Ghaddra González Castillo
About Ghaddra González Castillo
Ghaddra González Castillo serves as the Partnerships & Engagement Director at Path with Art in Seattle, Washington, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in communications and extensive experience in the arts sector, she has significantly expanded participant engagement and strengthened partnerships with major cultural organizations.
Work at Path with Art
Ghaddra González Castillo has served as the Partnerships & Engagement Director at Path with Art since 2022. In this role, she has focused on strengthening partnerships with major arts and cultural organizations in Seattle. Previously, she held the position of Community Arts Liaison from 2021 to 2022 and Program Director from 2019 to 2021. During her tenure, she significantly increased the visibility of Path with Art through exhibitions and performances, enhancing the representation of participant artists in the community.
Education and Expertise
Ghaddra González Castillo earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications, specializing in Advertising and Public Relations, from Universidad Central de Venezuela. Her educational background has equipped her with skills relevant to her roles in arts management and community engagement, allowing her to effectively lead initiatives that support artists and cultural organizations.
Professional Background
Before joining Path with Art, González Castillo worked in various roles across different organizations. She was a Group Account Manager at Orci in Los Angeles from 1997 to 2001 and an Account Director at ARS DDB in Caracas from 1988 to 1993. Additionally, she served as a Docent and Docent Training Leader at the Singapore Art Museum from 2006 to 2008. These experiences contributed to her expertise in arts management and community engagement.
Achievements in Community Engagement
González Castillo has played a crucial role in expanding participation at Path with Art, growing the cohort from 150 participants in 2019 to 880 in 2023. She has also managed the artWORKS program since 2023, which allows participants to showcase and sell their art at fairs and assists in licensing their work for corporate use. Her efforts align with the organization's goal of reaching 1,500 participants in 2023.
Involvement in Support Programs
González Castillo is actively involved in implementing programs aimed at supporting domestic violence and sexual assault survivors. Her commitment to these initiatives reflects her dedication to community service and the empowerment of vulnerable populations through the arts.