NOVEMBER 13, 2025
Winston Artory Group Expands Leadership with Strategic Hires to Strengthen Expertise Across Art and Investment Management
Winston Artory Group Expands Leadership with Strategic Hires to Strengthen Expertise Across Art and Investment Management
Winston Artory Group Expands Leadership with Strategic Hires to Strengthen Expertise Across Art and Investment Management
NEW YORK, NY— Winston Artory Group (WAG), the leading platform for expert-led stewardship for art and collectibles, is pleased to announce two strategic appointments: Emily A. Thompson as Senior Director of Fine Art, and Jeff Pinksa as Head of Investment Management. These appointments are a testament to WAG’s continued expansion, reinforcing its position as the trusted partner for independent expertise, data-driven insights, and institutional-grade infrastructure across art and finance.
“Emily and Jeff represent the dual pillars of Winston Artory Group’s vision: expertise and innovation,”
said Elizabeth von Habsburg, Co-Founder and Executive Chair. “Emily’s deep valuation expertise and academic leadership complement Jeff’s exceptional track record in private markets and capital formation. Together, they embody the integrity, precision, and skill that define our firm.”
Emily Thompson, Senior Director of Fine Art
Emily Thompson brings over 20 years of experience in fine art valuation and strategic guidance, with expertise spanning Post-War, Contemporary, and Emerging art, as well as Impressionist and Modern works. She previously served as a senior appraiser with the U.S. Treasury’s Internal Revenue Service and held senior positions with Emigrant Bank Fine Art Finance and leading international advisory firms.
A Certified Member of the Appraisers Association of America (AAA), Emily is also a member of PAIAM (Professional Advisors to the International Art Market) and an adjunct faculty member at both the Sotheby’s Institute of Art and New York University.
“Winston Artory Group is setting a new benchmark for the stewardship of art and collectibles, and I’m thrilled to join at such an exciting moment,” said Emily Thompson. “This role allows me to work alongside colleagues I have long admired. I look forward to helping our clients protect, manage, and realize the full value of their collections.” (continued at top of page)
NEW YORK, NY— Winston Artory Group (WAG), the leading platform for expert-led stewardship for art and collectibles, is pleased to announce two strategic appointments: Emily A. Thompson as Senior Director of Fine Art, and Jeff Pinksa as Head of Investment Management. These appointments mark an important milestone in WAG’s continued expansion, reinforcing its position as the trusted partner for independent expertise, data-driven insights, and institutional-grade infrastructure across art and finance.
“Emily and Jeff represent the dual pillars of Winston Artory Group’s vision: expertise and innovation”
said Elizabeth von Habsburg, Co-Founder and Executive Chair. “Emily’s deep valuation expertise and academic leadership complement Jeff’s exceptional track record in private markets and capital formation. Together, they embody the integrity, precision, and skill that define our firm.”
Emily Thompson, Senior Director of Fine Art
Emily Thompson brings over 20 years of experience in fine art valuation and strategic guidance, with expertise spanning Post-War, Contemporary, and Emerging art, as well as Impressionist and Modern works. She previously served as a senior appraiser with the U.S. Treasury’s Internal Revenue Service and held senior positions with Emigrant Bank Fine Art Finance and leading international advisory firms.
A Certified Member of the Appraisers Association of America (AAA), Emily is also a member of PAIAM (Professional Advisors to the International Art Market) and an adjunct faculty member at both the Sotheby’s Institute of Art and New York University.
“Winston Artory Group is setting a new benchmark for the stewardship of art and collectibles, and I’m thrilled to join at such an exciting moment,” said Emily Thompson. “This role allows me to work alongside colleagues I have long admired. I look forward to helping our clients protect, manage, and realize the full value of their collections.”
NEW YORK, NY— Winston Artory Group (WAG), the leading platform for expert-led stewardship for art and collectibles, is pleased to announce two strategic appointments: Emily A. Thompson as Senior Director of Fine Art, and Jeff Pinksa as Head of Investment Management. These appointments are a testament to WAG’s continued expansion, reinforcing its position as the trusted partner for independent expertise, data-driven insights, and institutional-grade infrastructure across art and finance.
“Emily and Jeff represent the dual pillars of Winston Artory Group’s vision: expertise and innovation,”
said Elizabeth von Habsburg, Co-Founder and Executive Chair. “Emily’s deep valuation expertise and academic leadership complement Jeff’s exceptional track record in private markets and capital formation. Together, they embody the integrity, precision, and skill that define our firm.”
Emily Thompson, Senior Director of Fine Art
Emily Thompson brings over 20 years of experience in fine art valuation and strategic guidance, with expertise spanning Post-War, Contemporary, and Emerging art, as well as Impressionist and Modern works. She previously served as a senior appraiser with the U.S. Treasury’s Internal Revenue Service and held senior positions with Emigrant Bank Fine Art Finance and leading international advisory firms.
A Certified Member of the Appraisers Association of America (AAA), Emily is also a member of PAIAM (Professional Advisors to the International Art Market) and an adjunct faculty member at both the Sotheby’s Institute of Art and New York University.
“Winston Artory Group is setting a new benchmark for the stewardship of art and collectibles, and I’m thrilled to join at such an exciting moment,” said Emily Thompson. “This role allows me to work alongside colleagues I have long admired. I look forward to helping our clients protect, manage, and realize the full value of their collections.”(continued at top of page)
Jeff Pinksa, Head of Investment Management
Jeff Pinksa joins Winston Artory Group as a seasoned financial services executive with 25+ years of experience across institutional equities, private markets, and liquidity solutions for alternative investments. He has held senior private-markets roles at Addepar, SharesPost (now Forge Global), and, most recently, Tangible Markets. In 2015, Jeff founded Tioga Partners, a private-markets advisory firm specializing in secondary liquidity solutions, access to alternatives, and select capital-raising activities; he continues to advise select alternative-investment platforms.
As Head of Investment Management at WAG, Jeff will oversee capital formation, investor relations, investment operations, and strategic partnerships for the firm’s funds and vehicles, leveraging his network across family offices, institutions, and ultra-high-net-worth investors. Over the past 15 years, Jeff has built alternative-asset platforms and forged strategic partnerships that have helped facilitate several billion dollars in primary and secondary transactions for clients.
“Winston Artory Group is building the institutional infrastructure the art and collectibles market has long needed,” said Jeff Pinksa. “By combining expertise, proprietary data, and technology, we’re bringing the processes and rigor that define mature alternative asset classes.”
A Platform Built on Integrity and Innovation
“Winston Artory Group’s mission has always been to bring clarity, continuity, and care to art and collectibles,” said Nanne Dekking, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman. “With Emily and Jeff joining our team, we are expanding the depth of our expertise across both art and alternative investment management—ensuring that our clients benefit from the highest standards of insight, independence, and innovation.”
By combining distinguished expertise with proprietary data and purpose-built technology, WAG continues to lead the market in intelligent collection stewardship—delivering objective, data-backed guidance and solutions to help clients protect, value, and activate their most meaningful assets.
Jeff Pinksa, Head of Investment Management
Jeff Pinksa joins Winston Artory Group as a seasoned financial services executive with 25+ years of experience across institutional equities, private markets, and liquidity solutions for alternative investments. He has held senior private-markets roles at Addepar, SharesPost (now Forge Global), and, most recently, Tangible Markets. In 2015, Jeff founded Tioga Partners, a private-markets advisory firm specializing in secondary liquidity solutions, access to alternatives, and select capital-raising activities; he continues to advise select alternative-investment platforms.
As Head of Investment Management at WAG, Jeff will oversee capital formation, investor relations, investment operations, and strategic partnerships for the firm’s funds and vehicles, leveraging his network across family offices, institutions, and ultra-high-net-worth investors. Over the past 15 years, Jeff has built alternative-asset platforms and forged strategic partnerships that have helped facilitate several billion dollars in primary and secondary transactions for clients.
“Winston Artory Group is building the institutional infrastructure the art and collectibles market has long needed,” said Jeff Pinksa. “By combining expertise, proprietary data, and technology, we’re bringing the processes and rigor that define mature alternative asset classes.”
A Platform Built on Integrity and Innovation
“Winston Artory Group’s mission has always been to bring clarity, continuity, and care to art and collectibles,” said Nanne Dekking, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman. “With Emily and Jeff joining our team, we are expanding the depth of our expertise across both art and alternative investment management—ensuring that our clients benefit from the highest standards of insight, independence, and innovation.”
By combining distinguished expertise with proprietary data and purpose-built technology, WAG continues to lead the market in intelligent collection stewardship—delivering objective, data-backed guidance and solutions to help clients protect, value, and activate their most meaningful assets.
Jeff Pinksa, Head of Investment Management
Jeff Pinksa joins Winston Artory Group as a seasoned financial services executive with 25+ years of experience across institutional equities, private markets, and liquidity solutions for alternative investments. He has held senior private-markets roles at Addepar, SharesPost (now Forge Global), and, most recently, Tangible Markets. In 2015, Jeff founded Tioga Partners, a private-markets advisory firm specializing in secondary liquidity solutions, access to alternatives, and select capital-raising activities; he continues to advise select alternative-investment platforms.
As Head of Investment Management at WAG, Jeff will oversee capital formation, investor relations, investment operations, and strategic partnerships for the firm’s funds and vehicles, leveraging his network across family offices, institutions, and ultra-high-net-worth investors. Over the past 15 years, Jeff has built alternative-asset platforms and forged strategic partnerships that have helped facilitate several billion dollars in primary and secondary transactions for clients.
“Winston Artory Group is building the institutional infrastructure the art and collectibles market has long needed,” said Jeff Pinksa. “By combining expertise, proprietary data, and technology, we’re bringing the processes and rigor that define mature alternative asset classes.”
A Platform Built on Integrity and Innovation
“Winston Artory Group’s mission has always been to bring clarity, continuity, and care to art and collectibles,” said Nanne Dekking, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman. “With Emily and Jeff joining our team, we are expanding the depth of our expertise across both art and alternative investment management—ensuring that our clients benefit from the highest standards of insight, independence, and innovation.”
By combining distinguished expertise with proprietary data and purpose-built technology, WAG continues to lead the market in intelligent collection stewardship—delivering objective, data-backed guidance and solutions to help clients protect, value, and activate their most meaningful assets.
ABOUT WINSTON ARTORY GROUP
Headquartered in New York and operating globally, Winston Artory Group (WAG) is at the forefront of intelligent art and collectibles stewardship. Formed in 2025 through the merger of Winston Art Group and Artory, WAG provides independent appraisals, data-backed advisory, investment management, and secure portfolio solutions. With a legacy of appraising over $100 billion in appraised assets and the world’s largest proprietary art and collectibles market dataset, WAG champions innovation, security, and objectivity to meet the complex needs of collectors, fiduciaries, and institutions worldwide.
Headquartered in New York and operating globally, Winston Artory Group (WAG) is at the forefront of intelligent art and collectibles stewardship. Formed in 2025 through the merger of Winston Art Group and Artory, WAG provides independent appraisals, data-backed advisory, investment management, and secure portfolio solutions. With a legacy of appraising over $100 billion in appraised assets and the world’s largest proprietary art and collectibles market dataset, WAG champions innovation, security, and objectivity to meet the complex needs of collectors, fiduciaries, and institutions worldwide.
Headquartered in New York and operating globally, Winston Artory Group (WAG) is at the forefront of intelligent art and collectibles stewardship. Formed in 2025 through the merger of Winston Art Group and Artory, WAG provides independent appraisals, data-backed advisory, investment management, and secure portfolio solutions. With a legacy of appraising over $100 billion in appraised assets and the world’s largest proprietary art and collectibles market dataset, WAG champions innovation, security, and objectivity to meet the complex needs of collectors, fiduciaries, and institutions worldwide.
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