Maryhelen Murray is an experienced professional in museum operations and development, currently serving as the Senior Assistant to the Director and Board of Trustees at The Menil Collection since August 2019. Previously, Maryhelen held the role of Membership & Development Manager at UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum, where significant fundraising initiatives and membership programs were successfully implemented, resulting in substantial revenue increases. Extensive experience at institutions such as The Contemporary Austin and Blanton Museum of Art includes curatorial work, visitor relations, and grant writing. Educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree in Communication Studies with a Minor in Art History from Southwestern University and ongoing studies for a Master's in Nonprofit Leadership & Management at Arizona State University.