Former DSU President Will Lead Biggs Board
DOVER,
Del., July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Biggs
Museum of American Art is thrilled to announce the appointment of
Dr. Wilma Mishoe as the new
President of the Board of Trustees. Dr. Mishoe transitions into
this role after serving as Vice President, bringing a wealth of
experience and dedication to the museum. Alongside Dr. Mishoe,
three distinguished new trustees, Andre
Swygert, Daniel Thompson, and
Janell Upton, have joined the Board,
each bringing unique expertise and leadership to the
organization.
"I am honored to be appointed as the President of the Board of
Trustees for the Biggs Museum of American Art," said Dr.
Wilma Mishoe. "We are entering an
exciting new renaissance phase with a comprehensive growth plan,
including the recently approved Building Master Plan. This plan
will significantly expand and enhance our facilities, creating a
community pavilion courtyard, upgraded public spaces, and flexible
exhibition halls. With over $10M
secured to support this extraordinary vision, I am eager to build
on this success and to lead a historic, comprehensive campaign to
complete this expansion plan and amplify the Biggs' impact in DE
and beyond."
Dr. Wilma Mishoe
Dr.
Wilma Mishoe is a trailblazer in
higher education, having made history as the first and only female
President of Delaware State University.
With a robust background in educational administration, Dr.
Mishoe's leadership roles have included serving as the first female
Chairperson of the University's Board of Trustees, the first
African American female to chair the Capital School District Board
of Education, and the first African American Female to chair the
State's Public Integrity Commission. Her career spans over three
decades, with significant contributions at Delaware Technical & Community College and
Wilmington College. Her accolades
include induction into the Delaware State Hall of Fame of Delaware
Women and the Delaware State University
Hall of Fame. Dr. Mishoe continues to serve on numerous local and
state boards, embodying a lifelong commitment to community service
and activism.
Andre
Swygert
Andre Swygert
is a retired business development professional with a distinguished
career in the aerospace and defense sectors. As Director of
Proposal Development for BAE Systems, Andre excelled in managing
collaborative efforts to capture new business opportunities. He
also co-owned an art gallery in Miami, specializing in antique prints and
custom framing. Now an author on aviation subjects, Andre
contributes to Air & Space Smithsonian magazine and other
outlets. He is also involved with the John H. Porter Chapter of
Tuskegee Airmen, Inc., working to preserve the history of black
Army Air Force units during World War II.
Daniel
Thompson
Daniel
Thompson is a Senior Vice President and Private Client
Advisor with Bank of America Private Bank in Wilmington, Delaware. With over 25 years of
experience, Dan specializes in wealth management for
ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families. He has a proven
track record in investment management, trust and estate planning,
and philanthropic guidance. Dan's extensive career includes
leadership roles at Barclays and Morgan Stanley. He also serves on
the board of trustees for The Kalmar Nyckel Foundation and has been
actively involved with Breakthrough Collaborative and the Barnes
Foundation. Dan resides in Greenville,
Delaware, with his wife and two daughters.
Janell
Upton
Janell Upton
brings over 30 years of diverse financial industry experience to
the Board, with a focus on human resources, operational excellence,
and superior service delivery. As President/CEO of Dover Federal
Credit Union, Janell has demonstrated exceptional leadership in
rebranding efforts, modernizing lending practices, and fostering a
culture of compliance. Her previous roles include Executive Vice
President at Educational Federal Credit Union and Senior Vice
President at Alaska USA Federal Credit Union. Janell's strategic
vision and ability to build high-performing teams have been
instrumental in achieving organizational success across multiple
financial institutions. Janell serves on the Board of the
Central Delaware Chamber of
Commerce (CDCC) and resides in Dover,
DE.
The Biggs Museum of American Art is excited to welcome these
exceptional leaders to its Board of Trustees. Their combined
expertise and passion for the arts will undoubtedly enhance the
museum's mission to promote American art and history.
ABOUT THE BIGGS MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART:
The Biggs
Museum of American Art, located in Dover,
Delaware, is dedicated to celebrating the artistic legacy of
America. The museum offers a diverse collection of American fine
and decorative arts from the 18th century to the present. Through
exhibitions, educational programs, and community engagement, the
Biggs Museum inspires a deeper understanding and appreciation of
American art and culture. The Biggs Museum of American Art is a
private, non-profit 501(c) (3) organization.
www.thebiggsmuseum.org
Media Contact: Kerri
Lacey
Director of Marketing & PR
Biggs Museum of American Art
Direct Line: 302.760.5305
Main Number: 302.674.2111
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