Colleen has been providing strategic public art solutions for local and federal programs for 13 years. She has in-depth experience navigating the nuances of government and the strenuous regulations of international airports governed by Federal Aviation Administration. Comprehensive skills in media relations, curating, copyright issues and contract negotiations. She has extensive experience in navigating the litigation issues that affect everything from public safety to copyright issues and has done extensive research on the Visual Artists’ Rights Act (VARA), a topic important to the public art field. Colleen’s strength lies in building collaborative partnerships with community leaders and organizations around the country. She speaks frequently on topics as varied as new public art trends to strategies and how to make a sustainable business with your art.