The Aspire Group

Leonardo Bravo is an artist, educator, and curator. His work in the non-profit arts field has exemplified building public and private partnerships that highlight the power of the arts to transform and catalyze vulnerable and underserved communities. He maintains a consulting practice helping non-profits ensure alignment to strategic goals and develop sustainable program design, implementation, and outcomes. Current and past clients have included LAUSD’s Arts Education Branch, Center Theatre Group, PS ARTS, Clockshop, Barnsdall Arts, and The ASPIRE Group. From 2008 to 2015 he was the Director of School of Programs for The Music Center where he oversaw art partnerships with school districts throughout Los Angeles County. From 2016 to 2019 he was the Director of Education and Public Programs with the Palm Springs Art Museum where he oversaw partnership development and program implementation with school districts in the Coachella Valley and the development of new social engagement projects with contemporary artists. Most recently, Mr. Bravo was the Chief Program Officer for the Cayton Children's Museum in Santa Monica, CA. Leonardo Bravo received his MFA from the University of Southern California and his BFA from Otis College of Art & Design.