Board members collaborate with SAE staff as community ambassadors, while also developing connections to and cultivating relationships with potential new donors. Board members provide mission aligned annual financial contributions, serve on various committees, provide in-kind donations and actively support the dynamic programs and creativity of The SAE.

Officers

Mr. Edward Tessier, Founding President
Co-Founder of The School of Arts + Enterprise
Parent, The School of Arts + Enterprise

Mr. Alex Nigian, 1st Vice President

Ms. Maria Alejo, Chief Financial Officer/Secretary

Directors

Ms. Linda Bisesti

Mr. Joe Frage

Mr. Eddie Stephens

Emeritus Members

The School of Arts + Enterprise Foundation recognizes a group of former members of The SAE’s Governing Board, School Leadership and The Friends of The SAE organization. Without their leadership and generous support, The School of Arts + Enterprise would not have achieved its tremendous level of success. The SAE will forever be grateful for these individuals' service and vision.

Ms. Lucille H. Berger
Co-Founder of The School of Arts + Enterprise
Emeritus Executive Director of The School of Arts + Enterprise

Dr. Simeon Slovacek
Co-Founder of The School of Arts + Enterprise

Mrs. Cathy Tessier