Whitaker Gannon

Assistant to Director, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina

Whitaker Gannon recently attended Wake Forest University, as a Presidential Scholar, majoring in Communications and graduating cum laude. She participated in multiple theatrical productions in a various capacities (directing, performing, composing, and scenic designing). She aspires to combine her passion for the arts with her communication skill set to create visual and performing art, with an emphasis on social change. Her inspiration is Blake Gannon, her brother and best friend, who just happens to have autism. Whitaker has been involved in volunteer work for several organizations for individuals with ASD, in the Southeast and continues to be an ally for the differently-abled community.