Katrina Neumann is a dynamic arts leader and designer whose multidisciplinary expertise bridges the worlds of fine art, design and digital innovation. Based in New York City, she brings over a decade of experience working with globally recognized organizations and platforms to transform artistic visions into impactful experiences. Katrina’s practice spans digital strategy, UX/UI design, communications, curation and organizational leadership.

As the Co-founder of Rivet and Rate My Artist Residency, Katrina built a digital community supporting over 1,200 arts organizations and 20,000+ creatives worldwide. She led UX/UI design and product development, secured funding and strategic partnerships, and curated workshops to empower artists in navigating funding landscapes and career opportunities. Her work with Rivet earned recognition through prestigious fellowships such as NEW INC and the Kate Spade & Company Foundation.

Katrina has held key roles across the art and design sectors. More recently at SYPartners, she crafted human-centered design strategies for Fortune 100 companies, including Starbucks, Pfizer, and Twitter, balancing creative problem-solving with measurable business goals. Her leadership as Director at Kent Fine Art included launching an e-commerce platform, curating exhibitions, and growing the gallery's digital presence from the ground up.

Katrina’s curatorial projects include the critically acclaimed exhibition Make America What America Must Become at the Contemporary Arts Center New Orleans, where she successfully led a team through a global pandemic to showcase the work of 40 artists from the Gulf South. Advocating for equitable practices, she implemented first-time honorariums and removed financial barriers for artists.

Beyond institutional roles, Katrina leads her design studio, delivering tailored digital and print solutions for diverse clients. She specializes in responsive web design, branding and digital marketing strategies that amplify engagement and strengthen identity. Her work is rooted in collaboration, inclusivity and the belief that design can create meaningful connections.

A graduate of the SMFA at Tufts University, with further studies at Harvard Business School, SVA and Purchase College, Katrina combines creative vision with strategic insight. She is a sought-after speaker, having presented at conferences such as Common Field and TransArtists, where she shares her knowledge on arts innovation, equity and accessibility.

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