Frédéric Julien (he/il) has been active in the performing arts for several years as an arts administrator, a researcher, an advocate, and a change maker. Frédéric has been leading research and development activities at the Canadian Arts Presenting Association since 2010. In this capacity, he has directed or authored several key research initiatives such as: The Value of Presenting, Arts and Belonging, Digitizing the Performing Arts, and A Linked Digital Future for the Performing Arts. An active volunteer, Frédéric has served as community organizer of the COVID ASO Response Group, Co-Chair of the Canadian Arts Coalition, board member of Arts Health Network Canada, and board member of his neighbourhood association.