Becca Vaclavik isn’t a Colorado native, but her passion for Greeley could fool anyone.
A Greeley resident since 2015, Vaclavik’s immense pride in the city will fuel her work as the Greeley Creative District’s first full-time executive director.
“I have just fallen in love with Greeley more and more year over year,” Vaclavik said. “I want to be here. I want to encourage others to be here and grow deep roots in our community.”
The Greeley Creative District has been a bastion for creatives since 2012, helping connect them to businesses and other outlets so their creativity and art can reach the masses.
“The whole point of our organization is to help support and amplify creative industries in our community,” said board President Becky Safarik.
Vaclavik, who began in her role with the district on June 23, is stepping up at an exciting time for the district.
On Wednesday, the district will host a groundbreaking for the Creative Center of Greeley at the former Allnutt Funeral Home, 702 13th St. The center will serve as the new home of the district, which plans to move in by the end of this year. The district is temporarily located at 924 8th Ave.
“It’s an incredibly exciting time,” Vaclavik said. “We our on the cusp of elevating what we’re able to offer in terms of support services in Greeley. And that is exciting to me that we are in this generative growing space.”
The groundbreaking will kick off a five-year renovation of the building. The 14,000-square-foot space is expected to house collaborative workspaces for creatives and professional spaces where artists can meet with clients or other important people. Vaclavik said Stage 1 of the project will also include the creation of a staff office, break room, gathering areas and a multi-purpose room.
From networking to events, the district’s work has outgrown relying on an all-volunteer staff. With many connections and resources already established for the district, Vaclavik hopes to continue that while maintaining its vision and goals.
The district hosts a variety of events throughout the year, with Youth Art Month, Do Tell and Cacophony of Creatives as their marquee events.
Youth Art Month took place in March, providing local artists from Greeley-Evans School District 6 and charter schools the chance to display their artwork at 25 different downtown Greeley locations. In April, speakers came together to deliver a series of talks about their lives for Do Tell, each relating to a specific topic.
And starting in May, the Cacophony of Creatives have been help monthly, helping creatives network and bringing in guests who speak about various topics in the creative world and market.
Though the Creative District and the Greeley Downtown Development Authority both put on events to bring attention to local talents, the two organizations have distinct visions and goals. It’s a common misconception to think they’re one and the same, Vaclavik and Safarik said.
As Vaclavik focuses on providing amenities and opportunities to local artists and creatives, she will work to distinguish its work.
Vaclavik was born in Indiana, where she earned a bachelor’s in theater management from the University of Evansville. At Evansville, she met her husband, Austin, and after graduating, the two moved to New York City before arriving in Greeley.
Vaclavik previously worked in the communications and engagement department for the city of Greeley.
Safarik said she sees Vaclavik not only excelling in the role but also fulfilling the district’s mission, while fostering new creative outlets for the community and all creative minds in it.
Vaclavik said Greeley sets itself apart by being a welcoming community. Her authenticity and love for the city were a part of the many reasons Safarik said she was ideal for the role and to lead the district into its future.
Greeley Creative District board president Becky Safarik explains to donor Roy Wardell the plan to keep some of the ornate features of the former Allnutt Funeral Service Macy Chapel. Wardell donated $1.5 million to get the project started. (Sharon Dunn/BizWest)Even with the growth happening in Greeley, Vaclavik said there are still unseen artists and creatives the district wants to connect with to help and shape. Even with the growth in outreach the district has had over the years, there are still more creatives to find.
Vaclavik hopes to find them and give them the spotlight the district has given others, such as the Union Colony Civic Center, the Colorado Dance Collective, Wonderhand Studios and others over the past decade.
“If you’re out there, and you’re one of those people, we want to help you. We want to support you and celebrate you,” Vaclavik said.
For more information on the district and to explore its resources, go to greeleycreativedistrict.org.
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