Amanda Paulsen
Senior Consultant
Amanda brings over a decade of knowledge in nonprofit arts management and cultural planning to clients. Since 2012, she has worked as a consultant, researcher, and administrator for museum-planning projects throughout the U.S. to develop innovative business, strategic, and master plans. In both analytical and project management roles, her focus on market research, stakeholder engagement, and financial analysis is key to devising creative and sustainable operating strategies.
Professional Experience
At AK Cultural Planning for over 8 years, Amanda’s portfolio includes strategy and financial modeling for the new Studio Museum in Harlem. She has also worked with Storm King Art Center and Oklahoma Contemporary, developing attendance projections and long-term financial modeling that informed long-term decision making. While working at Lord Cultural Resources, Amanda conducted research and developed unique solutions for cultural institutions such as the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs and State Historical Museum; the Lincoln Theater in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania; The Hammer Museum at UCLA; and Coastal Main Botanical Gardens.
Prior to consulting, Amanda served as a project manager and arts administrator at several nonprofit arts organizations in New York City including the Heart of Brooklyn - a collaborative initiative led by the Brooklyn Museum. While completing her graduate studies at NYU, Amanda was granted a fellowship with the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council’s artist in residency program.
Education
MA Public Administration, New York University, Wagner School of Public Service
Bachelor of Arts in Business, Quinnipiac University
Selected AKCP Projects
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Hispanic Society, American LGBTQ+ Museum, Studio Museum in Harlem, Storm King Art Center, Oklahoma Contemporary, National Audubon Society, Barnes Foundation/Calder Gardens, Rockwell Museum, Banco de la República (Colombia)