Emily Dunnack appointed Director of Learning and Engagement

Emily Dunnack is the new Director of Learning and Engagement at the New Britain Museum of American Art. MS&R Senior Search Consultant Lora Urbanelli led the national search. Dunnack joined the leadership team at New Britain in December 2023.

Dr. Jiyeon Kim appointed Curator of Korean Art

Dr. Jiyeon Kim is the Curator of Korean Art, a term position generously funded at PEM by the National Museum of Korea. In this role, Kim will develop PEM’s new Korean art gallery, set to open in 2025. MS&R Senior Search Consultant Connie Rosemont assisted PEM with this search.

Dr. Devorah Romanek named Chief of Exhibits and Interpretive Services

After a national search led by MS&R senior search consultant Ida Tomlin, the Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) has appointed Dr. Devorah Romanek as MOHAI’s Chief of Exhibits and Interpretive Services. Romanek began work at MOHAI on May 8.

Carlos Ortega appointed Chief Curator

The Museum of Ventura County (MVC) has appointed Carlos Ortega as Chief Curator. The nationwide search was led by MS&R senior search consultant, Suzanne Tan.

Brandie Macdonald appointed Executive Director

After a national search led by MS&R senior search consultant Suzanne Tan, Indiana University has named Brandie Macdonald Director of the Indiana University Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.

Stephanie Mayer Heydt, PhD, appointed Director of Collections and Exhibitions

Dr. Stephanie Mayer Heydt has been selected as the first Director of Collections and Exhibitions at the New Britain Museum of American Art. MS&R Senior Search Consultant Lora Urbanelli led the national search.