Dawn Bentley

Dawn Bentley, MBA / MNM, CSM, serves as the Executive Director of the Minnesota Fringe Festival, overseeing the management and execution of the annual performing arts festival while fostering relationships within the arts community and local businesses. Bentley has extensive experience in nonprofit financial management as an adjunct faculty member at both the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State University, Mankato. As the proprietor of Dawn Bentley d/b/a Girl Friday, expertise includes business development, financial management, and strategic marketing. Additional leadership roles include Managing Director at Mixed Blood Theatre Company and Executive Director at Art Shanty Projects, coupled with experience in business development at Northern Lights.mn. Educational qualifications include an MBA in International Marketing and a Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Management from Hamline University, along with a Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology and Secondary Science Education.