Andre Kimo Stone Guess

Andre Kimo Stone Guess is an accomplished leader in the arts and cultural sector, currently serving as President and CEO of the Fund for the Arts since July 2021, where responsibilities include working with stakeholders to enhance the resiliency and sustainability of arts organizations while promoting equity, inclusion, and access. As President and CEO of GuessWorks since 2006, Guess assists individual artists and cultural institutions in reaching their full potential through management and consulting services. A freelance writer since 1993, Guess has contributed cultural critiques to noted publications such as The Courier-Journal and USA Today. Previous positions include President and CEO of the August Wilson Center for African American Culture and Vice President and Producer at Jazz at Lincoln Center, showcasing a diverse background in leadership roles within significant cultural organizations. Guess also holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Louisville.