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Photo ⓒ Joshi Radin

​​Curator, Arts Administrator and Cultural Diplomat
Accomplished professional with rich experience in directing high-profile cultural initiatives, exhibitions, and cultural programs.

In 2018 I governed all facets of the project presented by the US Pavilion at the Venice Architecture Biennale. A cultural diplomat, I excel in orchestrating public programs and exhibitions, working with international artists and prestigious institutions, to foster cross-cultural exchanges and advance initiatives that champion equity, diversity, and inclusion to forge international relations with interpersonal, leadership, and creative skills.

Curatorial
My profession is focused on the management and production of exhibitions that explore current relevant issues through art and design. With experience developed while working in the hectic world of Biennials, I enjoy each and every moment of exhibitions planning, from the spark of a new concept to the physical installation of artworks. 

Community Engagement
My curatorial work extends to the production of public programs, that aim at promoting all sorts of cultural practices and performing arts, actively engaging communities nationally and internationally.  

Cultural Diplomacy
Working with international artists and institutions across countries, I expanded my professional focus to include cultural diplomacy. My work aims to unveil cross-cultural practices as a platform for discussion around politically and socially engaged issues.
I had come to believe that art must be disturbing, art must ask questions, art must predict the future.
Marina Abramović , "Walk Through Walls"

Experience

ISTITUTO ITALIANO DI CULTURA DI CHICAGO, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
​Chicago, IL - since Jan. 2022 
  • Curates cultural programs and exhibitions to produce engaging content and oversee logistics of such initiatives.
  • Fosters partnerships with esteemed institutions and serves as distinguished representative of the Institute.
  • Works with international artists and institutions to develop projects across countries, promoting culture through diplomatic work in complex and multilingual environments.
  • Directs dynamic communication campaigns and formulate innovative promotional strategies.
  • Manages budget and financial undertakings, and ensures compliance with regulations.
  • Supervises training and development of interns. 
PEGGY NOTEBAERT NATURE MUSEUM, EXHIBITS PROJECT MANAGER
​Chicago, IL - Oct. 2019 to Aug. 2021
  • Developed and administered inclusive budgets and production schedules to maintain fiscal discipline, while fostering creative outcomes.
  • Served as dynamic liaison among education, visitor service, and marketing departments to improve exhibit visibility and educational impact.
  • Oversaw procurement and strategic development of leased exhibitions by diligently tracking exhibit production and guaranteeing pristine condition of exhibit elements upon arrival and departure.
  • Contributed to museum's commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and positive workplace climate by actively participating in relevant teams.
US PAVILION, VENICE BIENNALE 2018, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF EXHIBITION AND PROGRAMS
​Chicago, IL - Aug. 2017 to Jun. 2019
  • Crafted and executed comprehensive budgets and production schedules to uphold financial discipline, while nurturing innovative results.
  • Coordinated shipping, handling, and registration processes for artworks by sustaining meticulous records and verifying integrity of pieces.
  • Steered planning and execution of related programs and events by serving as primary contact for Italian partner organizations.
  • Spearheaded administrative and development tasks, such as fundraising efforts in collaboration with SAIC and UChicago, and contributed to creation of Digital Pavilion and US Pavilion catalog to augment communication strategies
CHICAGO ARCHITECTURE BIENNIAL, PROGRAM ASSISTANT
Chicago, IL - Jun. 2017 to Sept. 2017
  • Events coordination: assisted in coordinating events logistics and production; managed development and realization of selected special programs.
  • ​Content management: collected and managed information related to exhibition production; database management; web management; production of information materials (Indesign).
  • Administrative support: managed office maintenance; organized staff meetings; front office services. 
ROGER BROWN STUDY COLLECTION, CURATORIAL ASSISTANT
Chicago, IL - Sept. 2016 to May 2017
  • Collection management: assisted in conservation and interpretation of objects and artworks.
  • Contributed to the development of a digital database and catalogue raisonné (Filemaker Pro).
  • Provided guided tours of the collection.
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