Ehren Valmé’s research interests involve the fundamental building blocks of organizational success; finance, operations, and strategy. Understanding how these elements influence individual and organizational behavior is the key for developing reliable insights as a leader in the arts.

Navigating the complex landscape of leading arts groups, Keeping Score: Performance Measurement in Arts Organizations zooms into how America's renowned orchestras, including the famed "Big 5," tackle challenges and strategize revival. Tapping into financial insights and blending them with unique approaches from dynamical systems theory, the research uncovers underlying forces guiding these entities. Through a careful blend of various organizational insights, the study paves the way for the leaders of performing arts organizations to anticipate shifts, adapt, and thrive in a constantly changing environment. This work is the first step towards a guide to ensure these cultural gems remain resilient and influential.