Marc Spiegler

Former Global Director, Art Basel

Marc Spiegler led Art Basel as its global director from 2012 to 2022, having joined the organization as co-director in 2007.

His tenure included the launch of Art Basel Hong Kong in 2013, Art Basel Cities: Buenos Aires in 2018 and Paris+ par Art Basel in 2022, along with Art Basel's expansion into broader art-world activities and its digital initiatives.

As the host of “Intersections: The Art Basel Podcast,” he interviewed cultural leaders such as David Adjaye, Jacques Herzog, Demna, Miranda July and K-pop star RM about the impact of culture and the challenges of creating in the 21st Century. 

A long-term visiting professor in cultural management at Milan’s Bocconi University, Mr. Spiegler previously worked as a journalist for 15 years. 

Marc Spiegler