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Keri Elmsly

Keri Elmsly - credit Peter Tarasiuk

Photo: Peter Tarasiuk

Executive Director of Programming

A dynamic creative producer, Keri is known for leading and developing creative experience-driven ambitious projects and businesses for global leaders in culture, tech and art. She was recently SVP of Madison Square Garden Entertainment Company's Sphere Studios. Working as Chief Creative Officer at Publicis’ Second Story, Keri led the experience and exhibition design for ACMI’s $40 million renewal in partnership with architects BKK. During her 20+ year career, Keri has led experience and artist studios, large-scale interactive immersive installations, blockbuster touring shows, and museum projects working with a constellation of renowned global artists and arts leaders.