Regan Byrne

Regan Byrne is an accomplished arts administrator with extensive experience in management, marketing, and public relations within the performing arts sector. Currently serving as the Executive Director at The Forbes Center for the Performing Arts at James Madison University since April 2010, Regan oversees daily operations and coordinates over 300 live events annually. As the owner of Regan Byrne & Associates, a marketing consultancy established in August 2009, Regan develops integrated communication plans for diverse clients including non-profits and entertainment organizations. Previous roles include Director of Marketing and Community Relations for Key Brand Entertainment, Director of Public Relations and Marketing for Boston Ballet, and Director of Communications for Arena Stage, among others. Regan holds a B.A. in Social Science from UC Santa Barbara and an M.F.A. in Arts Administration from UCLA.