The Art Gallery of Calgary
Profile
Valerie Cooper, BA, MM
President & CEO, Art Gallery of Calgary
Valerie was appointed to the position of President & CEO of the Art Gallery of Calgary in April, 2004. She holds a Masters Degree in Management from McGill University, and brings a sharp business acumen to her role. Valerie has extensive professional expertise in management and administration in both corporate and non-profit environments, including six years at Calgary’s Glenbow Museum.
Over the past ten years, Valerie has held progressive management positions. Prior to joining the AGC, she was the Executive Director of the Canada Safeway Foundation.
Valerie has built a strong team of gallery professionals to revitalize the exhibitions and programs at the Art Gallery of Calgary. Her leadership skills and experience in management, resource development, and community development are guiding the AGC as it grows and evolves into a leading contemporary art gallery locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.