Chris Adamo

Chris 🫶 Adamo is a prominent figure in the art and investment sectors, currently serving as the Managing Director at Arkive, a unique distributed museum model that allows global community ownership of art collections. He joined Arkive in October 2023, where he is responsible for launching the Arkive Art Fund, aiming to innovate how art is curated and displayed by increasing accessibility and visibility of artworks.13

Professional Background

Adamo has a rich background in community building, investment, and strategic partnerships, spanning over three decades. He has been involved with various sectors, including Web 2 and 3, e-commerce, luxury goods, and social impact initiatives. He is also a co-founder of Flamingo Capital, a venture capital syndicate focused on fostering the tech community in Miami.23

In addition to his role at Arkive, Adamo has been active in mentoring and advising startups and has held significant positions at other organizations, including WhereBy.Us and 1-800-Flowers.com, where he played a key role in expanding corporate partnerships.3 He is also a founding partner of Social Venture Partners Miami, which focuses on strategic investments in social impact organizations.3

Education and Personal Life

Adamo holds both an MBA and a BS from Binghamton University. He resides in Miami with his family and is known for his vibrant collection of Hawaiian shirts, which he has worn daily since December 2016.3