Gene Dobbs Bradford

Gene Dobbs Bradford, MBA, is an accomplished arts administrator with extensive experience in organizational leadership and fundraising within the arts sector. Currently serving as the Executive Director of the Savannah Music Festival since February 2022, Bradford demonstrates a clear artistic vision and passion for diverse musical genres. Previously, Bradford held leadership roles as Director of the MFA in Arts Management and Leadership at Webster University from August 2014 to May 2022 and as President & CEO of Jazz St. Louis from February 1999 to February 2022. Earlier experience includes the position of Director of Operations at the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra from 1994 to 1999. Bradford earned an MBA from Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School and a Bachelor of Music in Double Bass Performance from the Eastman School of Music.