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= Nicole McGraw =

Summary
Accomplished entrepreneur and art philanthropist with a strong background in fine arts, business management, and community engagement. A visionary leader known for founding successful ventures in the art industry, including Jupiter Group, a pioneering NFT company, and CANVAS Art Charities, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting public art initiatives. Demonstrates exceptional skills in art curation, business development, and philanthropy. Recognized for contributing to the global art community and fostering innovative approaches at the intersection of art and technology.

Education

 * Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
 * Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas
 * Major: Art History and Studio Art

CEO & Co-Founder
==== Jupiter Group  ====
 * Founded and currently lead Jupiter Group, a full-solution NFT company specializing in art and technology integration.
 * Co-developed the Boonji Project, one of the most successful NFT launches in history, revolutionizing the art market.
 * Spearhead strategic partnerships and initiatives to empower artists and creators globally.

Founder & CEO
==== Nicole McGraw Fine Art  ====
 * Established and managed Nicole McGraw Fine Art (formerly Nicole Henry Fine Art) representing diverse artists in global markets.
 * Built a strong international clientele base among high-net-worth individuals.
 * Curated exhibitions, managed operations, and facilitated art acquisitions.

Founder & President
==== CANVAS Art Charities  ====
 * Founded CANVAS Art Charities in 2015, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to funding visual arts initiatives.
 * Organized and curated the annual CANVAS Outdoor Museum Show, showcasing international artists in West Palm Beach, FL.
 * Raised over $3,500,000 million to support public art installations, exhibitions, and educational programs.

Community Engagement

 * Raised more than $9,000,000 million for charities since 2015, supporting causes like CANVAS Outdoor Museum, Place of Hope, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Curitivity, University of Notre Dame, Creighton University, and others.
 * Served on the board of Place of Hope and co-chaired fundraising galas to benefit abused and neglected children.

Awards & Recognition

 * Muse Award (2018): Received the Muse Award for Outstanding Art In Public Places from the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County.

Additional Information

 * Changed name from Nicole Henry Fine Art to Nicole McGraw Fine Art after marriage in 2019.

Skills

 * Art Curation and Representation
 * Business Development and Entrepreneurship
 * Philanthropy and Fundraising
 * Team Leadership and Management
 * Public Relations and Community Engagement
 * Strategic Partnerships and Collaborations