Samantha Stevick
About Samantha Stevick
Samantha Stevick serves as the Director of Strategic Sales at Chabot Space & Science Center, where she has worked since 2022. She has a diverse background in sales and education, having held various positions at institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University and the San Francisco Opera.
Current Role as Director of Strategic Sales
Samantha Stevick serves as the Director of Strategic Sales at Chabot Space & Science Center, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for developing and executing sales strategies that align with the center's mission. Her focus includes enhancing partnerships and driving revenue through innovative sales initiatives.
Previous Experience at Chabot Space & Science Center
Samantha Stevick has held multiple positions at Chabot Space & Science Center. She worked as a Sales Manager from 2017 to 2018 and as Senior Event Sales from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she served as Assistant Director of Event Sales from 2018 to 2022. Her diverse roles contributed to her understanding of the center's operations and sales processes.
Educational Background
Samantha Stevick earned a Master's of Arts Administration and Policy from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, studying Arts Administration and Public Policy from 2011 to 2013. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art and Psychology from PennWest Clarion. Her educational background supports her expertise in arts administration and museum practices.
Experience at Carnegie Mellon University
Samantha Stevick worked at Carnegie Mellon University in various capacities. She was a Business and Research Associate from 2010 to 2014 and a Senior Sponsored Research Assistant from 2008 to 2010. These roles involved supporting research initiatives and managing business operations within the university.
Focus Areas in Museum Collections
Samantha Stevick has a keen interest in museum collections that relate to popular culture and unique-object interests. She focuses on installation exhibitions and vernacular representation, with a particular emphasis on self-taught works within the museum context. Her interests inform her strategic approach to sales and programming.