Felicia Gutmans

Dynamic professional in cultural project management and arts administration with over six years of experience in the art and technology sectors. My career has provided me with expertise in partnership development, exhibition implementation, and project coordination. Passionate about cultural innovation, I am dedicated to creating impactful and accessible artistic experiences that resonate with diverse audiences. Having grown up in Geneva and spent nine enriching years in London before returning to the city, I bring a global perspective to my work. Bilingual in English and French, I excel at building strong relationships with artists, institutions and stakeholders to drive meaningful cultural projects forward.

Gutmans Gallery, Fine art gallery and events 
Founder and Director 

Geneva May 2023 - June 2024

●  Founded and managed all strategic, operational, financial, and administrative aspects of the gallery

●  Developed and coordinated exhibitions and events in Geneva and internationally, including a long-term partnership with

The Ritz Carlton Hotel de la Paix in Geneva, unique corporate art events and pop-up shows in gallery spaces

●  Coordinated artist and service provider contracts, including negotiation, issuance, and invoicing

●  Built and maintained relations with artists, agents, cultural institutions, sponsors, and corporate partners

●  Fostered collaborations with international art fairs, including Photo Basel 2024 and AAF Hampstead 2024 and cultural institutions, enhancing the gallery's reputation and visibility in the global art community

●  Designed and implemented innovative art programs and workshops that attracted a diverse audience and increased community engagement by up to 77% by event

●  Monitored and managed event-specific budgets for shows, events and business collaborations

●  Managed all communications and digital marketing, including website content, social media campaigns and newsletters

Artsy, Online art marketplace and e-commerce platform 

Senior Account Executive (French and English-speaking) 

London Mar 2019 - Jan 2023

●  Managed a portfolio of art gallery clients across Europe, generating over $1M+ in Annual Recurring Revenue

●  Acted as the primary contact for all client queries and administrative needs

●  Executed sales processes from prospecting and contract negotiation to closing and client management

●  Used data analysis to enhance client engagement and understand market trends

●  Collaborated with marketing, operations, and legal teams to deliver successful client projects

●  Ensured accurate reporting for all projects and encouraged digital tool adoption, achieving 208% of target Q3 '22

●  Managed client pipelines, growing portfolio revenue by 36% in Q3 ‘22, forecasting performance using Salesforce

SaaStock, Trade shows for SaaS professionals 

Account Executive London Jun 2018 - Mar 2019 

●  Developed custom partnerships and managed client accounts, advising on technical and commercial strategies

●  Coordinated internal teams to ensure timely client deliverables and event logistics

●  Liaised with clients at global events to ensure strong relationships and smooth operations

University College London (UCL)                           London - Graduated 2018

MSc. Digital Humanities - Merit

University College London (UCL)                          London - Graduated 2017

BA Hons. History of Art - 2:1