Kirk Whalum now CEO of Soulsville Foundation!!!

We are pleased to announce to you that internationally renowned jazz and gospel musician and native Memphian KIRK WHALUM has joined the Stax Museum, Stax Music Academy, and The Soulsville Charter School as our new President & CEO! Please join us in welcoming this incredible new addition to the Soulsville Family!

Kirk brings a wealth of music industry and show business expertise to the Foundation and will help us tell the world about all of the great work that we do.

We are also pleased to announce that Mark Wender (pictured above with Kirk) has joined the Soulsville Foundation as Chief Operating Officer. Mark has a long and prestigious career in various aspects of business, video production, and working with nonprofit organizations. Please join us in welcoming him as well.