Kasia Ploskonka

Head of Research & Strategy at ArtVendôme (11/2023 – Present):

• Crafting and executing research-driven strategies to achieve company goals.
• Conducted a comprehensive market analysis in the auction house industry, identifying trends, competitors, and growth opportunities.
• Contributed to the expansion of the company's market presence by proposing a new online jewelry auction platform based on data-driven insights.

Head of Exhibitors at ArtVendôme (08/2023 – 11/2023):

• Managed exhibitor-related functions for a jewelry fair, focusing on cultivating enduring partnerships.
• Led a digital transformation, including the creation and categorization of a CRM database.
• Developed an intuitive online exhibitor manual and implemented sustainability, VIP, and vetting strategies.

Transformation Lead at Frieze Events Ltd. (01/2022 – 08/2023):

• Proactively optimized processes within the broader data ecosystem through strategic change management and digitalization projects.
• Saved over 100+ working days through company-wide process optimization projects.
• Led the data segment of carbon audits across all events and commissioned economic impact reports for strategic improvements.

Data & Insight Manager at Frieze Events Ltd. (11/2015 – 12/2021):

• Strategically created and presented data analytics and insights across Frieze fairs.
• Headed the data transition strategy for the exhibitor department, managing the development and testing of new digital products and databases.

Exhibitor Relations Manager at Frieze Events Ltd. (09/2013 – 11/2015):

• Managed all aspects of the exhibitor journey and implemented an innovative exhibitor engagement strategy.
• Implemented a streamlined communication system to reduce response times for exhibitors.

Guest Lecturer & GTA at SOAS, University of London (09/2022 – 05/2023; 10/2017 – 05/2019):

• Administered lectures and teaching assistance for various art history courses.
• Introduced contemporary Central Asian art into the curriculum and facilitated innovative grading approaches.

Curatorial Assistant Internship at Indianapolis Museum of Art (07/2007 – 10/2007):

• Contributed to the curation process, gaining hands-on experience in collection management, exhibition development, and research.
• Collaborated closely with seasoned curators, honing skills in art research, cataloging, and exhibition preparation.

Certificate Principles of Luxury
Sotheby’s Institute of Art 
London, United Kingdom 2023

PhD Art History & Archaeology
SOAS University of London 
London, United Kingdom 2015 – 2022

MA Contemporary Art
Sotheby’s Institute of Art
London, United Kingdom 2011 – 2013

BFA with an Emphasis in Art History, Theory & Criticism School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, USA 2004 – 2007