Margie Kim has been appointed to the position of chief advancement officer for the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Chad Smith, David C. Bohnett CEO and chair of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association, announced on Jan. 28.

Kim joins the LA Phil from the Trust for Public Land in California, where she was the chief philanthropy officer.

“Margie is one of the most respected fundraisers in the business, committed to building a culture of philanthropy and advancing the strategic goals of the institutions she has served,” Smith said. “She joins the LA Phil’s executive team at an inflection point, as we launch into our second century of work, even more committed to advancing our art form and broadly serving the communities of Los Angeles. I look forward to welcoming Margie to the team.”

Kim assumes her new position Feb. 18 and reports to Smith. Her responsibilities include the leadership and management of all Los Angeles Philharmonic Association fundraising efforts, including the formulation, planning and execution of a fundraising strategy that incorporates and supports the LA Phil’s mission, donor stewardship and development operations, alongside the many facets of the development department.

The department encompasses annual fund, major gifts, grants, corporate sponsorships, planned giving, volunteer services, board development, endowment and capital campaigns, and special gala and recognition events for the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, The Ford and YOLA. Margie will also finish out the Centennial Campaign that commenced in 2012 and concludes in 2021 with a current goal of over $500 million.

“As an Angeleno, it is a great privilege to be able to give back to my city and our communities by joining the LA Phil,” Kim said.

For information, visit laphil.com.