WIL AI-Driven Engagement Advisory Member

Heidi Larson

Active Term: 02/2026 - 02/2027

Areas of Expertise

• Mentoring and Building a Culture of Mentorship
  
• Advocacy, Actions & Accountability
  
• Transformational Vs. Transactional Leadership
  
• Organizational Leadership & Cultural Diversity

Head of Scenic Art

The Guthrie Theater

I am an innovative and collaborative leader who can distill big ideas into bite-size pieces, to best utilize and support a diverse team in creating a unified, beautiful, and unique finished product.

As an experienced Theatrical Artisan with a demonstrated history of working in professional and regional theatres, touring shows, exhibits, and higher education (Dance, Opera, and Theatre), I am highly skilled in Design, Scenic Painting, Properties, Construction, Creative Direction, Corporate and Product Branding, Photography, Research, Sourcing, Drafting (Hand-drafting and Vectorworks), Equipment Maintenance, Safety Compliance, Management & Supervision, Budgeting, and Teaching. 
I have extensive experience in large scale painting, color-matching, faux finishing, sign-work, etc., in addition to my skills with foam and wood carving, carpentry, upholstery & sewing, molding and casting, welding, basic wiring, graphic design, and drafting.

I have a Master of Fine Arts (MFA)- focused in Theatrical Design and Production (Southern Illinois University, Carbondale), a B.A. in Art & Design (Alma College, MI), and an MBA (Colorado State University) with an emphasis in Marketing and Branding.

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