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JAMIE KNOWLES, PRINCIPAL

With a decade of experience holding prominent roles at Vogue, WME|IMG, Sotheby's and most recently with legendary photographer Mario Testino, Jamie Knowles has expert knowledge and business development experience across the cultural sectors, talent management, and media. 

While working with Mr. Testino, Jamie was part of the global development team tasked with launching MARIOTESTINO+, a full-service advertising agency, along with leading Mr. Testino's expansion into new commercial territories including digital initiatives, product development, consumer activations, and charitable giving.

At WME|IMG, Vogue, and Sotheby's Auction House, Jamie was a crucial member of the sales strategy and integrated marketing teams, where he leveraged his expertise in the arts and cultural sectors. During this time, Jamie also launched and operated art e-commerce start-up FolioCue, which offered affordable limited edition prints by some of today's leading contemporary artists. 

Jamie currently serves on Davidson College's alumni advisory committee for its art collection and future acquisitions. Prior to the above professional experiences, Jamie had a successful career as an internationally-exhibited contemporary artist, whose work has been auctioned to benefit leading institutions including The Whitney Museum of American Art and has been placed in notable private collections.