Quotes from the Community

"Kristina Young has done a fabulous job of highlighting the arts, especially in implementing Arts 2010. She is an outstanding spokesperson, and the perfect choice for Executive Director of Arts Council Napa Valley. Her work is already making the arts more visible to locals and visitors alike, bringing more business and revenue to Napa and greater satisfaction to our local artists and performers as they reach larger audiences." "With the planning and executive of Napa Valley ARTS 2010, Kristina has really shown us (the Valley) what she can and will do for the arts and culture community. The month-long celebration is a reflection of her hard work and dedication. I look forward to working with Kristina as ED." "Kristina has shown great commitment and incredible energy. As the Director she will continue to inspire the arts community." "I have found through my working relationship with Kristina that she is multi-faceted. As a partner with the Redevelopment Agency for the inaugural year of Napa ARTwalk, we discovered that not only does Kristina have amazing creative talent, she is also an excellent project manager and communicator. She stepped into her new role rather seamlessly when Michelle Williams departed, and as a result we have had the pleasure of experiencing these other traits of Kristina. She is truly a gem." "In this past year as acting Executive Director, Kristina has demonstrated her ability to lead and develop partnerships with organizations throughout Napa Valley, coordinating with local educators and government to produce programs such as ARTS 2010, ARTwalk, Napa County Reads, and Poetry Out Loud, furthering the success and development of cultural tourism. Under her leadership, we can expect to achieve our greatest successes." "Kristina was a critical partner to me during my years at Arts Council Napa Valley. Her warmth and integrity and her connection to the artists and arts community made a tremendous difference in all of our work. I know she will continue to bring her passion and her incredible commitment to ACNV and help it continue to thrive as a true community arts umbrella organization. I wish her and ACNV all the best!" "The Arts Council of Napa Valley is fortunate to have someone with Kristina's passion, commitment and deep knowledge of the community at the helm." "One of the most remarkable things about Kristina Young is her consideration of others and proven willingness to work with her staff, community and organizations. She is the definition of team work and as her employee, she continually makes me strive to do everything I can to support Arts Council Napa Valley. Because of her attentiveness, steadfastness through difficult times, generosity, and loyalty her staff has for her, I have no doubt that ACNV will continue to grow for years to come." "Kristina Young is the perfect choice for Executive Director, she has been tireless in bringing together all of the elements needed for the Napa Communities Arts and Cultural environment to truly flourish. She fully understands the diverse and interrelated interests of Napa Counties business, Arts, Governmental, and Communities as a whole." "Kristina's leadership has been instrumental in organizing many far reaching events such as NV Arts 2010 and Napa Art Walk. Her energy and passion will be key in advancing the our mission to support a thriving and diverse creative community." "Kristina Young is more than just a fantastic administrator--as demonstrated by her many years of tireless service to the Arts Council. She is a passionate leader who is deeply invested in the artistic community in the Napa Valley. She sacrifices her personal time and energy to the cause, and rejoices for every single artist among us when we succeed. By bringing us together through her generosity of spirit, she has transformed the culture community in Napa, and has put us on the map as an arts destination."

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