Executive Director
Glenn Del Vecchio, in his third season with the Grand Rapids Ballet, continues to lead a well-established organization with a great history. A results-oriented executive with 20 years experience in large for-profit companies, Mr. Del Vecchio approaches the leadership of a non-profit arts organization by managing the intersections of artistic quality and best business practices. He brings his expertise in strategic planning, development, large-scale event and concert management, and marketing together to create a consensus-oriented management approach.
Mr. Del Vecchio was raised in Philadelphia and attended Millersville University in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He moved to Grand Rapids to join Universal Forest Products’ restaurant division. Before joining the Ballet, Glenn was West Michigan’s Director of Marketing for Clear Channel Communications where he was instrumental in producing the largest outdoor music festivals in Michigan. He has been a committed member of the Grand Rapids community for the past 20 years. He resides in East Grand Rapids with his wife Kirsten and two sons.