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Strategic insight for the arts.

James Morrill, CEO & Founder

Founder Bio

A leader and self-starter in the art industry with over 17 years experience. James is the founder of Art Enterprise Resources where he provides full service strategic and financial guidance to arts organizations of varying sizes and missions. Before founding Art Enterprise Resources in 2023, James served as Global CFO at David Zwirner where he played a vital role in expanding staff and gallery locations throughout the US, Europe, and Asia. 

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In his co-founded personal project, running from 2010-2016, Rawson Projects, James had the pleasure of working with and showcasing artists like Jamian Juliano-Villani, Nathaniel Mary Quinn, Wendy White, Davina Semo, and more. With an extensive background and support in the arts, James has a BA in Art History from Wake Forest University and holds an MBA from Columbia Business School. He is also an active board member for Young New Yorkers, a restorative justice art program.

What we do

Process

    1. Objective gathering

    2. Conduct a thorough review of current business model

    1. Coach executive leadership & analyze financial statements

    2. Plan for the addition of recommended financial strategies

    3. Set up a system for monitoring financial performance

    1. Provide regular financial reports and analysis

    2. Maintain contact to ensure continued success

Overview

    1. Long-term financial planning 

    2. Development of strategic initiatives 

    3. Scenario planning

    1. Budgeting and forecasting

    2. Cash flow management

    3. Financial goal setting

    1. Guide and advise on expansion plans 

    2. Assistance with securing financing for expansion

    3. Equity and asset financing strategies

A Closer Look

    1. Performance analysis 

    2. Profitability analysis 

    3. Benchmark against industry standards

    1. Assess risk and opportunity

    2. Develop systems for smooth tax filing and inquiry processes

    3. Identify a set of mastered tax professionals

    1. Identify areas for cost-saving 

    2. Isolate areas for improvement 

How we do it

Operations

    1. Streamlining client operations

    2. Inventory management 

    3. Process optimization

    1. Identify financial and operational systems 

    2. Train on financial management software

    1. Assist organizational design and restructure to improve efficiency

    2. Develop change management strategies to support restructure

    3. Advise on workforce planning strategies to ensure future business needs are met

What Our Clients Say

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Jane Smith, LES Gallery

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Jane Smith, LES Gallery

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Jane Smith, LES Gallery

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