Christopher Wise has 25 years’ experience working in the art world. As Vice President, Mr. Wise is responsible for expanding the Risk Strategies Fine Art practice with a broad section of clients including galleries, museums, artists, foundations, and collectors. He has experience with layered fine art placements in excess of $500 million, construction, real estate, commercial auto, and general liability. Mr. Wise is also experienced with personal lines and life and health insurance.
Prior to joining Risk Strategies, Mr. Wise was Executive Vice President at UOVO. He played a key role on the founding leadership team, managing legal, insurance and operations. Prior to UOVO, Mr. Wise was director and co-founder of SD Fine Art Storage, an owner and developer of fine art storage property in New York. He is a frequent speaker on collection management and risk management, addressing audiences such as the Association of Registrars & Collection Specialists (ARCS), American Alliance of Museums (AAM), The Aspen Institute’s Artist Endowed Foundation Initiative (AEFI), Sotheby’s Institute, and 92Y. He serves on the board of Independent Curators International (ICI) and Professional Advisors to the International Art Market (PAIAM).