Hill Country Business Committee for the Arts

Sonja Howle, Director

Mission:  To showcase business owners and  CEOs who creatively partner with the arts for mutual benefit.

The Business Committee for the Arts  (BCA) was founded in 1967 by David Rockefeller and recognizes businesses of all sizes for their exceptional involvement with the arts that enrich the workplace, education, and the community.

The BCA Ten Awards in New York showcases small, medium and large companies who represent some of the most creative partnerships.

The BCA has recently merged with the Americans for the Arts. The Hill Country Business Committee for the Arts represents the 9th BCA affiliate in the nation.  The Hill County BCA’s borders follow the Hill Country region. . .Austin, San Antonio, and the Hill Country  (click here to see map).

The BCA Affiliates program enables us to draw on the national resources and decades of depth to create an organization tailored to Business owners and CEOs in this region of Texas.  Our services will include consulting, research, education, leadership and recognition programs.

Initiatives on our agenda for 2010 and Beyond:

•    Quarterly White Papers on Art as a Tool of Marketing  (Email Sonja your name and email address to receive this research.)

•    One-hour seminars showcasing the BCA’s most powerful art and business programs

•    Quarterly Speaker Series showcasing previous BCA 10 Winners as Our Guest

•    The Speaker Series would include both a luncheon and an evening reception

•    Annual Awards Dinner Recognizing Regional Stars

According to The Business Committee for the Arts  (BCA), here are just a few benefits of an art and business partnership.

Benefits:

1. 1.   Increase the bottom line.
2. 2.   Set your company apart from competitors.
3. 3.   Enhance relationships with existing and new customers.
4. 4.   Heighten awareness of your company and its products and services.
5. 5.   Attract employees and increase job satisfaction.
6. 6.   Help the arts achieve their goals and better serve the community.
7. 7.   Network with others in your community.

To find out how you can maximize your investment through an arts partnership that best represents your core values and your company, email Sonja with more information.  Customized consulting might be worth the time you invest.