APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) — The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has announced President and CEO Maria Van Laanen has been recognized by BizTimes Milwaukee in its first edition of Wisconsin 275: The States Most Influential Business Leaders. Through this 124-page publication, 275 prominent business leaders throughout Wisconsin across various industries including health care, sports, technology, education and entertainment are recognized and highlighted.
Maria Van Laanen became one of the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center’s first employees when she was hired in 2001 as director of marketing – a year before they would open to the public. Since 2014, Maria has been serving as president and chief executive officer. She has also helped welcome 39 Broadway Wisconsin premieres and been an integral part of the Center’s educational programs and initiatives.
Beyond the Fox Cities, Maria is also a Tony® voter of The Broadway League. As part of the league, Maria serves as a member of the board of governors, the National High School Musical Theater Advisory Board, the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Government Relations committees.
Click here to see the full list of honorees in the 2022 edition of Wisconsin 275.
