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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Kathleen Carr

Kathleen Carr is an award winning painter, graphic designer & illustrator. She is the founder of the Catholic Art Institute.
 

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Barbara Nicolosi Phd.

Award-winning writer, commercial screenwriter, internationally sought after public-speaker and communications consultant with significant experience in the non-profit sector.  University professor of screenwriting, cinema, Great Books and theology of art.  

 

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Mark Nowakowski

Mark Nowakowski is a composer Professor of  Music Technology and Music Production at Kent State University.

OFFICERS

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Killian Beeler


Killian Beeler is the founder of Faithful Catholic Fundraising, a guest lecturer for
the Busch School of Business’s Church Management program at CUA, a champion of Catholic liberal education, and a lover of great art.

 

For nearly a decade, Killian has served parishes, dioceses, schools, and other ministries combining a passion for the Church with expertise in relationship management, organizational development, executive coaching, and community engagement. He is a
co-founder of the Stabat Mater Foundation, a Catholic nonprofit in support of artists, and he also serves as Deputy Grand Knight for his local Knights of Columbus Council.


He and his wife, Selena, are both proud alumni of the University of Dallas (UD), the Catholic University for Independent Thinkers, and he currently sits on UD’s National Alumni Board.

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Chris Easterly


Chris Easterly is a screenwriter and independent filmmaker. A graduate of the prestigious Warner Brothers Television Writers Program, he has written for Fox, Cartoon Network, NBC, Hallmark Channel, and others. Represented by Bauman Management in Los Angeles, he is a member of the Writers Guild of America.

Chris wrote the books The Catholic Runner (Our Sunday Visitor) and Falling Forward: A Man’s Memoir of Divorce, which was selected as an exclusive Amazon Kindle Single. In addition to writing and producing features and television, he has also written documentaries, including the acclaimed 2020 film Carl Lutz: Dangerous Diplomacy. His feature directorial debut, Devil’s Hollow, was an official selection of the SOHO International Film Festival and the Golden State Film Festival, and was released in May 2023. He holds a Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting from Asbury University. Chris is an assistant professor in the Media and Visual Arts Department at Regent University.

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Madeline McCoy

Madeline McCoy brings nearly a decade of invaluable experience in the realm of Catholic nonprofits to the Board of Directors at the Catholic Arts Institute. With a deep passion for both the arts and Catholicism, she is poised to make a significant impact in her role.

 

Madeline's journey in the arts began with her studies in Music Performance at Kennesaw State University, where she honed her skills and developed a profound appreciation for the transformative power of artistic expression. Eager to further enrich her studies, she continued her education at the prestigious Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University-Bloomington.

 

Driven by her desire to make a difference in the nonprofit sector, Madeline pursued an Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership from the esteemed Harvard Kennedy School. This program equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of effective leadership strategies and a broader perspective on organizational management.

 

As the Founder and President of The Nonprofit Solution, Madeline has consistently demonstrated her commitment to empowering Catholic organizations and ensuring their long-term success. With her strategic acumen and exceptional fundraising abilities, she has played a pivotal role in raising over $200 million dollars for nonprofits, facilitating their growth and impact.

 

Her expertise in strategic planning, fundraising, and community engagement has proven instrumental in numerous ventures, garnering her recognition as a respected leader in the field.

 

With a genuine enthusiasm for the arts and a profound devotion to the Catholic faith, Madeline is thrilled to lend her expertise to the Catholic Arts Institute. Her collaborative approach and visionary thinking will undoubtedly contribute to the institute's mission of promoting artistic excellence rooted in Catholic values.

MAILING ADDRESS

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501 Union Street

Suite 400

Nashville, TN 37219

SPIRITUAL HOME

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St. John Cantius

Parish  Hall

825 N. Carpenter St.

Chicago, IL 60642

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CONTACT

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Email: contact@catholicartinstitute.org

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