president, co-founder (& editor in chief of thebaresquare.com)

After creating value for his investors through acquisition, driving millions of website impressions in consumer e-commerce, commanding combat flying missions in the Air Force, and leading a revolution in marketing personalization, James continues to innovate by challenging the Art-ocracy and Empire of Film.

Trained in business, law, and mentorship, James focuses on creativity, execution, profitability, ethics, leadership, and innovation.

co-founder, director of art

Jennifer Wallace is a curator, art director, art collector, and business owner. Jen has produced dozens of exhibitions and events viewed by hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers, serving as guest curator at venues as varied as the Fountain Gallery, the Chelsea Market, Soho House, The Hammerstein Ballroom, and Cipriani's Club 55. A staunch advocate for artists, she spearheaded a not-for-profit conference that brought together the leaders of over 20 major NYC art organizations and companies to explore solutions to problems facing artists in the city. An art expert, she often speaks on panels to discuss art & emerging artists. As co-founder of nAscent Art New York, she helps clients with acquiring, leasing, and licensing fine art; advises companies and individuals; and helps charities raise money with art.

art consultant intern

Stephanie is currently a senior studying Communications and Fine Arts at Pace University. She has been living in New York for four years and has always been passionate about the arts. Stephanie hopes to immerse herself in the art world and give emerging artists the opportunity to showcase their talents. When she's not at a gallery or museum you might find her at a punk show.

editor of Art Seen

Iris graduated from Columbia University and is now pursuing a career as a video editor. She hopes to one day work in a post-production house editing short-form projects. Iris also loves to longboard and is combining her passions by shooting and editing her own longboarding video.