Joy Berta
Executive Director
joyberta@longislandopera.org

Joy Berta is executive director of Long Island Opera, and a seasoned performer of the Arts. Joy Berta, a public relations specialist and opera singer, is committing her talents, skills, and dreams to revive Long Island’s oldest opera company in existence, LIO. She believes the Arts are a key role in building and strengthening communities, and knows the grave importance of keeping opera alive, vibrant, and accessible to all communities.

As an artist, Ms. Berta’s extensive experience ranges from performance in film, television, theater, music, and dance. Ms. Berta has lived the past nine years in New York City pursuing her passion for the arts, and has achieved recognition for her unique talents, most recently in opera. She has received awards as Starmania Female Vocalist of the Year in Las Vegas; and Miss Springville and Miss Utah Talent Scholarships. Ms. Berta, originally from Hawaii, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism, a minor in French from Utah State University, and studied at the University for Foreigners in Perugia, Italy.

Daniel Hubert
Chair
dhubert@longislandopera.org

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LIO Board Members

Daniel Hubert, Chair

Genevieve Brown, Treasurer
Genevieve Brown has dedicated her career to working with nonprofits and local communities. Ms. Brown brings with her experience in marketing, fundraising, and governance as well as a love for the arts. She holds a MPA in Nonprofit Management from Brigham Young University’s Marriott School. Currently Ms. Brown is the Executive Director for IVPA, a nonprofit association and runs her own consulting business. She is especially excited about working with LIO.

Joy Berta, Secretary
Currently, the board of Long Island Opera is seeking new board members committed to bringing a higher level of art and opera to the communities of Long Island, and to faithfully manage and execute the mission and standards of Long Island Opera.  If interested, please contact joyberta@longislandopera.org.  Only serious inquiries.