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FROM THE PRESIDENT
Nitin Sawhney
Throughout my career, I have been inspired by
my colleagues who are driven to serve others.
It’s from helping others that they find their greatest motivation and joy. As
I reflect on my time at APAP before I step down in April, it is the indelible impression they have made on me that has put service at the center of my daily work.
Because much of my work has been behind the scenes of the performing arts, I understand that our contributions to this broad
and diverse field are critical – and often invisible. My role models are those who humbly recognize that
it’s a privilege to serve and that service is its own reward. Giving to others, often without the thanks or acknowledgment or applause that accompanies many arts professionals in their work, is a gift in itself. Service nourishes the soul. One mentor taught me that I should try to do at least two good turns each day, without recognition. I try to follow this advice.
Another trait of those whom I admire is that they never lose sight that we are all part of achieving greater goals for the arts, and we are, each one of us, instrumental in that work. These individuals recognize that no matter what our role on a team,
or whether we have been doing the work for many decades or are at the beginning of our career path, we all have value.
In my ideal world, I would exit my current position with grace and humility for having been given such a privileged leadership role in the arts. Also, in this world, I would have the opportunity to continue to serve and to share any knowledge and/
or experience I have with future or current leaders. That’s the dream.
I am so deeply grateful for all
that has led me to this point. I have great colleagues, lifelong friends, and a loving partner of 29 years, all who have supported me in every step of my professional life. Most importantly, I’ve been guided along my career
path by mentors who believed in me, which in turn allowed me to believe in myself. Many of them know who they are, and some will never know the impact they’ve had. If I can give back just a fraction of that, I would be very, very happy.
Thank you for this time at APAP.
Mario Garcia Durham, PRESIDENT & CEO
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