Utah Symphony And Utah Opera Merger

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    performance level. Looking at the merger scenario between the Utah Symphony and the Utah Opera we can see that Bill Bailey, the chairman of the board of the Utah Symphony organization should use the Adam’s equity theory to stress his opposition to the merger. Currently the opera is financially stable while the symphony is not. The opera has also been utilizing funds wisely, while the symphony has been acting to the contrary. If a merger should occur, the opera employees may perceive that this is

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    Utah Symphony and Utah Opera: Merger Proposal 1.   Illustrate how Bill Bailey, chairman of the board of the Utah Opera Organization, might use one theory of motivation to oppose or support the merger. Bill Bailey is currently the chairman of the board of the Utah Opera Organization.    If you use one of the above motivation theories and knowing Bill Bailey's position as chairman of the board I think he could use McClelland’s Need Theory to support the merger.   The use of the McClelland’s

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    chairman of the board of the Utah Opera regarding the proposed merger with the Utah Symphony was over the financial strength of the opera compared with the financial liabilities of the symphony. Another concern of Bill’s is that the opera would lose its identity through the merger. Initial concerns aside, Bill determined that a merger between the two organizations would benefit them both over time. Bill now has the task of gaining support for the merger from the symphony board of directors. A theory

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    Task 2 Financial and Leadership Strengths and Weaknesses of the Utah Symphony The financial strengths of the Utah Symphony will now be addressed. One financial strength of the Symphony is the amount of endowments it receives. There are two groups, I and II, which receive endowments. The Utah symphony is in group II and that group gets an average of $8.8 Million per year (Delong & Ager, 2005, p. 4). Another major strength would be the amount of revenue brought in by performances. The 2000-2001

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    Utah Symphony Analysis Financial Strengths: The Utah Symphony received approximately 5% of its incoming from their endowment fund annually. The organization raised $3,829 in revenue from rental fees, sets, props, costumes, box office, etc. However, the symphony believes that the fundraising contributions are sufficient enough currently to allow ticket prices to remain the same as the prior year is successful. The up side is that there was a $116,308 in surplus at the end of the year. Utah Symphony

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    September 11, 2001, support for the arts has been on the decline. A proposal has been presented that would merge the Utah Opera and the Utah Symphony. The belief is that this merger will help to cut costs and improve the perception of the two organizations, thus bringing interest back to the arts. Below is a list of the key players: Anne Ewers – General Director of Utah Opera since 1991. Known to be a very capable person and was presented with the opportunity to become the CEO of the newly

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    Developing an action plan for Anne Ewers The Utah Symphony has proven its ability to generate substantial sums of Revenue with both performance revenues and by securing large sums of income from governmental grants along with generous contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations. The Symphony’s ability to draw large crowds along with their demanding schedule length allows them to offer the community ample opportunities to participate. The Symphony provides sustainability for 83 full time

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    Utah Symphony Merger

    | Utah Symphony and Opera Merger | Organizational Management | Assignment 1 | | . | Abstract The purpose of this merger is to combine the skills and resources of Utah Symphony and Opera Merger for better productivity and success. In this merger, focus will be given to the fundamental changes that will be conclusive for the smooth running of business operations for both the companies. With this analysis, Ann Ewers, the General Director of Utah Opera has to decide whether the

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    Illustrate how Bill Bailey, chairman of the board of the Utah Opera Organization, might use one theory of motivation to oppose or support the merger: As Chairman of the Board of Utah’s Opera; Bill Bailey may feel positive about the possible merger between the Opera and the Utah Symphony but may consider employing the motivating principles of Victor Vroom’s “Expectancy Theory,” to ensure the success of this endeavor. Although the Opera may have historically been the more financially solvent and

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    Financial and Leadership Strengths and Weaknesses of the Utah Symphony The financial strengths of the Utah Symphony will now be addressed. One financial strength of the Symphony is the amount of endowments it receives. There are two groups, I and II, which receive endowments. The Utah symphony is in group II and that group gets an average of $8.8 Million per year (Delong & Ager, 2005, p. 4). Another major strength would be the amount of revenue brought in by performances. The 2000-2001 season

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