Arts Consulting Group Appoints Nagham Wehbe as New President in Planned Leadership Transition

Arts Consulting Group (ACG), the leading provider of hands-on management consulting services for the arts and cultural industry, has announced the appointment of Senior Vice President Nagham Wehbe as its new president effective October 1. Wehbe succeeds Dr. Bruce D. Thibodeau, who established ACG nearly 30 years ago and will transition into a new role as Founder and Senior Advisor.

According to Dr. Thibodeau, this planned leadership transition underscores the firm's long-standing commitment to team resiliency, stability, sustainability, and client service. Dr. Thibodeau is concluding his tenure as ACG's president and will remain actively engaged with the firm in supporting global strategic initiatives and providing hands-on client project leadership. He emphasized that succession planning is essential to the enduring strength of any organization and expressed confidence in Wehbe's leadership capabilities.

Wehbe joined ACG in 2021 and currently serves as Senior Vice President with expertise in strategic, facilities, and cultural master planning, as well as community engagement, organizational assessments, research, and data analysis. She has been leading the firm's Planning & Capacity Building practice while overseeing ACG's Executive Search, Interim Management, Revenue Enhancement, and IDEAS practice areas. Her ability to transform complex information into clear, actionable strategies has been instrumental in helping clients make objective and impactful decisions.

Wehbe expressed honor in stepping into this role and building upon the foundation Dr. Thibodeau has established. She noted that as the arts and culture sector continues to evolve, ACG's role as a trusted partner is more critical than ever. Wehbe brings a multifaceted professional background that spans arts, media, and leadership, having previously worked for renowned companies including CBS, 20th Century Studios, and Crown Media.

The leadership transition comes at a time when arts and cultural organizations face significant challenges. Wehbe emphasized that while many arts and cultural organizations face difficulties today, their transformational role in society remains a critical one. She expressed confidence that with ACG's proven methodologies and diverse team, the organization can support clients in navigating challenging environments and ultimately thriving. The firm's continued presence at artsconsulting.com ensures accessibility to its comprehensive consulting services across North America.