Protecting the Irreplaceable with Chris Bentley (Head of Fine Art & Specie at AXA XL’s UK & Lloyds)

About this episode

Chris Bentley discusses his journey in the art world and the importance of diverse professional experiences.

This month we are joined by Chris Bentley, Head of Fine Art & Specie at AXA XL’s UK & Lloyds business, to discuss his journey into the art world. From formative experiences as a porter at Bonhams, to developing art insurance products across the globe, and the importance of gathering a diverse set of professional experiences from the outset, this episode makes for essential listening for anyone curious about the behind-the-scenes infrastructures of the art world. About Our Gues...

People in this episode

Guest: Chris Bentley

Topics covered

• art insurance
• career journey
• fine art
• professional experiences
• art world infrastructure

Keywords

• art world
• insurance
• fine art
• career
• Bonhams
• AXA XL
• Lloyds

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: AXA XL, Bonhams

Places: UK, Lloyds

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