Profile
Nina Needleman is currently the Director at Sheldon Arts Foundation.
She is also a Board Member at Sheldon Concert Hall & Art Galleries since 2015 and an Advisory Board Member at Lift For Life Gym, Inc. since 2008.
Previously, she worked as a Financial Advisor at Premier Financial Partners LLC from 2002 to 2007 and as an Advisor at Prosper Capital LLC from 2015 to 2017.
She completed her undergraduate degree at Washington University in St. Louis and earned an MBA from Olin Business School.
Nina Needleman active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
Sheldon Arts Foundation
Sheldon Arts Foundation Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Operates bands and orchestras | Director/Board Member | - |
Sheldon Concert Hall & Art Galleries
Sheldon Concert Hall & Art Galleries Sheldon Concert Hall & Art Galleries is a historic cultural institution that serves as a concert hall, art gallery, community collaborator, and arts educator. The private company is based in St. Louis, MO. It hosts more than 350 events annually featuring local, national, and international artists, and offers a diverse exhibition program, including an Indigenous American artists' exhibit running through May 2026. The venue provides educational programs such as STEAM initiatives, youth choruses, and instrument donation efforts, reaching over 20,000 students each year. It also offers event spaces for weddings, corporate functions, and galas, with amenities like a catering kitchen and acoustics. Tickets are sold through MetroTix online or by phone, and parking is available nearby with credit/debit card payment. Administrative and box office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and gallery hours are Wednesday to Saturday. | Director/Board Member | 30/04/2015 |
Lift For Life Gym, Inc.
Lift For Life Gym, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Lift For Life Gym, Inc. is a community-focused youth fitness and mentoring center that provides free fitness activities, including powerlifting and basketball training, as well as mentoring, career and college readiness support, and nutritious meals. The private company is based in St. Louis, MO. The gym offers a safe after-school environment for youth aged 8-18, promoting physical, mental, social, and spiritual development, especially for those facing poverty. It also addresses broader social challenges such as youth crime and hunger, relying on community partnerships, donations, and volunteers to deliver its services at no cost, including free transportation for participants. The company was founded in 1988 by Marshall Cohen. | Consultant / Advisor | 31/12/2007 |
Former positions of Nina Needleman
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Prosper Capital LLC /Missouri/
Prosper Capital LLC /Missouri/ Investment ManagersFinance Prosper Capital invests in women led companies located in the United States. The firm targets companies operating across a broad range of sectors. It provides financing for early stage capital requirements. | Consultant / Advisor | 30/09/2017 |
Premier Financial Partners LLC
Premier Financial Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Provides investment advice | Consultant / Advisor | 31/12/2006 |
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| Private companies | 7 |
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Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University in St. Louis Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Sheldon Arts Foundation
Sheldon Arts Foundation Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Operates bands and orchestras | Consumer Services |
Olin Business School
Olin Business School Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Premier Financial Partners LLC
Premier Financial Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Provides investment advice | Finance |
Sheldon Concert Hall & Art Galleries
Sheldon Concert Hall & Art Galleries Sheldon Concert Hall & Art Galleries is a historic cultural institution that serves as a concert hall, art gallery, community collaborator, and arts educator. The private company is based in St. Louis, MO. It hosts more than 350 events annually featuring local, national, and international artists, and offers a diverse exhibition program, including an Indigenous American artists' exhibit running through May 2026. The venue provides educational programs such as STEAM initiatives, youth choruses, and instrument donation efforts, reaching over 20,000 students each year. It also offers event spaces for weddings, corporate functions, and galas, with amenities like a catering kitchen and acoustics. Tickets are sold through MetroTix online or by phone, and parking is available nearby with credit/debit card payment. Administrative and box office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and gallery hours are Wednesday to Saturday. | |
Prosper Capital LLC /Missouri/
Prosper Capital LLC /Missouri/ Investment ManagersFinance Prosper Capital invests in women led companies located in the United States. The firm targets companies operating across a broad range of sectors. It provides financing for early stage capital requirements. | Finance |
Lift For Life Gym, Inc.
Lift For Life Gym, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Lift For Life Gym, Inc. is a community-focused youth fitness and mentoring center that provides free fitness activities, including powerlifting and basketball training, as well as mentoring, career and college readiness support, and nutritious meals. The private company is based in St. Louis, MO. The gym offers a safe after-school environment for youth aged 8-18, promoting physical, mental, social, and spiritual development, especially for those facing poverty. It also addresses broader social challenges such as youth crime and hunger, relying on community partnerships, donations, and volunteers to deliver its services at no cost, including free transportation for participants. The company was founded in 1988 by Marshall Cohen. | Commercial Services |
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