Desiree is an artist, cultural organizer, and founder of The Artist Assignment, a cooperative-rooted creative consultancy dedicated to transforming the systems that shape the lives of artists. Born and raised in Portland, Maine, Desiree brings over a decade of experience working with nonprofit organizations, museums, and community-based initiatives, supporting programs that center arts, wellness, and collective care.

Her strengths include program development, community partnerships, artist advocacy, and governance rooted in equity and collaboration. Desiree has served in advisory and leadership roles across arts and cultural organizations and is especially interested in models that integrate mental health, creative practice, and youth engagement.

An auntie on a mission to be the good ancestor she never had, Desiree believes in learning through movement and care. Roller skating backwards and surfing taught her how to work through fear, build resilience, and stay present—values she brings into her board service and community work.