The inaugural WAF Conference will be hosted in person on 28 – 29 September 2022, at the majestic Villa Arconati-FAR, Milan, Italy.
Fondazione Augusto Rancilio, WAF Conference 2022 Venue
Being the only dedicated gathering for all Art Foundations from around the world, the WAF Conference will be a unique opportunity to reconvene following unprecedented times. Art-world leaders will be evaluating the current landscape for Founders and Executives and discuss how to best support artists and engage even further with audiences to ensure financial sustainability.
Exploring the Strategic Role of Art Foundations to Strengthen Creative Potential
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS TO DATE
Koen Vanmechelen
Co-Founder and Artisic Dircetor
Mouth Foundation, (Museum of Understanding, Trust and Humanity)
CONFERENCE AGENDA
Wednesday 28th September 2022- Day One
07:45 Conference Registration & Networking Welcome Breakfast
09:00 Welcome Remarks
09:15 Panel Discussion:
‘The Role of Art Foundations in the 2020s: Reflection & Aspirations’
11:00 Networking Coffee Break
11:30 Panel Discussion:
‘Stimulating & Promoting Diverse Voices from Artists to Audiences’
13:00 Networking Lunch
14:15 Panel Discission:
‘Retaining Founder’s Wishes from Generation to Generation’
15:30 Networking Coffee Break
16:00 Networking Roundtable Discussions
18:00 Networking Drinks Reception hosted by Pirelli HangarBicocca
Thursday 29th September 2022- Day Two
08:45 Networking Breakfast
09:30
‘Environmental Sustainability & the Impact of Art in a Decarbonising World’
11:15 Networking Coffee Break
11:45 ‘Environmentally Conscious Programming’
13:00 Networking Lunch
14:15 ‘Innovative Approaches for Impactful Outcomes’
15:30 Networking Coffee Break
16:00 ‘Successful Financing Models: Thinking Outside the Box’
17:40 Networking Closing Drinks Reception &
Private Guided Tour of the Villa Arconati
18:45 End of WAF Conference 2022
Drinks Reception hosted by Pirelli HangarBicocca
Conference attendees will be invited to a drinks reception at Pirelli HangarBicocca followed by a private tour of Bruce Nauman’s exhibition entitled ‘Neons, Corridors & Rooms’.
- Welcome Address: Marco Tronchetti Provera, Chairman, Pirelli HangarBicocca
- Exhibition’s Introduction: Vicente Todolí, Artistic Director, Pirelli HangarBicocca & Roberta Tenconi, Curator, Pirelli HangarBicocca
WITH THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS & VENUE PARTNER
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WHY ATTEND
Join us at the WAF Conference 2022 and enjoy 2 days of exclusive content and one-to-one networking opportunities with decision-makers of global art foundations, art-world leaders and international suppliers.
200+
Delegates
50+
Speakers
20+
Countries Represented
2 Days
of Unique Content
C-Level
Attendees
10+ Hours
of exclusive
networking
opportunities
Understand
the impact of the metaverse on art foundations
Discuss
the role and impact of art foundations in the 2020’s
Connect
with like-minded organisations and establish new connections
Strengthen
existing relationships and forge new partnerships
Source
innovative and forward-thinking suppliers
Gain
direct access to decision-makers under one roof
VENUE & ACCOMMODATION
Built in a grand Baroque style over the 17th and 18th centuries, the historical Villa Arconati-FAR will be hosting the WAF Conference over two days. Villa Arconati-FAR is a heritage of great historical, cultural and architectural value. Considered to be an Italian revisitation of Louis XIV’s Versailles, the structure of the Regia Villa is presented today as it was completed by the Arconati family in the late 18th century.
Fondazione Augusto Rancilio is hosting an exhibition by Chinese artist Angela Lyn entitled ‘On the Edge of Time’ that will be on display during the WAF Conference 2022 and open to all attendees.
Address: Villa Arconati-FAR, Via Fametta, 1, 20021 Castellazzo Milan, Italy
To book your accommodation, please find a Hotel Map link to see nearby hotels. We recommend you book early to avoid disappointment. Please note it is the responsibility of the delegates to book their accommodation.
BOOK YOUR PLACE
WAF Members
Full Access: 2 Days Of Unique Content + All Networking Functions: €430.00
Non Members
Full Access: 2 Days Of Unique Content + All Networking Functions: €860.00
All Prices Exclude VAT
Click Here to find out more about our WAF Member programme. The annual fee is €350.00