Men on a Mission 2022: Spencer Jansen

BEST CAREER MOMENT SO FAR
I had a donor who unexpectedly gave me two envelopes. One stated that she was contributing to the capital campaign at a substantial amount, and the second stated she was increasing her annual gift significantly. I was delightfully surprised by this because an ask was never made. It all came from the relationship we created that started from a simple “thank you.”
HOW I KNEW THIS WAS MY PASSION
My passion for the museum started when I was very young, spending time in the galleries, attending class and experiencing theater performances. I continued to expand my enthusiasm for the arts in college. Now I get to work for an organization whose mission completely aligns with my passion and beliefs. Art changes lives. 
NONPROFIT I WISH MORE PEOPLE KNEW ABOUT 
The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, obviously. There is no other museum like it in the region! Where else can you learn a new skill in our classrooms, attend a phenomenal performance and explore world-class exhibitions? AMFA is also the only museum in the state that offers an international collection and traveling exhibitions completely free!

ONE THING I WISH PEOPLE KNEW ABOUT MY COMPANY
Our Grand Opening is April 22, 2023. I encourage everyone to become a member and celebrate this milestone in our region’s cultural history.

WHAT KEEPS ME MOTIVATED
We have a building to open and a service to provide our community. I know the incredible museum we are building in MacArthur Park, and I can’t wait to share it with everyone.

IN THE DETAILS

Hometown: Little Rock
Last Local Purchase: A growler from StudDuck Brewery
Natural Talent: I can make a decent Old-Fashioned.
How I prepare on Sunday for the week ahead: I live off to-do lists, so I prepare my list for the week on Sunday evenings.
Favorite Local Dish: Fried chicken at Maddie’s Place
Hobbies: Spending quality time with my friends and family

501.396.0337
sjansen@arkmfa.org
arkmfa.org
Instagram: @arkmfa
Join us for our Grand Opening on April 22, 2023!



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