Role Overview:

We seek an expert with prior experience in the professional art market (auction houses, galleries, art investment funds) and a strong background in alternative assets. You must have lived or worked in Australia, the United States, and APAC to navigate cultural and market nuances effectively. Your role will focus on investor fundraising (VC/PE), strategic partnerships, and regional expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leverage your professional art market background to position trading cards as a legitimate alternative asset class.
• Analyze trends in art, collectibles, and passion investments to guide business strategy.
• Secure capital from VCs, PEs, and art/collectibles-focused investors-experience in pitching art-backed deals is a plus.
• Use your on-the-ground experience in Australia, the US, and APAC to identify high-potential markets and partners.
• Navigate regional differences in collecting behavior, regulations, and investment mentalities.

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

• Professional art market experience (auctions, galleries, art finance, or related fields).
• Worked or lived in Australia, the United States, and APAC-cultural fluency is critical.
• Track record in fundraising (VC/PE) or business development in art/fintech/collectibles.