Heidi Zeiger
The Poetry Foundation has chosen Michelle T. Boone as its new president, the first time a woman and a person of color will be leading the Chicago-based institution.
The wealthy foundation oversees the century-old Poetry magazine, organizes workshops and other programs, and distributes millions of dollars in awards and grants.
Boone, 59, has extensive experience in government and foundation work. Her previous jobs include commissioner of the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, and senior program officer at the Joyce Foundation. Most recently she was chief program and civic engagement officer at Navy Pier.
She is a board member for several Chicago cultural organizations.
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