Cave Canem Names Ann Marie Lonsdale Next Executive Director

Cave Canem has announced the appointment of Ann Marie Lonsdale as the organization's fourth Executive Director. Lonsdale succeeds Sandra Bowie, who served in the interim after Nicole Sealey stepped down last year. "I am thrilled to have this opportunity to learn and grow with this seminal organization, and to share resources with and increase support for Black poets," said Lonsdale. "It is an honor to serve this community and I look forward to our work together."

The Board states: “As Cave Canem approaches its 25th year, we are excited to work with Ann Marie to build on the organization’s foundation and advance our mission to cultivate the artistic and professional growth of Black poets. Her experience in arts administration, and commitment to serving individual artists, will be vital as we navigate the present and prepare for our future.”

Lonsdale will expand the organization with a vision towards the organization’s 25th anniversary in 2021 and building partnerships to further cultivate the development of Black poets.

Read more about Lonsdale at Cave Canem.