We offer expert guidance on art acquisitions, Fine Art appraisals, collection assessment and management, care and installation, and special commissions, helping businesses and private collectors elevate and preserve the value of their collections.

Our advisory team also creates tailored rental programs for everything from hotel and restaurant displays to home staging and film projects, ensuring your spaces stay fresh, engaging, and unforgettable.

Curating standout exhibitions and art events is, quite literally, our specialty. From boutique showcases with clients like Isaia International (the renowned Neapolitan menswear firm) and Jeff King & Company fine home builders, to large-scale presentations at Hilton’s Parc 55 in downtown San Francisco and the Loggia Showroom at the San Francisco Design Center, our team delivers exceptional experiences. We manage every detai, from customized proposals and curatorial planning to full installation, event coordination, and de-installation, so you can focus on attracting new clients and building lasting relationships.

With access to over 500 highly vetted artists, we collaborate with private, corporate, civic, and design clients to source original works, special commissions, site-specific installations, and other unique creative partnerships. Our affiliation with Singulart, one of the world’s largest online art marketplaces, is just one example of the dynamic relationships we cultivate to expand awareness and build meaningful community.

By working closely with clients and design partners, we’re able to offer distinctive original works and limited editions. Thanks to our strong connections with emerging artists, we can often secure custom commissions tailored to your individual taste or project vision.

We work with interior designers, architects, and developers to expand their art resources through trade-appropriate pricing, personalized support, and custom-curated collections tailored to each client’s aesthetic and space. Whether you're staging a residence, designing a commercial environment, or sourcing a showstopping piece for a hospitality project, we make it easy to present fresh, inspired options that elevate the experience.

Legacy matters, whether you're planning ahead or managing a loved one's collection. We help collectors and their families organize, inventory, and evaluate their artworks with care and discretion. From documentation and appraisals, to secure storage and conservation, we support every step in preserving and protecting your collection.

For those looking to sell, donate, or place work in a museum or permanent archive, our experienced team offers trusted guidance, working closely with estate attorneys, curators, and institutions to ensure your collection finds the right next home. Whether you're simplifying, transitioning, or preparing for the future, we’ll help you navigate it with clarity and respect.

From keynote stages to intimate gallery talks, we love a good conversation. Our Director, Ray Beldner, brings decades of experience as an artist, educator, curator, and entrepreneur to speaking events across the art world and beyond. Whether you’re hosting a panel, podcast, collector event, or looking for a sharp moderator to guide a meaningful Q&A, we’ve got you covered.

Startup also offers access to a deep bench of artists, curators, and thought leaders. Perfect for programs looking to spark dialogue and connect with today’s creative culture. Reach out to book a speaker or build a panel that gets people talking.