Chloe Cunningham is among three new employees to join the Arts Council this summer and has already started meeting with community leaders to help create programs for nonprofit organizations.

Chloe is Little Rock born-and-raised. She's a proud alumna of AmeriCorps and Hendrix College. Outside of work, she loves to spend time with her family and plan her next vacation.

We recently got a chance to catch up with Chloe as she learns the ins and outs of her new job.

Questions:

Q: Sweet or Savory?

      A: Savory all day.

Q: What pets do you have and what are their names?

      A: I have two orange kittens named Frida Kahlo and Georgia O'Keefe.

Q: Where is the weirdest place you have vacationed?

      A: My weirdest vacation was driving my grandma across the country to visit Mount Rushmore.

Q: What is your art or creative outlet?

      A: My creative outlet is learning new things and researching random topics all the time.

Q: What does your job here entail?

      A: I'm here to engage new communities in Arts Council programs and make sure everyone can access the valuable resources that we offer.

Q: Where do you hope to see the arts in Arkansas in five years?

      A: In 5 years, I want to see more recognition for underserved artists and a stronger infrastructure to support creatives throughout the state.

Q: Why do you think the arts are important?

      A: The arts are a key part of culture and the way we experience the world. Without art, we wouldn't be able to communicate all the weird and wonderful things about life.