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The Art World is Changing

We are enabling its Innovation by investing in Creatives.

We envision a world in which visual artists and curators develop visual stories that tell their unique truths, preserve culture, achieve community empowerment, and build entrepreneurial practices.

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Our Mission & Vision

Flourish, a Chicago-based national arts model, empowers artists, curators, and communities through education, entrepreneurship, and partnerships. Utilizing business mentorship, collaboration, and community engagement, it accelerates emerging creative careers and preserves Chicago's cultural heritage, aiming to transform the city into a world-class arts and entrepreneurship hub by supporting diverse voices and sustainable growth.

sponsors

Gary and Denise Family Foundation • Camiel Irving • Diane Dinkins-Carr • Gallery 4919 

Our Community

advisors

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    Marquis Miller

    Innovation and Museum Engagement

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  • Thomas Moore III

    Strategic Partnerships and Fundraising

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    Monique Brinkman-Hill

    Artist Development and Community Engagement

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    Billy Ocasio

    Equitable Funding and Partnerships

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    Danny Dunson

    Curator and Storytelling

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    Bryan Perry

    Contracts and Licensing

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    Daonne Huff

    Public Programs and Artist Development

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Board Members

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    Michael Mcintosh

    Marketing Strategy and Technology Enablement

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    CHADWICK GILES

    Marketing and Sales

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    Loren Johnson

    Strategy and Community Engagement

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    Curtis Young

    Entrepreneurship and Artist Development

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    Atif Bostic

    Economic Development

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  • MJ Stewart

    People Strategy

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    Alexandra Daniels

    Attorney

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