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Sharon Burgess

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Board Member at Federation of Scottish Theatre
📍 United Kingdom

Sharon Burgess is a global arts executive and the Chief Executive of Aberdeen Performing Arts, where she focuses on enriching the cultural landscape of North East Scotland. With extensive experience from leading major arts organizations in Australia and at the Edinburgh Fringe, people whove worked with her describe her as "inspirational", "dynamic", and "fun".

Returning to her Scottish roots after several years in Australia, Sharon has embraced her new home, expressing a deep appreciation for Aberdeens vibrant arts scene, food, and surrounding natural beauty. She is currently fundraising by walking the West Highland Way for His Majesty’s Theatre.

She moved across continents for her career, from leading the ARTRAGE arts organization in Perth, Western Australia, to her current role in Aberdeen.

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Experience
25 Years
Current Role
Board Member
Job Level
Junior
Location
United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Sharon shows up

Consensus Focused
Non-Confrontational
Optimistic

They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals. They tend to be agreeable by nature, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.
 Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Priorities

Topics Sharon cares about

Arts Sector Sustainability
Focuses on fostering resilience and inclusivity in the arts. She advocates for better collaboration among theatre leaders to maximize funding and ensure long-term stability for venues.
Charitable Fundraising
Actively leads and participates in fundraising campaigns, such as the HMT 120 campaign, and is personally walking the West Highland Way to raise money for the theatre.
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Career

Work history

9-2024
Board Member
Federation of Scottish Theatre
6-2023
Chief Executive
Aberdeen Performing Arts
9-2019 - 4-2023
Chief Executive Officer
Artrage Inc.
3-2014 - 9-2019
Managing Director
Assembly Festival
2012 - 8-2019
Independent Producer / Promoter
Sharon Burgess Productions
In the press

Media appearances

ChamberTalk with Sharon Burgess, chief executive of Aberdeen Performing Arts. Featured in YouTube
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Sharon Burgess appointed Chief Executive of Aberdeen Performing Arts. Featured in Aberdeen Performing Arts
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Education
1975 - 1979
Education details unavailable
Linwood High School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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