Meet Our Team
In April of 2011, Ann Benson Reidy launched ABR + Associates to transform the experience of buying art. Her relationship-driven approach is both personalized and enriching for every client. Now, the firm serves individuals, corporations, non-profits, and real estate developers, from curation to installation to every detail in between.
Founder and Principal
Ann Benson Reidy
ann@annbensonreidy.com
Ann serves as lead art advisor and personally oversees every project. Throughout her 27 years of art industry experience, she has cultivated meaningful relationships with collectors, designers, artists, galleries, auction houses, and museums, fueling her lifelong passion for spreading the joy of art.
Her firm's track record includes 2000+ placed artworks and numerous contracts with top-tier developers. By actively listening and thoroughly understanding each client, Ann and her team take pride in bringing unique artistic visions to life.
Ann is an active member of The Colorado Academy Committee on Art and Belonging. She has served on the Boards of the Art Students League, the Denver Art Museum Friends of Painting and Sculpture, and the Denver Art Museum Associates Group. Ann has curated art for the benefit of Children’s Hospital Colorado and served as the past Vice Chair for the University of Colorado Johnson Depression Center.
Ann holds a degree in Art History and American Studies from Smith College. She lives in Denver with her husband and business partner, children, dog, and birds.
Senior Art Advisor: Corporate & Private
Lauren Rubino
With over 10 years of art industry experience, Lauren leads and manages all commercial development projects as well as large scale art programs for corporations and non-profits.
She is a master of thinking creatively and pragmatically to create spaces that synthesize the objectives of various stakeholders. Lauren’s passion for art along with her skills in organization and communication create a seamless and exciting experience for her clients.
Lauren graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2012 with degrees in Studio Art and English Literature, specializing in Photography and Creative Writing. Prior to joining ABR, Lauren worked in the Learning and Engagment department at the Denver Art Museum.
Lauren lives in Denver. Lauren enjoys practicing yoga, gardening and recently became a certified scuba-diver.
Senior Art Advisor: Private
Jinous Azghandi
Jinous received her Bachelor’s Degree in Art History from Metropolitan State University of Denver and went on to obtain her Master’s Degree from King's College London in Classical Art and Archeology.
Her expertise in research and her passion for art, both historical and contemporary, combine to produce thorough and thoughtful results every time. Using her impeccable taste and listening skills, Jinous consistently curates distinct and sophisticated collections tailored exactly to her clients’ needs.
Jinous lives in Denver with her dog. Always curious, she loves to travel, visit museums, and read.
Controller
Kevin Reidy
Kevin leads finance and accounting, successfully navigating corporate contracts, budgets, artist commission agreements and vendor relationships. He is a values-driven executive, focused on creating situations where all stakeholders win.
Kevin obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from the University of Colorado Boulder. A Colorado native and longstanding member of the Denver business community, Kevin has accumulated over 25 years of experience in finance. He worked at RBC Capital Markets, where he provided investment banking advisory services to the telecom industry. He played a key role in driving the transformation of the cellular and information sectors in the U.S., facilitating 70+ transactions, totaling more than $3 billion.
Kevin serves on the Community Advisory Board of the Gates Center for Regenerative Medicine, the board of the National Mental Health Innovation Center, and acts as a patient advocate for the St. Baldrick's Foundation and Stand Up to Cancer Pediatric Dream Team. Most recently, Kevin has partnered with the CU Anschutz Medical Campus to launch two venture capital funds with aggregate assets under management greater than $100 million. He serves as Direct of LP Relations for the CU Healthcare Innovation Funds.
Intern
Position Available
Contact Jinous or Lauren for more information about this role.