Executive Director
Michelle Hanafiah brings over 10 years of nonprofit experience and a strong background in development.
Before joining SLO County Arts, Michelle was the Director of Philanthropy at Cuesta College where she raised funds and awareness for Cuesta Performing Arts Center and Cuesta Assistance for Student Emergencies. She also held development positions with the SLO Symphony, King’s Academy in Jordan, and United Way California Capital Region.
Michelle holds a Master of Arts in Conflict Resolution and Mediation from Tel Aviv University. When she is not advancing the arts in SLO County, you can find her doing arts and crafts with her young daughter and exploring all SLO County has to offer. One of her favorite quotes is:
“I’m going to make everything around me beautiful - that will be my life.” - Elsie de Wolfe
