Elle Bourgeois is passionate about building community through the arts. Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, Elle trained as a classic ballet dancer and moved on to study Art History & Communications, which eventually led to her current position as VP of Marketing & Communications at Design Miami/, the global forum for collectible design. Elle looks forward to connecting with the Bakehouse community and supporting the organization's incredible mission as co-chair of the newly launched Bakers’ Dozen membership program.

Why is it important to support artists and the organizations that serve them?

It is imperative to help artist-serving organizations because artists energize, mobilize, and connect people through their work. Without the financial support from private donors, organizations like Bakehouse would not be able to fulfill their critical missions. 

What inspires you about Bakehouse? 

I love that Bakehouse is a creative ecosystem filled with talented creatives with boundless potential. Every visit sparks new inspiration! 

Why should someone donate to Bakehouse?

By supporting Bakehouse, you help elevate and value the works of artists in Miami by allowing us to provide affordable studio spaces where artists can create and engage with the broader community.

Bakehouse turns 35 this year. What is your birthday wish for Bakehouse as it celebrates this pivotal anniversary? 

It would be great to see increased public support for this incredible work Bakehouse is doing to celebrate the arts and address the need for affordable space for artists in Miami. 

Where would you like to see Bakehouse in three years? 

I hope that Bakehouse will be well on its way in realizing its expanded future arts campus that will include affordable live and live-work spaces.