Balboa Park - A Legacy for Future Generations

Katy McDonald brings more than 30 years of expertise in nonprofit leadership to her role as President & CEO of Forever Balboa Park. Previously, she served as Chief of Staff at the San Diego Symphony Orchestra, where she played a pivotal role in the creation of The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Prior to that, Katy was Deputy Director of External Affairs at the San Diego Museum of Art and held several key leadership positions at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. A graduate of Colorado College with a Master of Business Administration from the University of San Diego, Katy's deep roots in San Diego fuel her dedication to the city's cultural institutions. She shares Forever Balboa Park's unwavering commitment to preserving and enhancing Balboa Park's beauty and cultural vitality.