Vin Cipolla

Vin Cipolla, who took the reins at the Municipal Art Society as Executive Director early this year, brings a varied background in nonprofit and for-profit settings to his new endeavor. Prior to joining MAS, he was President and CEO of the National Park Foundation in Washington D.C. Bringing a national perspective and entrepreneurial experience to the venerable 116-year-old institution, Cipolla intends to maintain MAS’s relevancy and authority into the 21st century.

An eclectic resume. Cipolla grew up in the industrial town of Leominster, Massachusetts, a place he describes as “always in transition.” Educated at Clark University, Cipolla came to New York in his 20s, where he claims he found his home, and became “obsessed” with the City. (read more…)