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March 30, 2021 43 mins

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Theresa Smith-Levin is an opera singer and voice teacher who attended the University of Central Florida and University of Miami to study music and vocal performance. She wanted to have a career in the arts, when one day she woke up and realized that there was a need she could fulfill with her skills.

Her love of the arts led her to found the non-profit organization, Central Florida Vocal Arts. This organization is dedicated to re-imagining the future of vocal arts by  providing the highest quality training to young artists and  opportunities to emerging and professional artists of all ages. Their goal is to use the arts to create tangible social good in our community.

Topics of conversation in this episode:

1. Why Theresa decided to have a career in the arts.
2. What led her to found her non-profit.
3. Running a non-profit as a business
4. Female and Male representation in non-profits
5. Challenges in running a non-profit
6. Stories of success
7. Advice to others on making a difference

Article:
Non-profit Leadership - Gender Gap

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