We invite you to see what we see. There are so many ways you can help us bring high quality arts-based education to our students. Whether you are looking to volunteer, donate, or attend one of our many events, we are happy to welcome you to the TSA family.
Meet Our Development Team
Dave Gierke
Development Director
dgierke@ts4arts.org | (419) 246-8732 x223
Dave Gierke was one of the original teachers at TSA and began his
professional fundraising career in 2002. In addition to raising
significant funds annually to keep the school afloat, he has also
directed special projects and two major capital campaigns for
Technology, Arts & Industry (TAI) and The Next Big Thing (NBT).
Dave has a Master’s degree in Education and holds a Certificate in
Fund Raising Management from the Indiana University's Fundraising
School. He has been a member of the Northwest Ohio Chapter of
Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) since 2009 and
was named the NW Ohio Fundraising Professional of the Year in
2017.
Professional of the Year in 2017.
Bethany Urbanski Fry
Business Development Manager
burbanski@ts4arts.org | (419) 246-8732 x256
Bethany (class of 2004) was the first Alumna to be hired at Toledo
School for the Arts and has been a part of the Development Team
since 2008. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Dance from Point Park
University and has an extensive dance and theatre background,
currently teaching for Company C Dance Club. Bethany manages the
Development Department, oversees the data management and
coordinates several TSA fundraisers and events. She is also the
booking agent for TSA performing groups.
Kim Buehler
Development Officer
kbuehler@ts4arts.org | (419) 246-8732 x221
Kim Buehler joined the Development Team at TSA in June of 2018
after serving as a voice instructor here for many years. Kim holds
both Master of Voice and Bachelor of Education degrees from the
University of Toledo. She has extensive experience in non-profit arts
organizations and served as Executive Director of the Toledo Jazz
Society for several years. She has valuable experience with event
management, volunteer management, grant-writing and donor
cultivation.
JESS BEHLMER WORLEY
CLASS OF 2009 ALUMNI RELATIONS/DEVELOPMENT AGENT
jworley@ts4arts.org | (419) 246-8732 x257
Jess is a proud TSA Alum (class of 2009) and served on the TSA
International Alumni Association from its inception in 2019. She
gained valuable knowledge and skills in stewardship and event
management during her time in the Owens Community College
Foundation and Fund Development office. Jess hopes to further
nurture and expand the connections between TSA Alumni, current
students, and the school. She is proof that you can always return
home to the TSA Family.
Max Kachenmeister
Portal Manager
mkachenmeister@ts4arts.org | (419) 461-5578
Max is a proud native of the area. Max's career path led him to the
role of Visual Merchandising Manager at Pottery Barn, where he
honed his skills in retail management and merchandising.
With a wealth of experience, Max brings a refined understanding of
brand development and a proven track record in enhancing product
sales. Currently serving as the Portal Manager, he plays a pivotal
role in advancing our Arts Entrepreneurship mission. In this
capacity, Max oversees the operations of our ShopTSA store, Porter
Gallery, and Black Box Theater, contributing significantly to the
integration of our artistic endeavors and entrepreneurial initiatives.
Grace Parr
Arts Entrepreneurship
gparr@ts4arts.org | (567) 395-9096
Grace is a proud TSA Alum (class of 2013) and has worked with
ArtForce before. She is a multi-talented artist who owns her own
handmade jewelry company called Livie & Grace. Grace earned her
BFA in Visual Arts from the University of Toledo and is excited to not
only be the Arts Entrepreneurship Manager but also teach glass
Elizabeth Emmert
Development Consultant
eemmert@sbcglobal.net | (419) 367-0083
Elizabeth is a Founding Board Member of Toledo School for the Arts.
She earned both a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre and
a Juris Doctor from Southern Methodist University. She also holds a
Certificate in Nonprofit Management from the Center for Nonprofit
Resources in Toledo. Since 1980, she has worked in a number of non
profit arts organizations in Toledo and Cleveland, in special events
coordination, public relations, and development. A member of the
Northwest Ohio Chapter of the Association of Fundraising
Professionals (AFP) since 2006, Elizabeth currently serves as
Development Consultant for TSA.