As the VP of Programming, Ragen works with arts organizations, artists, schools, and municipalities to provide arts opportunities for teachers, students, and the public. She holds a BS in Business Administration and a BA in Dance from UNC Greensboro.

Prior to joining United Arts in 2012 and while living in Los Angeles, Ragen served as Operations & Development Manager for the Ford Theatre Foundation where she produced a multi-cultural arts series for families and a participatory arts series for the public. When not working, Ragen is learning how to be an emotional support human for her rescue pitty, Rosie.