Terry Loftis. Photo by Beau Bumpus.
In Saturday’s (12/14) NBC Dallas-Fort Worth, Kimberly Richard writes, “Terry Loftis, Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s Chief Advancement and Revenue Officer, will start a new job next year. New Jersey Symphony (NJS) announced the Dallas native will become the orchestra’s new President & CEO in early March. At the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Loftis oversaw the fundraising, marketing, special events and analytical research departments. Prior to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, he was the … President and Executive Director of TACA (The Arts Community Alliance) [in Dallas]…. Loftis talks about the opportunities at the New Jersey Symphony, his work in the Dallas arts community, and how difficult it will be to leave his hometown…. Loftis: ‘Upon thorough review of the position, the history of NJS and the many achievements artistically, educationally, and community engagement I submitted my credentials for consideration. While I truly love my position at the DSO, this was a unique opportunity as CEO of a very accomplished symphony that I could not pass up. NJS is an incredible organization, and I look forward to being a major part of its dynamic path forward in achieving new heights artistically, educationally and increasing our brand awareness … I will literally miss everything about Dallas, starting with my family…. Then of course BBQ, Tex-Mex, Blue Bell, and 90-degree autumn days. This is a major change for me and my partner, Jon Adams; however, we are very excited.’ ”
