Plano State of the Arts event to feature AT&T exec

Plano’s 2026 State of the Arts event on April 14 will feature AT&T Chief Marketing and Growth Officer Kellyn Smith Kenney.

Collaborative Arts of Plano (CAP) and the Plano Chamber of Commerce are hosting this year’s Plano State of the Arts event on April 14 at the Courtyard Theater.

The event will start with a reception at 5:15 p.m., followed by the program themed “Art Inspires. Business Thrives.” The program includes remarks from John B. Muns, city officials, art leaders and business representatives. AT&T Chief Marketing and Growth Officer Kelly Smith Kenney will provide keynote remarks on the relationship between creativity, innovation and economic growth.

Following the keynote speech, a panel with Plano business and art leaders, and reports from representatives of arts organizations will take place.

The free event will take place at 5:15 p.m. on April 14 at the Courtyard Theater, located at 1509 H Ave.

Check out last year’s event here.

Disclaimer: Plano Magazine editor Alyssa High will be serving on a panel at the event discussing art and business in the city.