Staff

Chris Dyer - Chief Executive Officer

Chris Dyer hails from China Spring, Texas, and earned an undergraduate degree from Baylor University in museum science and forensic anthropology and a graduate degree from Texas Tech University in museum studies. As a youth Chris spent an inordinate amount of time visiting zoos and museums, skateboarding, and playing soccer and guitar. (Not much has changed!) Chris confesses that he was not always the best student in the classroom but knew that his career path was set after the first time he experienced the creative learning environment offered by museums. He credits his grandmother for his career path because of her willingness to indulge his interests in natural history and the arts, and her insistence that he spend as much time as possible outdoors. Things came full circle for Chris when he was awarded the Texas Historical Commissions’ John L. Nau, III Award of Excellence in Museums in 2006 and the Texas Art Education Association Texas Friend of the Arts Award in 2014.

Amy Salvaggio - Program Director

Amy is a born-and-raised Texan and has lived in nine different cities across the state. She began her studies in ancient history and archaeology, which led to a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Texas and Master of Arts in Classics from Texas Tech. After many years of working with material culture, she developed a passion for arts, history, and museums, specifically in advocating for the relationships between nonprofits and their communities. She received her Master of Arts in Museum Studies from Baylor and is thrilled to be working with The Arts Council. During her downtime, Amy enjoys reading, learning about space, trying new restaurants, teaching her dog Cicero new tricks, and traveling.

Holly Kozlowski - Marketing & Development Director

Holly is from the small community of Eula outside of Abilene, Texas. She attended Texas A&M University, class of ‘09, and studied Agricultural Leadership & Development and minored in Tourism Resource Management. She attended and completed the Texas Travel Industry Associations 3-year program “Travel & Tourism College” and received a designation as a Certified Tourism Executive. Holly’s mother has always been an inspiration and role model to her. With skills and accomplishments in marketing, community development, hospitality, community relations, and tourism, Holly’s mother has been very influential to Holly and has helped mold her into the person she is today. Holly’s family always emphasized the importance of travel, visiting museums, and learning more about our history and the different cultures from around the world. When she’s not at work, Holly loves to spend time with family and friends, watch movies, hunt/fish, swim, travel, and play with her dog Leo.

Cynthia Brown - Finance Manager

Cynthia graduated from Texas College Cum Laude, with a degree in Business Administration and Accounting. She is a reliable, efficient and proactive professional with over 20 years experience in the corporate and private sector of accounting and finance. Cynthia leaves no stone unturned to ensure completely accurate and compliant records.

Rose Santos - Arts Educator

Rose is an art educator who has worked in three different school districts teaching art at both the elementary and secondary levels over the past 13 years, currently teaching in Bryan I.S.D. She has a Bachelor of Arts from Baylor University, a Master of Science from Texas A&M University -- Corpus Christi, and her Ph.D. from Texas A&M University.

Maya Hiatt - Marketing & Communications Intern

Maya was born in Golden, Colorado and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas. She attends Texas A&M University, where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Visualization, with a focus on animation. She has a passion for art and advertising and is excited to be working with The Arts Council.

Lorinda Olson - Marketing & Communications Intern

Lorinda is from Spokane, Washington. She is a senior at Texas A&M University and is pursuing a degree in Business Communications. With a passion for business development and creativity, she plans to pursue a career in Marketing. In her spare time she enjoys cooking, organizing, kickboxing, and enjoying the outdoors. Lorinda is excited about the opportunity to work with The Arts Council this semester!