Joe McIalwain has proudly led Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA) in Edmonds, WA, through its first ten seasons. In his role as Executive Director, McIalwain oversees program development, audience development, community partnerships and outreach, fundraising and general operations.  Prior to his current position, McIalwain served as Assistant Professor of Theatre Management for the University of Alabama; Managing Director of Cincinnati Shakespeare Company; and Director of Development for Kirkland Performance Center.  Joe earned his MFA in Theatre Management from The University of Alabama / Alabama Shakespeare Festival.  He is currently teaching for the Seattle University Arts Leadership MFA Program, and is the Past Board President of Theatre Puget Sound and Leadership Snohomish County