James O'Connor

James O'Connor is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in arts, sponsorship, and education. Currently serving as Vice President of Partnerships at A&C Inc. since June 2009, James specializes in creating immersive sponsor partnerships across various sectors, collaborating with notable clients such as Art Toronto and the City of Toronto. Additionally, James is an Education Committee Member for the Sponsorship Marketing Council Canada and teaches ballet at Canada's National Ballet School. Past roles include Manager of Corporate Sponsorships for the AIDS Committee of Toronto and Business Development at Harbourfront Centre. With a background as a dancer for the National Ballet of Canada and Boston Ballet, education at prestigious institutions like the School of American Ballet, and a tenure on the Board of Directors for the Art of Time Ensemble, James O'Connor's expertise spans the intersection of performing arts and corporate partnerships.