Strategically Strengthening Arts Management, Inc. (SSAM) provides professional management and administrative technical assistance, support and skill development to artists, arts, cultural and community-based non-profit organizations. Strategically Strengthening Arts Management, Inc. integrates sound business management practices with creativity to produce viable and sustainable artists and nonprofit organizations. Services are contracted on a sliding fee basis to enable even the smallest organization to participate in our programs. 

SSAM will provide a global perspective and approach designed to give artists and nonprofit organizations and leaders, the skill sets, business practices and structures, that will contribute towards successful operations that can thrive within the cultural and nonprofit industry. 

SSAM consultants are international, experienced practitioners with tested skills in their respective professions. To provide the most comprehensive approach to your organization’s issues, SSAM consultants are configured in teams to strategically provide an individualized approach to your needs. SSAM’s technical assistance strategies in business are tried and proven with high degrees of success. Drawn from the private and public sectors, SA & A consultants come from top businesses, foundations, nonprofit and government organizations in the United States and Europe. 

Service Areas

Legal and Governance – providing clear direction in drafting and re-drafting the legal documents that govern your organization’s operations. This helps you to improve management, administration and the governance processes and understand the applicable federal and local laws of the jurisdiction in which you are situated.

Business Development and Enhancement – providing technical assistance and training to businesses in business and strategic planning, grants and proposal writing, fundraising, marketing and public relations, summary and evaluation.

Fiscal Operations and Management – development of fiscal and accounting operations that complement and sustain the organization in accord with government and professional standards of financial management.

Human Resources – Addressing the recruitment, development and training of staff and volunteer personnel in several areas including leadership, ethics, cultural diversity, local and federal civil rights and employment laws.

Community Education and Outreach – Evolving program information developed through community town meetings, panel discussions, charettes and other effective techniques designed to promote community feedback and interaction.

Technology – development and implementation of technology plans, internet techniques and resources to effectively support the operations of the organization.