In this episode of classically/SPEAKING, host Nicholas Clements-Lindsey sits down with John Funkhouser, Fundraising Chair of Voices/LA, to unpack how performing arts organizations begin, grow, and sustain themselves through thoughtful development strategy. Together, they explore what it really takes to turn artistic vision into institutional impact from launching a nonprofit to building donor relationships and fostering long-term community trust.

This conversation will give listeners a candid look at the intersection of creativity and sustainability where art meets operations, and inspiration meets infrastructure.