Newport Classical has appointed Oliver Inteeworn as its new executive director, the organization announced Wednesday
Inteeworn, who brings 25 years of leadership experience in the nonprofit performing arts sector, will begin the role Jan. 5, 2026. He succeeds Gillian Fox, who served as executive director from 2020 to 2025, and interim director Eric Gershman.
Most recently, Inteeworn served as executive director of the American Symphony Orchestra in New York City from 2018 to 2025. During his tenure, the ASO presented more than 40 additional free orchestra and chamber concerts across New York City venues since 2020. He also launched ASO Online, a free global streaming platform for performances.
“Oliver is a visionary leader with a global view,” said Suzanna Laramee, Newport Classical’s board president. “His expertise in strategic planning, audience development, digital innovation, and fundraising will be instrumental as we pursue our strategic goals.”
Inteeworn will lead implementation of the organization’s 2025-2028 strategic plan, which focuses on expanding national and global recognition, engaging the Newport community, generating new revenue streams and maintaining organizational health.
“I see enormous potential for exponential growth on this already exceptional foundation,” Inteeworn said in a statement.
Prior to leading the ASO, Inteeworn served as its general manager from 2007 to 2018 and was the founding managing director of The Orchestra Now at Bard College. He holds degrees from the University of Music Saarbrücken in Germany and Columbia University.
Newport Classical, founded in 1969, is the most active year-round performing arts organization on Aquidneck Island.