Antonio Quizhpilema

Antonio Quizhpilema has a diverse and extensive work experience in the art and logistics industry. Antonio is currently the VP and Head of Art Transport at Christie's, a position they have held since 2021.

Prior to their current role, Antonio served as the General Manager of Fine Art (US) at Brink's Fine Art Services (previously known as G4Si), starting in 2016. In this role, they were responsible for launching the G4Si Fine Art division in New York City and overseeing warehouse and logistics operations. Antonio had ongoing operations and P&L responsibility, handled strategic business development, and promoted the company.

Before joining Brink's Fine Art Services, Antonio founded and served as the Managing Director of D'Art Shipping in 2016. Antonio built the business from the ground up, providing high-quality fine art services including art installations, transportation, packing and crating, freight forwarding, storage, and insurance. Antonio oversaw the company's incorporation, launched daily services, and eventually facilitated the acqui-hire of D'Art Shipping by G4Si International Logistics.

From 2010 to 2016, Antonio worked as a Project Manager at JAMES BOURLET INC., where they managed fine art logistics services and a significant inventory. Antonio had expertise in import/export customs clearance, international air/sea freight, TSA regulations, 3rd party logistics, domestic trucking, and DOT compliance. Antonio also maintained client relationships through on-site supervision and regular site visits.

In 2010, Antonio briefly worked as a Corporate Grant Coordinator at UNICEF. Antonio'sresponsibilities included analyzing corporate contributions and tax eligibility, communicating revenue reports, and implementing a time-tracking system to review key donations.

Antonio's early career includes a role as an Art Transport Coordinator/Project Coordinator at Christie's from 2006 to 2008. In this position, they undertook various business development projects, managed the daily soft credit stream, liaised with the finance department, and processed external client shipping requests.

Overall, Antonio Quizhpilema has a strong background in art transport, logistics management, business development, and client relationship management.

Antonio Quizhpilema obtained their Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Business Law and Finance from The City University of New York between 2005 and 2009.