a center for art, history, and learning situated on 66 acres on Sarasota Bay. It is built on the remarkable legacy of circus entrepreneur, collector of art and financier John Ringling and his wife Mable.
The Ringling inspires visitors with an acclaimed collection of Old Master paintings, explores with them the diverse cultures and art of Asia, delights them with the story of the American circus and transports them to the Roaring Twenties during a tour of the magnificent Ca’ d’Zan mansion.
The Ringling is also committed to exhibiting the work of an emerging community of living artists that moves beyond traditional practice and features dynamic and engaging contemporary visual and performing arts, including a diverse roster of theater, music and dance.
