Ashanté Josey

Ashanté Josey is a Pittsburgh-based visual artist, arts advocate, and cultural organizer with experience in arts administration, exhibition management, and event operations. Throughout her career, she has worked alongside artists, cultural institutions, and community organizations to develop programs, coordinate exhibitions, and create opportunities that strengthen Pittsburgh’s creative ecosystem.

Ashanté previously worked for Flyspace Productions, where she began as a Gallery Coordinator, coordinating exhibition installations and collaborating with artists and production teams on public art projects and exhibitions. She later stepped into logistics and operations, supporting the planning and execution of large-scale festivals, events, and activations while overseeing complex event logistics and cross-functional teams.

Beyond her professional work, Ashanté has served in leadership and advisory roles with arts organizations. She currently serves as Vice President of Women of Visions, Inc., has served on the Black Arts Action Committee with the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council, and is the founder of For Black Creatives, By Black Creatives, a platform dedicated to connecting Black artists with opportunities, resources, and professional development. In 2025, she was recognized as a New Pittsburgh Courier Fab 40 Under 40 honoree for her contributions to the arts and advocacy for artists throughout the Pittsburgh region.

Email: ajosey@hilldistrict.org

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