Mary Sundermeier is a Columbus-based marketing and arts programming professional with over a decade of experience in community engagement, public events, and cultural strategy. She previously served as Programming Manager at Gravity, where she launched the Gravity Artist Residency and led arts-focused initiatives to support local creatives. Mary is currently completing her MA in Arts Policy & Administration at The Ohio State University. She serves on the boards of the Franklinton Arts District and Destination Hilliard. Her work is driven by a commitment to building bridges between developers and the cultural heartbeat of communities.

Fun Fact: Mary is a model and actress currently signed with PCG Talent Agency. In the past, she's modeled for Vogue Italia, Aveda, Splat Hair Dye, and has art directed and produced many fine art-focused images she has modeled in. 

Research interests:

• Arts Districts + Neighborhood Development
• Culture and Tourism
• Urban Placemaking