Quite simply, the great arts leader, through the organization they lead, changes the world. Using the SEARCH for Arts Leadership model, hosts James Abruzzo and Svenja Kluckow have elucidated the six characteristics appreciated and applied by the great arts leaders of the world. The arts leaders of the future will continue to be guided by these six characteristics, their emphasis becoming even more critical in a cultural climate that demands more from our leaders and institutions, including those in the arts. In fact, the arts have a unique and much-needed contribution to make: the importance of art in people’s lives cannot be overlooked, its ability to inspire and transform should not be under-appreciated. Great arts leaders believe in and harness this transformative power – they are motivated to make a difference.