Artisphere welcomes eight new board members for 2026-27
November 3, 2026
Artisphere, presented by Prisma Health, has announced its newest board members for the 2026-27 term, bringing together leaders from business, health care, real estate, law, marketing and the arts to support the organization’s mission.
The new board members will help guide Artisphere’s continued growth and strengthen its role as a cultural cornerstone in Greenville, bringing nationally recognized artists to the Upstate and creating opportunities for the community to engage with art and creativity.
- Ann Duckett is a semi-retired marketing executive and active community volunteer.
- Audrey Frey is South Carolina market leader for CBRE, bringing extensive commercial real estate leadership experience and a commitment to building thriving communities.
- Polly Gaillard is head of advancement at the Greenville County Museum of Art, where she oversees public relations, marketing, development and storytelling surrounding the museum’s nationally recognized collection of American art.
- Rivers Hughes is vice president of Hughes Investments, a Greenville-based real estate development firm. He also supports arts and cultural initiatives through his leadership with Young Friends of Florence.
- Jaxon Lang is president and CEO of AFL and serves on the board of directors for the Upstate South Carolina American Heart Association.
- James Robbins is a labor and employment attorney with Ogletree Deakins and secretary of the Fred Collins Foundation.
- Sharyl Smith is chief marketing and strategy officer for Prisma Health, where she champions the impact of community engagement.
- Hayley Thrift is director of public relations for Spinx. She brings experience in public relations, government affairs and community engagement, along with a passion for the arts.
The new board members bring a range of professional expertise and community connections to Artisphere as the organization continues to promote the arts and strengthen Greenville’s cultural landscape.
