Serving as the Executive Director of the American Orff-Schulwerk Association for nearly 10 years, Carrie Barnette honed her non-profit leadership and management skills in various position throughout her 25+ year career. Carrie’s experience includes grant writing and fundraising in the human and social services sector, major gift fundraising in a university setting, and serving in both education and executive roles in the performing arts industry. With an undergraduate degree in Music from Western Kentucky University and a Masters of Arts in Community Arts Management and certification in Non-Profit Management from the University of Illinois-Springfield, Carrie uses her learned skills and experience to meet and exceed the mission of AOSA: demonstrating the value of Orff Schulwerk and promoting its widespread use; supporting the professional development of AOSA members; and inspiring and advocating for the creative potential of all learners.