Jasen Emmons
Director of Initiatives and Partnerships
Jasen leads new project initiatives for Curious Beast, and cultivates the partnerships and client relationships that are key to our success. Acting as a chief advocate, he works closely with our clients to ensure the greatest impact for their projects. Passionate about storytelling, he also drives narrative and content development for our work.
A proven curatorial director, Jasen led the artistic evolution of the Museum of Pop Culture (originally Experience Music Project) in Seattle for 13 years, leading multiple interdisciplinary teams to create compelling and innovative exhibitions and digital experiences for diverse audiences, and helping the museum to significantly expand its audience and become self-sustaining. His 20 years of museum experience also includes working closely with museum founders, board members, and donors, as well as partnering with other museums, non-profits, and corporations.
Jasen has an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Washington, and a BS in journalism from the University of Oregon.