Houston-based integrated marketing and communications agency CKP has appointed Carlos Vicente as a director, effective immediately.

Vicente began his arts leadership journey at the Houston Symphony in 2006, serving as director of marketing for subscriptions, before going on to hold senior roles at Sarasota Opera, Grand Rapids Symphony, Orlando Ballet, and most recently the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas, where he served as vice president for marketing and sales. Beyond his institutional roles, Vicente has contributed to the field through board and governance service with the League of American Orchestras, Opera America, and the Amazonas Opera Festival.

“He’s been on both sides of the client/agency relationship and possesses unrivaled expertise that will help our clients grow their audiences,” CKP CEO and Founder Carey Kirkpatrick, said per an official press release.

“I’ve spent most of my career sitting in the very seat many of our clients now occupy,” Vicente added. “I look forward to serving as a trusted advisor and partner to culturally enriching organizations that make a real and lasting impact on communities across the nation.”

CKP is a Certified Woman-Owned business providing research-driven strategy, marketing, and communications support to clients across the arts and culture, hospitality, healthcare, energy, and civic sectors.