Leda Shapiro
Leda Shapiro, Executive Director, is experienced in non-profit arts management. In the 1980s she conceived of and co-founded the California Dance Co-operative. This organization has promoted folk dance and music including on-going contradances, English Country dances and Cajun dances as well as concerts and festivals. She has also been an active participant as both a dance caller and dancer. With over 30 years experience, Leda has served as Treasurer for California Traditional Music Society (CTMS) and the California Dance Cooperative. She is responsible for all financial aspects of FolkWorks. In addition to work on the FolkWorks website, Leda has been responsible for producing numerous concerts and dance festivals under the FolkWorks umbrella.