Palm Beach Symphony Welcomes Kewan Smith as Director of Development

Palm Beach Symphony Welcomes Kewan Smith as Director of Development

Smith will lead the Symphony’s fundraising efforts that support

inspiring orchestral music and educational programming

West Palm Beach, Florida (October 1, 2025) – Palm Beach Symphony welcomed Kewan Smith as the organization’s first Director of Development.

As Director of Development, Smith is responsible for leading the Symphony’s strategic plan and driving donor solicitations.

“I am so grateful to have received such a warm welcome from my Palm Beach Symphony colleagues, Board of Directors, trustees and supporters,” Smith said. “I look forward to our upcoming season and contributing to the Symphony’s bright future.”

An accomplished fundraising executive, Smith brings more than 20 years of experience to the Symphony. He most recently served as Senior Director of Individual and Corporate Giving for New World Symphony in Miami Beach, where he led strategic initiatives to secure individual and corporate support for fellowships, performances and community programs, working closely with key philanthropic partners and donors to raise more than one million dollars for the annual fund and $500,000 in contributions for the annual gala.

Smith has an extensive background in the arts and philanthropy, overseeing national fundraising, marketing and advertising campaigns, and developing regional partnerships for Macy’s that resulted in millions of dollars for March of Dimes and Make-A-Wish Foundation, among others.

Smith earned his MBA from Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida and BA in Business Administration from Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia, graduating summa cum laude with honors from Phi Beta Kappa, Beta Gamma Sigma and Omicron Delta Kappa. He is also a member of the Sphinx Organization’s LEAD Cohort 4 and Engage for Good, demonstrating his passion and unwavering commitment to making a meaningful difference through philanthropy.

“As Palm Beach Symphony grows at an accelerated rate, we found it essential to add a Director of Development to our team who will fuel our growth,” said Palm Beach Symphony CEO David McClymont. “Kewan has the experience, leadership and passion to lead our fundraising campaigns and donor cultivation as we continue to bring our mission to engage, educate and entertain the greater Palm Beaches community to life.”

The Symphony is committed to artistic excellence, community involvement and music education and has made an impact throughout South Florida. Thanks to the generosity of donors, partners and supporters, the Symphony annually presents a season-long Masterworks Concert Series, the Dale A. McNulty Children’s Concert Series, the Instrument Donation Program, outreach to schools with educational programming and additional community engagement initiatives.

ABOUT PALM BEACH SYMPHONY

Palm Beach Symphony is South Florida’s premier orchestra known for its diverse repertoire and commitment to community. Founded in 1974, this 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization adheres to a mission of engaging, educating, and entertaining the greater community of the Palm Beaches through live performances of inspiring orchestral music. The orchestra is celebrated for delivering spirited performances by first-rate musicians and distinguished guest artists. Recognized by The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County with a 2020 Muse Award for Outstanding Community Engagement, Palm Beach Symphony continues to expand its education and community outreach programs with children’s concerts, student coaching sessions and master classes, instrument donations and free public concerts that have reached more than 90,000 students in recent years. For more information, visit www.palmbeachsymphony.org.

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