PHILADELPHIA (Nov. 7, 2024) —The Mann Center for the Performing Arts has appointed three new members to its Board of Directors: Dave W. Burkavage, G. Roni Green and Colleen Lynch. Their experience ranges from financial services to social justice and law, all connecting through their shared dedication to the Mann’s work of presenting world-class artists across genres and creating equitable opportunity for a diversity of robust arts education in Philadelphia.

“Dave, Roni and Colleen are all influential, respected leaders in the Philadelphia region, and we are pleased that they have chosen to dedicate their time and talents to the Mann,” said Catherine M. Cahill, president and CEO of the Mann. “They are passionate that the Mann leads as a center of cultural excellence, inclusivity and innovation, and we look forward to their support and insights as we continue to serve as the Philadelphia region’s outdoor music destination and as a year-round advocate for and provider of meaningful community education and workforce development opportunities, particularly in our own Parkside neighborhood.” 

Dave W. Burkavage is currently an assurance partner and the Philadelphia office managing partner at Ernst & Young (EY). Burkavage has more than 21 years of experience in auditing, reporting and transaction experience with public and private companies. He has deep experience across a variety of sectors, including diversified manufacturing, consumer, technology, technology services, private equity, venture capital, and health and life sciences companies.

Burkavage is also a member of the Philadelphia Chapter of the National Association for Corporate Directors, the CEO Council for Growth and the Board of Directors for the Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia, for which he also serves on the Executive Committee and Audit Committee. At EY, Burkavage also serves as the chair of the Philadelphia office Geo Market Network, the market partner sponsor of the Greater Philadelphia Entrepreneur of the Year program and the firm’s College MAP program which focuses on access to and persistence in college for first generation college graduates in Philadelphia.

“As a financial services professional, I seek the best solutions for my clients to help them advance their business objectives,” said Burkavage. “I look forward to working together with the Board to do the same for the Mann so that future generations can continue to have access to one of the most iconic performing arts venues in Philadelphia.”

Burkavage earned his bachelor of business administration and master of science in accountancy degrees from the University of Notre Dame. He and his wife Danielle now live in Philadelphia with their three children.

G. Roni Green was elected to the House of Representatives for Pennsylvania’s 190th Legislative District in 2022 and currently serves as a Democratic committeewoman and business agent for SEIU Local 668. Green has been a lifelong activist in Philadelphia. She has served as a community and labor organizer for more than 30 years.

Making her start as a caseworker with the Glendale County Assistance Office, Green has been focused on helping people and families in Philadelphia fight poverty and homelessness, and her work as a state representative has focused on combatting the systemic causes of economic, social and political inequality.

“Access to the arts and arts education is a crucial asset to uplift our communities,” said Green. “The Mann’s dedication to serving its local community with arts and workforce development opportunities parallels much of the work I support as a State representative. I am excited to get to work with my fellow Board members to ensure the Mann’s community programming continues to lead the way for positive change.”

Colleen Lynch is the chief operating officer of SurgoCap Partners, which made history as the largest female-led hedge fund launch. In her role, Lynch invests globally in healthcare, technology and other innovative industries.

Prior to her time at SurgoCap Partners, Lynch was an associate for a variety of litigation firms and most recently served as general counsel and chief compliance officer at Coatue Management, a more than $65 billion global investment firm. Lynch also served in various roles in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Enforcement in the Philadelphia Regional Office.

“I am looking forward to supporting the Mann as it continuously develops new approaches to advancing the performing arts and economic opportunities for Philadelphia communities. I’m excited to lend my leadership to support the Mann as a local economic driver and to extend rich culture throughout the region,” said Lynch.

Lynch earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania and a juris doctor degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.
 

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