Annabelle Cloutier

Annabelle Cloutier is a seasoned communications executive with 25 years of experience in the public and cultural sectors, recently appointed as the president and chief executive of the National Arts Centre in Ottawa. A trained lawyer and a passionate advocate for the arts, Cloutier has held significant roles, including director of communications and public affairs in the Office of the Secretary to the Governor General, where she worked closely with three governors-general. Known for her deep commitment to Canadian culture and the arts, she aims to engage with artists and audiences throughout Canada in her new leadership role.