The Philadelphia Art Museum has appointed a new CEO just under three weeks after firing its former executive leader, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY.
The Museum has appointed Daniel H. Weiss as the successor to Sasha Suda.
An art historian with decades of experience, Weiss previously served as the CEO of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. During his time at the helm, he was credited with stabilizing the Met’s finances.
While he primarily handled the finances while another director oversaw its curatorial direction and programming, at the Philadelphia Art Museum, Weiss will be in charge of all components of its museum operations.
“It is a privilege and an honor to serve during this important moment,” Weiss said in a statement. “I look forward to working with the Board, staff, and stakeholders to ensure the art museum continues its vital mission and advances its strategic priorities.”
Art Museum board chair Ellen Caplan praised Weiss’ track record as a leader. She added that his track record made him “ideally suited to provide stability and strategic direction during this critical period for the art museum.”
Weiss will officially begin his new role at CEO of the Philadelphia Museum of Art on Monday, December 1.
Read more about the Philadelphia Art Museum’s choose as its newest leader at WHYY.
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