{"id":99673,"date":"2020-12-21T08:35:28","date_gmt":"2020-12-21T13:35:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webapp2.wright.edu\/web1\/newsroom\/?p=99673"},"modified":"2022-09-28T11:03:11","modified_gmt":"2022-09-28T15:03:11","slug":"supporting-our-shining-stars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/webapp2.wright.edu\/web1\/newsroom\/2020\/12\/21\/supporting-our-shining-stars\/","title":{"rendered":"Supporting our shining stars"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Andy Kaiser ’91, chief financial officer for Cincinnati Bell, and Nick Warrington, director of events and community engagement for Wright State\u2019s College of Liberal Arts.<\/p><\/div>\n

Cincinnati Bell will be the presenting sponsor for Wright State University\u2019s 22nd annual ArtsGala<\/a> on April 17, 2021.<\/p>\n

One of the premier arts events in the Dayton region, ArtsGala showcases the talent of students in Wright State\u2019s theatre, dance, art, music and motion pictures programs. Since its inception, ArtsGala has raised more than $3 million for student scholarships in the fine and performing arts.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are pleased to welcome Cincinnati Bell as our new presenting sponsor for ArtsGala,\u201d said Nick Warrington, director of events and community engagement for Wright State\u2019s College of Liberal Arts<\/a>. \u201cCincinnati Bell is a longtime supporter of the arts in the Cincinnati region. We are honored that they have chosen to partner with Wright State as they further expand their services in the Dayton market.\u201d<\/p>\n

Andy Kaiser, chief financial officer for Cincinnati Bell, said the Dayton region is an important part of the company\u2019s growth strategy and philanthropic endeavors.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen Cincinnati Bell invests in a community, we don\u2019t just focus on providing technology services to consumers and businesses. We also enthusiastically support organizations that make the community special and enhance its quality of life,\u201d Kaiser said. \u201cWe have a longstanding tradition of supporting arts organizations, and Wright State\u2019s programs play a critical role in the Dayton fine arts ecosystem. We are thrilled to be a sponsor.\u201d<\/p>\n

For Cincinnati Bell, world-class arts programs \u2014 like those at Wright State \u2014 are essential to attracting and retaining talent.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe arts are so important both from a quality-of-life and an economic development perspective. We know that a strong arts community is a key factor when companies are considering where to expand or relocate,\u201d said Kaiser. \u201cUltimately, the arts are critical to creating a healthy Dayton and a healthy Cincinnati \u2014 and that\u2019s important to a healthy Cincinnati Bell.\u201d<\/p>\n

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the annual ArtsGala attracted more than 800 patrons to Wright State\u2019s Creative Arts Center for an unforgettable night of live performances in dance, opera, classical music, jazz and the best of Broadway. Themed dining rooms, student films and a silent auction would round out the evening.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile it is our greatest hope to offer an in-person event in 2021, we are exploring all of our options in light of the current pandemic,\u201d said Warrington. \u201cOur ArtsGala host committee is working closely with Cincinnati Bell and our other sponsors to plan a memorable evening that will continue to showcase the outstanding talents of our students in the fine and performing arts.\u201d<\/p>\n

Regardless of the event\u2019s format in 2021, Cincinnati Bell is most looking forward to supporting Wright State\u2019s rising stars of tomorrow.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019ve all heard stories about the shy kid who gets engaged in the arts and realizes a hidden talent that transforms his or her life. Outstanding arts programs \u2014 like those offered at Wright State \u2014 welcome these young students and offer them the opportunity to turn a passion into a career,\u201d said Kaiser. \u201cThis creates a funnel of artists who will keep our community arts organizations vibrant and relevant well into the future. On a personal note, I grew up in Beavercreek and received a bachelor\u2019s degree in business from Wright State University, so the entire Dayton area holds a very special place in my heart. As such, I could not be more excited about supporting and growing with such a vibrant community.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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