Announcing the Retirement of Our Executive Director
After six years of leadership, Richmond Art Center’s Executive Director, José Rivera, has retired (May 2026).
José joined during the pandemic shutdown in summer 2020 and guided the organization through COVID-19 and its reopening in fall 2021. He brought steady leadership and a commitment to staff and community, prioritizing strong partnerships and community-responsive programming.
José Rivera has decided to retire to pursue nonprofit consulting. Richmond Art Center’s board, staff, and faculty thank him for six years of dedicated service and wish him the very best in his future endeavors.
Jeff Nathanson continues at Interim Executive Director at Richmond Art Center. A search is currently underway for a new permanent Executive Director.
Top Image: José Rivera with artist Andrée Singer Thompson during the 25th anniversary celebrations for Guillermo the Golden Trout in 2023.
