On this episode, Laura Best chats with Kassie Hilgert, President and CEO of ArtsQuest, one of the largest arts and culture nonprofits in Pennsylvania. ArtsQuest provides access to exceptional artistic, cultural, and educational experiences, using arts and culture to boost economic development for urban communities to the tune of more than 136 million bucks annually. You'll hear Kassie share her story of overcoming being discouraged from her passion as a teen, how she built and left her corporate career, her belief in vulnerability and authenticity as a leader, and how her passion has grown and shaped over the years.

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