Gateways Music Festival Welcomes Vice President & Chief Development Officer

Gateways Music Festival in association with Eastman School of Music, at the University of Rochester, has appointed Jaye Lopez Van Soest to the organization’s new position of Vice President & Chief Development Officer. With her appointment, Ms. Lopez Van Soest becomes Gateways’ first full-time fundraising professional. She will be responsible for the festival’s individual and institutional fundraising programs.

Lee Koonce, Gateways’ President & Artistic Director, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Jaye to the Gateways family. She brings a wealth of experience and has a demonstrated commitment to supporting and bringing underrepresented communities to the forefront.”

Ms. Lopez Van Soest officially joined Gateways Music Festival on January 23, 2023.

Full press release can be found online. Select interviews and photos available upon request.