Zack Bissell (He/Him)

Chief Programs Officer

Zack is an arts administrator, educator, and instrumental musician originally from rural northwestern Michigan. He graduated summa cum laude from Michigan State University with a B.A. in Arts and Humanities, a minor in Spanish, and a specialization in Latin American and Caribbean Studies. Zack has over 11 years of experience in youth education programs including community-based programs in the visual and performing arts, youth development, LGBTQ+ health, and he taught English in South Korea. Additionally, Zack is the Board Vice President with the Akropolis Reed Quintet and he plays alto sax with the Ferndale Community Concert Band.

Q: What is the most memorable or most impactful art experience you've had as an adult?

A: I was a young adult, but I remember seeing Ben Folds perform at Interlochen and he always made his audiences sing in 2- and 3-part harmony. I remember singing with about 1K other audience members in three-part harmony on top of the band for one of his songs (Not the Same) while the sun was setting on Kresge Auditorium and the lake. It was pure magic.