Pioneer Works

The J.M. Kaplan Fund Names Julia Bator as New Executive Director

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Friday, November 17, 2023

Kaplan Fund is pleased to welcome Julia Bator as its new Executive Director.

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Kaplan Fund is pleased to welcome Julia Bator as its new Executive Director.
Bator, a proven executive and visionary philanthropic advisor, brings extensive leadership experience in foundations, nonprofit organizations, and government to the Fund.
Kaplan Fund as a champion and supporter of its grantees – and as a good neighbor in New York City," Bator said.
"I'm honored to carry forward that legacy as their next Executive Director and energized by the challenges and opportunities ahead."

'ORGANIC MATR' EXHIBITION DRAWS DIGITAL ART WORLD'S LEADING FIGURES TO EXPLORE TRANSCENDENCE OF THE DIGITAL - PHYSICAL ART DIVIDE

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

BROOKLYN, N.Y., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Artmatr, a New York-based art tech company employing robotics, advanced software imaging and painting technologies to bring digital art to physical life, announced the launch of its newest art exhibition, ORGANIC MATR, with leading generative artist Zancan, on April 13 during NFT.NYC. The physical pieces of art, brought to life by Artmatr's team of artists, creative engineers and programmers, will be shown in collaboration with NFT Collective, an artist-led community of thought leaders and curators coming from both the NFT and traditional contemporary art space. Through the use of Web3, they aim to bridge the gap between digital and physical worlds, by education and creative empowerment. The exhibition's opening event will also feature two panels with some of the art world's biggest names, including generative artists Tyler Hobbs and IX Shells, Bright Moments' Seth Goldstein, dealer Sara Kay, Metaversal's Matt Miller, writer and curator Anika Meier, ARTXCODE's Sofia Garcia, Sebastien Sanchez of Christie's and painter Alexi Worth.

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Through the use of Web3, they aim to bridge the gap between digital and physical worlds, by education and creative empowerment.
Artmatr is partnering with NFT Collective to host a groundbreaking exhibition that explores the intersection of digital and physical art.
This collaboration is forging a new frontier of possibilities for experiencing, curating and collecting art in physical spaces and Web3.
NFT Collective, known for their expertise in both the NFT and traditional contemporary art space, brings a wealth of experience to this innovative exhibition.

Lemonada Media Partners with SomeFriends and SALT to Launch "First" - A New Podcast Created and Hosted by Comedian Kareem Rahma

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Thursday, August 11, 2022

With 'firsts' across business, politics, entertainment, sports, fashion and everything in between, the show will bring the fascinating true stories of these heroes to life, and celebrate their achievements and broader impact on American culture, while also acknowledging the struggles, setbacks and subjugation that they faced. Equal parts entertaining and informative -- served with a big dose of humor – some of the 'firsts' being covered include Connie Chung, the first Asian American to anchor a major network newscast; Wendell Scott, the first African-American driver to win a race at NASCAR's highest level; Omar Sharif, the first Muslim actor nominated for an Academy Award; and Willie O'Ree, the first Black player in the National Hockey League.

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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lemonada Media , the podcast network that makes life suck less, announced today it has partnered with BIPOC-focused podcast company SomeFriends and leading audio-first media company SALT to launch "First" -- an unscripted, comedy podcast created and hosted by Kareem Rahma -- launching November 1, 2022.
"Comedy is a compelling way to explore serious stories, and that's the premise for 'First,' said Kareem Rahma, host and co-founder of SomeFriends.
Andrew Kuo, SomeFriends CEO and co-Founder, adds, 'First' is truly emblematic of our mission here at SomeFriends.
SomeFriends is an IP-driven podcast company focused on elevating BIPOC stories and talent, with the mission of entertaining everybody.

Untitled Frontier Publishes New Story Utilizing NFTs & AI Art

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

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NEW YORK, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Using NFTs as digital merchandise, Untitled Frontier has successfully managed to chart a new way for short science fiction writers. In previous releases, writers have made more than $10,000 each from their short stories.

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NEW YORK, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Using NFTs as digital merchandise, Untitled Frontier has successfully managed to chart a new way for short science fiction writers.
Readers are able to support the story until 16th of May 2022 , by purchasing smart contract generative art in the form of "Little Martians" & generative AI art scenes NFTs in collaboration with pioneer Gene Kogan.
The writer and artist Vanessa Rosasaid, "Taking the Little Martians to a new story universe with Untitled Frontier and getting supported by sales of NFTs has a lot of potential for writers!"
Untitled Frontier continues to push the boundary of art, storytelling, and technology.

Pioneer Works Names Eric Shiner First-Ever Executive Director

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Thursday, December 19, 2019

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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Dec. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- It was announced today by the Board of Directors that Pioneer Works has appointed Eric Shiner as their inaugural Executive Director.

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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Dec. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- It was announced today by the Board of Directors that Pioneer Works has appointed Eric Shiner as their inaugural Executive Director.
Of his new role, Shiner says, "I am thrilled to take on the role of Executive Director of Pioneer Works, one of the most dynamic models for the promotion of art and science in the world.
Janna Levin, Chair and Director of Pioneer Works says, "Pioneer Works has been a labor of love.
Eric shares that vision and we're excited for Pioneer Works to flourish with the expertise, good will, and leadership he brings."

Founder of Pioneer Works Stresses the Future of Cultural Centers is Predicated on Nurturing Citizenship Through the Exchange and Co-Creation of Knowledge

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Tuesday, May 14, 2019

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Dustin Yellin is the Founder of Pioneer Works.

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Dustin Yellin is the Founder of Pioneer Works.
Yellin tells C.M.Rubin, Founder of CMRubinWorld, that the learning experience at Pioneer Works is "predicated on exchange and production, and not on consumption or distribution alone."
Dustin Yellin is the founder and president of Pioneer Works, an artist-run non-profit cultural center that builds community through arts and sciences to create an open and inspired world.
It aims to improve how to understand and regard each other and the world, and values curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and inclusion.