Whitley's AuctioneersBusiness Development Manager (Art and Museums) | Media Manager
Oct. 2017 - Apr. 2020485 South Federal Highway• Developed, maintained, and fostered relationships with estate managers, museums, and private collectors, producing over 1.5 million USD in estate consignments of art, decorative objects, designer furniture, and jewelry. • Curated genres of art including Street, Pop, Realism, and Impressionist for auctions and exhibitions featuring over 500 lots for in-person previews in the gallery. • Performed 2-4 live auctions per week and represented collectors on phone bidding. •Operated 100 to 1000+ object consignment projects to completion including client meetings, contract negotiation, locating objects of value, creating inventory, and coordinating pickup and delivery to the auction house. •Liaised interdepartmental communications including fine and decorative art experts, photography, and logistics teams. •Cultivated relationships with centers of influence through participation in industry-related associations, including attending meetings, giving live presentations, and guest speaking. •Coordinated with auction house owners in the development of new opportunities, budget, upfront planning, and ad hoc requests. •Negotiated contracts and planned advertising campaigns with leading online partners such as ArtNet.com, Invaluable, BidSquare, LiveAuctioneers, The SaleRoom, and EPAI Live, resulting in a 40% increase in online sales revenue and 25% growth in customer acquisition.