Kemi Ilesanmi

Kemi Ilesanmi is a cultural strategist, coach, and connector with over 25yrs of experience in the arts sector as executive leader, foundation officer, and museum curator. From 2012-202, she served as founding executive director for The Laundromat Project, a community-based arts organization. Under her leadership, The LP grew its staff, budget & impact tenfold. Prior to joining The LP, Kemi worked at Creative Capital Foundation and the Walker Art Center in curatorial and programming roles. She serves on the boards of the Brooklyn Museum of Art and Joan Mitchell Foundation. She has been recognized and honored by the Metropolitan Museum and Brooklyn Magazine, among others. She is a graduate of Smith College and NYU.