The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture Announces New Board Member

April 30, 2012 - PRLog -- The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture, whose programs aim at bringing the wisdom of the humanities into the practical life of the city, has announced Marie Brehm as a new member of the board.  Ms. Brehm is a retired CPA with more than 20 years of experience, most recently serving as acting Partner at Brehm & Company and Weaver LLP.

“We are privileged to have Marie serve on the board of The Dallas Institute as we continue our mission to provide new, intellectually stimulating programs to the Dallas community,” said J. Larry Allums Ph.D., executive director of the Dallas Institute. “Her prior experience with numerous non-profits in Dallas will be a tremendous asset to us and the city as a whole.”

Since retiring in 2010, Brehm has provided consulting, accounting and tax services to entrepreneurs in the start up phase of their small businesses. She serves extensively on boards and committees throughout the Dallas community, including those of Ursuline Academy, Jesuit College Preparatory School, the Kappa Alpha Theta Dallas Alumnae Foundation, the Dallas Christian Women’s Job Corp, Bishop Lynch High School, St. Rita Catholic Community and St. Rita School Parents’ Club.

“I am excited to embark on this new opportunity with The Dallas Institute,” Brehm said. “It is such an honor to be a part of this organization, which brings new ideas and thought leaders to our community to challenge and expand our views.”

About the Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture
The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture is a 501(c)3 nonprofit educational organization with a 20-member Board of Directors comprised of community leaders.  Created in 1980, The Dallas Institute is a center for creative and intellectual exchange, providing enriching programs for the public that are grounded in the wisdom of the humanities, laying the foundation for Dallas to realize its full potential for cultural excellence.   The Dallas Institute is located at 2719 Routh Street, Dallas, Texas 75201.  For information, call (214) 871-2440, or visit www.DallasInstitute.org.