These leaders bring exceptional expertise in marketing, library services, systems-level partnerships, and philanthropy. They will play pivotal roles in helping Lifetime Arts pursue its goals to make creative aging an essential component of healthy aging nationally.
They join a passionate and dedicated board under the leadership of Board Chair Doug Wingo, ardent advocate for social change, and founder/principal of Wingo NYC. “The addition of Amy, Jamie, and Daniel marks an exciting new chapter for Lifetime Arts,” said Wingo. “Their diverse expertise and shared passion for creative aging will strengthen our ability to foster meaningful partnerships, elevate our visibility, and expand access to programs that improve the lives of older adults. We are proud to welcome them to our exceptional board of directors.”
Meet Our New Board Members:
Amy Fuller is a celebrated marketing executive and C-level advisor, known for her transformative work at leading global organizations. A member of the Marketing Hall of Fame and former Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Accenture, Amy brings over 35 years of expertise in building and elevating world-renowned brands. Her innovative strategies have driven significant business growth across industries, including consumer goods, financial services, and technology. Amy’s experience leading global teams and introducing cutting-edge marketing techniques will bolster Lifetime Arts’ efforts to increase visibility and impact. She also serves on several boards, including Encore Global and Restless Books.
Jamie Markus is the Assistant Dean of Resource Discovery & Management at the University of Wyoming Libraries. With nearly two decades of experience in the library sector, including serving as Wyoming State Librarian, Jamie is a recognized leader in advancing access to knowledge and resources. His expertise in managing collections and fostering partnerships within the library community will support Lifetime Arts’ efforts to deepen connections with cultural institutions and expand creative aging programs in libraries nationwide.
Daniel Windham is the former Arts Director at The Wallace Foundation and a staunch advocate for arts access and education. A gifted musician and nationally renowned arts leader, Daniel has an extensive background as a performer, educator, and administrator. His leadership in developing large-scale, systems-level arts initiatives and fostering partnerships across sectors will be instrumental in Lifetime Arts’ mission to integrate creative aging into broader healthy aging strategies.
“This is a moment of tremendous growth and opportunity for Lifetime Arts and the creative aging field,” said Heather Ikemire, Executive Director. “Amy, Jamie, and Daniel bring invaluable expertise that will advance our mission to establish creative aging as an essential part of all older adult programming and services. Together with our outstanding board, we are poised to deepen our impact and bolster a national movement that changes how we age through the arts.”
About Lifetime Arts
Lifetime Arts is a nationally recognized nonprofit transforming the way our society understands and experiences aging through the arts. Since 2008, we have been at the forefront of the creative aging movement—an evidence-based practice that combines arts participation with social engagement to foster healthy aging. Our team has trained over 11,000 professionals and supported the launch of more than 1,000 programs across 44 states. Together with a network of more than 6,000 partners, we are working to combat isolation, challenge ageism, and celebrate lifelong creativity. By bridging vision and action, we embed creative aging practices into public health, cultural policy, and aging services—ensuring that creativity is recognized as essential to well-being at every stage of life.
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Liza Cucco
Director of External Affairs
Lifetime Arts
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