Art matters because it can help us express ourselves, understand the world, and build community. Art can also be a source of joy and personal growth. Art is a way to communicate your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It can be a way to express your perspective on things. Art can be a source of joy, satisfaction, and personal growth.
Understanding the world….art can help us see the world from different perspectives. It can help us understand people, places, periods of history, and issues. Art can comfort us in grief and energize us in celebration.
Building community….art can connect people across racial and social divides. It can encourage individuals to participate and act when they see injustice. Art can bring neighbors together to share in laughter and our commonalities of being human.
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Jason R. Hughes has over 25 years of experience in operations, sales, fundraising, marketing, communications, and management within both non-profit and for-profit organizations.
His notable achievements include founding Fresh Magazine, a publication aimed at exposing 18-to-34-year-olds to Canadian arts and culture, where he served as editor and publisher. He also led the sales and marketing efforts for PrideVision/OUT TV, the world’s first LGBTQ television network, securing high-profile national advertisers such as Pepsi, Procter & Gamble, Labatt, and Nissan.
In Florida, he spearheaded the creation and management of Classical South Florida Radio, the region’s only classical radio network, overseeing four stations that reached over half a million listeners. Additionally, he worked in artist relations at Atlantic Records in New York City and as Promotions Assistant at 99-9 Virgin Radio in Toronto.
Hughes holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned several leadership awards, founded a campus-wide first aid training organization (now led by the Red Cross), and was inducted into the prestigious Order of the Old Well.
In Fort Lauderdale, where he resides, Hughes has served on various advisory boards, including the Beach Redevelopment Board and the Beach Business Improvement Board. He also spent six years on the Economic Development Advisory Board and was President of the Board of Trustees for ArtServe, one of the largest cultural organizations in Broward County.
Bio for Edward T. Zeltner III
Jennifer Gettinger, Marketing & Development Manager, was born in New York but considers herself a South Florida native. She has a long history in the non-profit industry and is invested in the growth of the community.
Besides being an ‘80s pop culture enthusiast, Jennifer enjoys advocating for the underdog, playing around her with acoustic guitar, and perfecting her cold brew. She also has a deep held belief that milk chocolate is superior to dark chocolate and that isn’t up for debate.
Jennifer managed field trips and summer camp programs at Young At Art Museum; before that she worked as a case manager at Covenant House Florida, where she focused on providing basic needs for young adults in crisis.
Jennifer holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English from Florida International University and has been working at ArtServe since 2018.
Steven E Stock
Steve E Stock has over 35 years of experience in marketing, sales, brand building, development, communications, merchandising and management within both non-profit and for-profit organizations. He was a member of the Board of Directors for ArtServe before becoming ArtServe’s Director of Development. He currently serves on three other Advisory Boards in the State of Florda, United Way’s Mission United, Florida Sea Grant and Wounded Veterans Relief Fund.
His notable achievements include working for Wayne Huizenga and the Florida Marlins in their formative years, managing 30+ contracted Airport, professional sports Stadiums & Arenas and National Park Venues for ARA Leisure Services, and working for Macy’s Department Stores as a Buyer and Divisional Merchandise Manager.
He also worked with marine wildlife artist Guy Harvey for over 18 years and significantly grew the business by managing all the licensing, event planning, vendor relations, media relations & retail sales. He was the CEO for the company for 10 years and was also responsible for the creation of the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation, a non-profit entity dedicated to funding marine wildlife conservation initiatives and fishery management projects. He successfully raised over $7M in support of the Foundation’s projects & partners.
Mr. Stock holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from the University of Florida and an Associates of Art degree from St Petersburg College.
He is a long-time resident of Broward County and currently lives in Pembroke Pines with his wife Stacie and dog Zoey. His hobbies include golf, pickleball, travel and watching the Florida Gators!
Steve E Stock has over 35 years of experience in marketing, sales, brand building, development, communications, merchandising and management within both non-profit and for-profit organizations. He was a member of the Board of Directors for ArtServe before becoming ArtServe’s Director of Development. He currently serves on three other Advisory Boards in the State of Florda, United Way’s Mission United, Florida Sea Grant and Wounded Veterans Relief Fund.
His notable achievements include working for Wayne Huizenga and the Florida Marlins in their formative years, managing 30+ contracted Airport, professional sports Stadiums & Arenas and National Park Venues for ARA Leisure Services, and working for Macy’s Department Stores as a Buyer and Divisional Merchandise Manager.
He also worked with marine wildlife artist Guy Harvey for over 18 years and significantly grew the business by managing all the licensing, event planning, vendor relations, media relations & retail sales. He was the CEO for the company for 10 years and was also responsible for the creation of the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation, a non-profit entity dedicated to funding marine wildlife conservation initiatives and fishery management projects. He successfully raised over $7M in support of the Foundation’s projects & partners.
Mr. Stock holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from the University of Florida and an Associates of Art degree from St Petersburg College.
He is a long-time resident of Broward County and currently lives in Pembroke Pines with his wife Stacie and dog Zoey. His hobbies include golf, pickleball, travel and watching the Florida Gators!