Theaster Gates, Artist & Founder Rebuild Foundation: Importance of an Artist as an Entrepreneur

This episode from September, 15th 2016 is part of our "Most Memorable" collection. Recommended by Akron Roundtable board member, Barbara Feld, "People are still saying this was one of the best Roundtable luncheons they ever attended. Theaster, along with members of his band The Black Monks of Mississippi (now known as The Black Monks), began the presentation. While Theaster stood at the podium quietly speaking about his early morning walk in the park and Nina Simone, the musicians played. It was riveting and compelling. It set the stage for Theaster’s talk, entitled “The Importance of an Artist as an Entrepreneur.” An artist, himself, and definitely an entrepreneur, Theaster spoke with passion, knowledge and commitment. It’s one of the few times (but not the only time), a speaker received the coveted standing ovation. Theaster Gates was in Akron in partnership with the Akron Art Museum, thanks to a Knight Challenge Grant." Theaster Gates, entrepreneur, artist, professor, leader and so, much more. Gates is a rare visionary. See this PBS spotlight on some of his work: http://www.pbs.org/video/2365729790/ Find full speaker bio and the event details here: https://bit.ly/3goCKrR