Elysian (McNiff) Koglmeier

Elysian (McNiff) Koglmeier has a diverse work experience in the arts, education, and technology industries. In 2017, they became the Head of Growth at Artwork Archive, a consultant for Educational and Creative Content Creation & Strategy, and a Yoga Instructor. From 2016-2017, they were a Client Success Manager at LearnUp, which was acquired by Manpower Group (NYSE:MAN). From 2013-2017, they were a Manager of Partnerships and Acquisitions Editor, Painting, Drawing & Photo at Craftsy, which was acquired by NBCUniversal in 2017. In 2012, they were a Contributing Writer at Art New England and a Program Coordinator, Public Art & Creative Communities at the New England Foundation for the Arts. In 2010-2011, they were a Curator and Gallery Coordinator at Granoff Creative Arts Center, Brown University, a Researcher at HULUCulture, a Research Consultant at Somerville Arts Council, and an Intern for the Director of Public Art and Grants at the Rhode Island State Council On the Arts.

Elysian (McNiff) Koglmeier has an extensive educational background. In 2010, they completed a Masters in Public Humanities from Brown University. Prior to that, they obtained a BA in History from Middlebury College in 2008. In 2006, they participated in the Denmark International Study Program, focusing on European Culture and History. In addition, Elysian has obtained several certifications, including a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training from Yoga Alliance in April 2017, an AIARE Avalanche Level One from AIARE- American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education in January 2017, a Track and Field Coaching Level 1 from USA Track and Field in July 2008, and a US Sailing Level 1 Instructor from United States Sailing Association in March 2006.