Graham Fandrei

Graham Fandrei currently serves as Chief Development Officer at Persad Center since May 2024, previously holding a position at Pittsburgh Cultural Trust as a Major Gifts/Planned Giving Officer from January 2019 to May 2024, where significant contributions included managing a portfolio of high-value donors and developing a comprehensive major gift program. Earlier experience includes roles such as Interim Executive Director for Bach Choir of Pittsburgh and Executive Director of Magic City Opera, showcasing expertise in organizational advancement and strategic partnerships, as well as successful fundraising initiatives. Graham has a strong foundation in arts programming and venue management, paired with a comprehensive educational background in music and business administration from esteemed institutions like New England Conservatory of Music, The Juilliard School, and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.