LANSING — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer appointed Marqeutte resident David Kronberg to the Michigan Arts and Culture Council last week. Kronberg is the CEO and co-founder of Van Abel and Kronberg Design LLC, a design and leadership solution for businesses and government. He is also the director of entrepreneurial services and outreach for Innovate Marquette SmartZone. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in studio art as well as a Master of Arts in education and studio art from Northern Michigan University. Kronberg is appointed for a term commencing Dec. 21 and expiring Sept. 1, 2026. David Kronberg succeeds Jessica Care Moore whose term has expired.

According to a press release from the governor’s office, the Michigan Arts and Culture Council serves to encourage, develop, and facilitate an enriched environment of creative and cultural activity in Michigan.

“The Council envisions a Michigan where every citizen celebrates the state’s cultural treasures and arts, and cultural experiences are accessible to all its citizens,” the release states.