Micah O'Donnell
Truro,NS
Summary
Pronouns: he/him
Preferred name: Marshall Feit
Professional program design and management expert with extensive experience in implementing and overseeing successful projects. Adept at fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing needs to achieve strategic goals. Skilled in audience engagement, adherence to best practices and trends, project planning, and resource allocation. Reliable, results-driven, and prepared to make significant impact in this role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Marigold Cultural Centre
06.2023 - Current
- Lead day-to-day management of staff, programming, and operations at a 200-seat performing arts centre.
- Develop and implement business and strategic plans; steward $1M+ endowment fund.
- Strengthen community and government partnerships, securing over $300K in grant funding.
- Oversaw sustained increases in operating revenue and 13% reduction in expenses within two years.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Championed diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the organization to create a more inclusive work environment.
- Promote rural economic development through arts programming, marketing, and long-term cultural projects.
Founder & Editor
Folly House Press
04.2021 - 02.2025
- Established and manage an independent press supporting emerging authors.
- Provide editorial direction, manuscript development, and funding strategy.
Creative & Festival Director
Grace Arts Centre, TataFest, Ice House Gallery
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Directed annual TataFest Music Festival including performances, programs, and exhibitions
- Oversaw Ice House Gallery operations, exhibitions, and Artist Residency Program.
- Monitored industry trends to keep creative materials fresh and engaging.
Founder & Partner
Eisner/Feit
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Delivered curation and consulting services to creative non-profits.
- Organized exhibitions of Nova Scotia artists across Atlantic Canada.
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Train Station Inn
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Founded new outdoor music venue that continues to host 30+ performances annually.
Event Organizer
Kingsbrae Garden Café & Savour Fine Dining
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Coordinated weddings, theatre, and cultural programming; managed staff of 26.
- Supported arts residency (KIRA) and gallery operations.
Social Media Publicist
Goose Lane Editions
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Developed and executed marketing campaigns for 50+ authors annually.
- Coordinated national book tours, media outreach, and sales promotion.
- Wrote press materials and delivered presentations to media representatives.
- Designed and created campaign e-mail invitations, articles and marketing videos.
- Collaborated with media representatives to optimize coverage of special events.
Managing Editor
Qwerty Magazine
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Directed editorial team; published biannual literary journal.
Education
Certificate - Contemporary Cultural Management
University of New Brunswick
01.2023
Certificate - Endowment Building & Fundraising
Community Foundation of Nova Scotia
01.2024
Master of Arts - English (non-thesis)
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB06-2015
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB06-2013
Skills
- Community engagement
- Program management & leadership
- Project management
- Budgeting and financial management
- Staff management
- Compliance and regulations
Community Service
- Lil Sis, Board Member, Halifax/Toronto, 2024, Present, Support fundraising and strategic planning for programs mentoring Black and queer youth in music careers.
- Debut Atlantic, Board Member, Halifax, NS, 2022, Present, Advise on programming, budgeting, and special projects for Atlantic Canada’s premier classical music organization.
- APA Contact East Selection Committee, Committee Member, Halifax, NS, 2022, 2023, Selected showcase and pitch participants for national performing arts conference.
- Creative Nova Scotia Leadership Council, Appointed Member, 2021, Present, Advise Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism & Heritage on arts funding and policy.
- Oddfellows, Volunteer & Community Organizer, Tatamagouche, NS, 2019, Present, Organize weekly community meals, youth cooking classes, and local volunteer initiatives.
Timeline
Executive Director
Marigold Cultural Centre
06.2023 - Current
Founder & Editor
Folly House Press
04.2021 - 02.2025
Founder & Partner
Eisner/Feit
12.2020 - 01.2023
Creative & Festival Director
Grace Arts Centre, TataFest, Ice House Gallery
09.2019 - 06.2023
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Train Station Inn
04.2019 - 10.2019
Event Organizer
Kingsbrae Garden Café & Savour Fine Dining
01.2016 - 01.2017
Managing Editor
Qwerty Magazine
01.2013 - 01.2015
Social Media Publicist
Goose Lane Editions
01.2012 - 01.2016
Certificate - Endowment Building & Fundraising
Community Foundation of Nova Scotia
Certificate - Contemporary Cultural Management
University of New Brunswick
Master of Arts - English (non-thesis)
University of New Brunswick
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of New Brunswick
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