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Brian "Paco" Álvarez

Las Vegas Born CEO
Brian "Paco" Álvarez, a native of Las Vegas, is a distinguished anthropologist, entrepreneur, and one of the city's leading experts in cultural arts. He earned a Master’s Degree in Urban Leadership from the School of Public Policy and Leadership at the Greenspun College of Urban Affairs at UNLV, in addition to a Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology. His career has been fueled by a profound passion for art and culture, which he believes plays a crucial role in driving a dynamic economy.
Paco's expertise has led to significant contributions in curatorial and museum management, including projects for the Liberace Museum and Foundation, Siegfried and Roy Costume Collection, Nevada State Museum, and the City of Las Vegas Centennial Exhibition. He has also been involved with the Las Vegas Redevelopment Agency's Historic 5th Street School, L. Maynard Galleries, and has offered his consultancy for projects in London. Notably, in 2008, he curated the "Beneath the Neon" exhibition, inspired by the book of the same name by Matthew O’Brien. Furthermore, Paco has contributed his skills to the Liberace Museum, Neon Museum, Las Vegas News Bureau Photo and Film Archives (a division of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority), Zappos.com, and Museum Fiasco at Area 15.
Paco has also dedicated himself to serving the community through various roles, including trustee of the Nevada Test Site Historical Foundation and Atomic Testing Museum, member of the US Senate Curatorial Committee, and board member for several organizations such as the Contemporary Arts Center of Las Vegas and the Hispanic Museum of Nevada. His leadership roles have extended to the Nevada Museums Association, 18b Arts District Association, Preserve Nevada, and he has chaired the Liberace Foundation for the Performing & Creative Arts. Moreover, he has been a member of the City of Las Vegas Arts Commission and the RTC Art in Transit Advisory Council, showcasing his commitment to enriching Nevada's cultural landscape. "Art is the irrefutable evidence that the mind can create magic" - Paco

Why hire an Anthropologist?

When one thinks of anthropologists, the image that often comes to mind is that of intrepid adventurers traveling to exotic locations to study tribal cultures in Papua New Guinea, the dense jungles of the Congo, or in search of the mythical city of gold. However, what often gets overlooked is that anthropologists are also experts in deciphering contemporary culture and society. Indeed, while they are authorities on ancient civilizations, they possess a unique insight into today's world as well.
Currently, companies and businesses worldwide are employing anthropologists to gain a deeper cultural understanding of their customers and to ensure the success of their products. Moreover, anthropologists are playing a crucial role in helping organizations grasp the significance of cultural diversity in the workplace. They are instrumental in developing and implementing programs that support employees from varied backgrounds, enhancing the overall inclusivity and dynamism of the work environment.

En español

Quienes somosConsultor curatorial preeminente y puesta en marcha de la industria de arte y cultura. Brian Paco Alvarez, nativo de Las Vegas, y su equipo se especializan en la gestión de operaciones de pequeñas empresas y organizaciones sin fines de lucro, exposiciones, adquisiciones, manejo de arte, preservación de bellas artes, preservación de archivos y gestión de colecciones, para corporaciones, empresas, museos, artistas emergentes y colecciones privadas. Con más de 20 años de experiencia en los campos relacionados con los museos y las artes culturales, el equipo de Psionic Art Works está perfectamente posicionado para ayudar a cualquier organización o coleccionista privado con una miríada de necesidades curatoriales.
Con respecto a las tasaciones y el arte de intermediaciónPsionic Art Works, ni su equipo de consultores están calificados para tasar bellas artes, antigüedades u otros objetos de colección. Tampoco negociamos la venta ni ayudamos a adquirir compradores para colecciones de arte. Para obtener más información sobre las tasaciones, visite el sitio web de la Asociación de Tasadores de América o un corredor de arte calificado o un galerista para obtener ayuda.

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