Turning visions
into reality.
One project at a time.
Chiara Bordin is a Venice-based strategist and consultant specializing in artistic and cultural projects developed within prestigious historic properties and art cities.
About
Chiara Bordin
Chiara Bordin brings over 10 years of expertise in curating and managing cultural initiatives in Italy’s major art cities, with a particular focus on Venice.
From designing large-scale exhibitions to transforming historical buildings into dynamic art spaces, she has become a key figure in the city’s vibrant art scene. A native Venetian, Chiara has chosen to make Venice not only her home, but the heart of her professional commitment—working to return cultural and social value to the city and its community through her projects and the reactivation of normally inaccessible heritage spaces.
She has collaborated with prestigious international museums, curators, and institutions, overseeing notable projects at the Venice Biennale and beyond. Her hands-on approach spans scouting venues, managing complex logistics, coordinating suppliers, and handling all organizational details.
Alongside her work with cultural institutions, Chiara Bordin advises luxury brands and private partners looking to engage meaningfully with the cultural world. With a strong background in marketing and communication, she builds strategic partnerships where financial support for the arts translates into brand visibility and long-term value, creating virtuous, mutually enriching exchanges.
Chiara also specializes in the adaptive reuse of historic properties for cultural purposes.
She currently acts as an advisor for Barnes Venezia, offering consulting services at the intersection of real estate and cultural development. She is also currently responsible for the management of Palazzo Cavanis and Casa Sanlorenzo, and maintains ongoing consultancy roles with Palazzo Contarini Rocca Corfù and Palazzo Contarini della Porta di Ferro.
Casa Sanlorenzo | Ph. Federico Cedrone
Projects
Forms of collaboration
L’Observatoire by JR, a Venice simplon-Orient-Express carriage | Ph. JR
Single project collaborations
Single projects tailored to specific goals or events.
Ideal for institutions, curators, or brands looking for support on a specific exhibition, event, or cultural initiative. From planning to execution, Chiara and her Team provide precise and targeted project management.
Peace Crystal by Mariko Mori, Palazzo Corner della Ca’Grande | Ph. Courtesy of Faou Foundation
Recurring collaborations
Periodic support for returning clients or seasonal events. Designed for organizations that engage it regularly but not continuously — for example, for biennials, art fairs, or annual cultural programs. Chiara and her team ensure consistency while adapting to the evolving nature of each edition.
Brian Calvin “Still”, Almine Rech, Palazzo Cavanis | Ph. Ugo Carmeni
Long-term partnerships
Ongoing, structured collaboration with specific long-term goals, primarily focused on the management and enhancement of historic properties. Chiara and her team work as strategic partners with institutions, foundations, or private clients over extended periods, helping to define their positioning and economic outcomes through integrated planning, production, and project development.
Chiara Bordin’s
Services
1
Exhibition and Project Strategy
- End-to-end project management from design to closure
- Coordination of all stages and stakeholders
- Budgeting, scheduling, and reporting oversight based on KPI
- Development of strategic partnerships and funding opportunities
2
Exhibition Space Management
- Scouting and management of exhibition spaces
- Legal consultancy for permits, signage, and compliance
- Coordination with municipal and cultural institutions
3
Event Planning and Coordination
- Scouting and management of event venues
- Organization of opening ceremonies, press conferences, and gala dinners
- VIP and guest accommodation and transports coordination
- Full event protocol and hospitality management
4
Supplier Management
- Recruitment, training and coordination of personnel suitable for every project and cultural mediators
- Recruitment and coordination of specialized suppliers: designers, art handlers, media professionals, logistics, and more
- Managing the operational needs of exhibitions, installations, and events
5
Brand and Cultural Partnership Consulting
- Strategic guidance for brands entering or supporting the cultural sector
- Design of win-win collaborations aligning brand goals with cultural relevance
- Mediation between brand stakeholders and cultural institutions to ensure feasibility and impact
6
Historic Property Activation
- Advisory and scouting services for converting historic buildings into venues for art and culture
- Historic site management and production of context-specific cultural projects
- Strategic advisory for the cultural and economic development of historic properties
PORTFOLIO
Selected Projects
Chiara Bordin’s
Team
Giovanna Novello
Giovanna Novello has been managing and producing cultural exhibitions and events in Venice since 2018. With a background blending economics and cultural management, she develops projects that balance economic sustainability, cultural impact, and meticulous organization. Since 2020, Giovanna has been a key collaborator on major projects, including location management of Palazzo Cavanis, a renowned exhibition space hosting international shows and a long-standing partnership with Almine Rech Gallery. She holds degrees in Cultural Heritage Economics and Contemporary Art from Ca’ Foscari University.
Camilla Pavan
Camilla Pavan is a producer and project manager based between Venice and Milan, specializing in contemporary art exhibitions and cultural events. Since 2023, she collaborates on projects linked to the Venice Biennale and corporate cultural experiences. Camilla holds a Master’s in Visual Cultures and Curatorial Practices from Brera Academy of Fine Arts, a degree in Communication from the University of Padua, and completed an Erasmus+ in Journalism at Universidad Rey Juan Carlos in Madrid.