Our Team

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Co-Executive Director, Programming 

Emma Wallace is an arts administrator and scheduling pro who thrives at the intersection of people, events, and art. Powered by coffee and calendars, when she's not at OAC she's organizing community events, exploring the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, or continuing her search for the best gluten-free food in Portland.

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Emma Wallace

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Co-Executive Director, Operations

Julian Blank is a Portland State University alum and fourth-generation photographer who serves as the Registrar and Marketing Manager, bringing over a decade of arts nonprofit experience to the team. Drawing inspiration from his Oregon roots, he blends creative storytelling with technical expertise to manage and build functional digital spaces that help the organization and its artists shine.

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Julian Blank