News & Announcements, Podcast
Staff Researcher
Let's Talk: Makers, Buyers, and AI in the ...

What are the latest AI-powered tools transforming the market for art and cultural goods? In this Let’s Talk episode of the Tech in the Arts podcast, AMT Lab’s Executive Director, Dr. Brett Ashley Crawford, and Lead Researcher, Ian Hawthorne, explore cutting-edge platforms like NALA, Blendbox, Spines, and Encore—and how these innovations are reshaping the way we create and consume art. 

Let's Talk: Makers, Buyers, and AI in the Marketplace
Management, Podcast, Interview
Ian Hawthorne
Nonprofit Financial Management Software with ...

In this episode of Tech in the Arts, AMT Lab Lead Researcher Ian Hawthorne sits down with Stewart Urist, General Manager of the Pittsburgh Public Theater, to discuss their transition to Sage Intacct, a cloud-based financial management software. They delve into the challenges of migrating from a legacy system, the benefits of automation and AI in financial processes, and how tools like Sage can empower nonprofit organizations to streamline operations and improve budget transparency. Whether you’re considering a software transition or just curious about nonprofit financial management, this episode offers valuable insights for organizations of all sizes.

Nonprofit Financial Management Software with Stewart Urist
Entertainment, Podcast, Interview
Jinghong Gong
Navigating Media, Legal Tech, and Public ...

In this episode of the Tech in the Arts podcast, Keith Eich shares insights from his career journey with AMT Lab’s Technology Manager, Jinghong Gong, exploring his experience at NBCUniversal, the founding of Hulu, and his transition from media to legal tech and public service.

Navigating Media, Legal Tech, and Public Service with Keith Eich
Podcast, Policies
Ian Hawthorne
Let’s Talk: AI Policy and Artist Advocacy

What happened to the AI bill SB-1047? And how can artists advocate for themselves amid technological changes? In this Let’s Talk episode of the Tech in the Arts Podcast, AMT Lab’s Chief Editor of Research, Hannah Brainard, and Lead Researcher, Ian Hawthorne, dive into the recent developments in AI policy and its impact on artists.

Let’s Talk: AI Policy and Artist Advocacy
Management, Podcast, Databases
Brett Crawford
Donor Management Systems with Karen Graham

In this episode of Tech in the Arts podcast, nonprofit technology consultant Karen Graham shares insights from her research with AMT Lab’s Executive Director and Publisher, Dr. Brett Ashley Crawford, on how organizations choose, evaluate, and manage donor software systems. 

Donor Management Systems with Karen Graham

art meets tech

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Understanding the NFT Phenomenon

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Understanding the NFT Phenomenon

To help unpack the complexities of the NFT marketplace, this episode weaves together interviews conducted by B Crittenden with three people who have expertise with and varying perspectives on NFTs, or non-fungible tokens. B discusses how the arts and culture sector is interacting with NFTs; the environmental impact of NFTs and cryptocurrency in general; and where this technology is headed with AMT Lab contributor Katie Winter, Heinz College professor Ari Lightman, and entrepreneur and investor Josh Bobrowsky.

Interview with Regina Smith of the Kresge Foundation

Interview with Regina Smith of the Kresge Foundation

Regina R. Smith is managing director of The Kresge Foundation’s Arts & Culture Program. She leads efforts to identify prospects for national funding opportunities and partnerships in the arts and culture field.

Regina has been with the Foundation since 2008 as a program officer and senior program officer, working to advance the deliberate integration of arts and culture into community development through creative placemaking.