The Business of Being an Artist with Sarvie Golestaneh, MBA ’25

Art and business may seem worlds apart, but they share more common ground than meets the eye – after all, there’s an art to great business and a business to being a successful artist. In this episode, Sarvie Golestaneh, MBA ’25, explores this intersection with renowned Canadian conceptual artist Mitchell F. Chan. Together, they trace Mitchell’s evolution from architect to public artist and entrepreneur, examine the social and cultural significance of avant-garde art, and consider what it truly means (and takes) to push creative boundaries in an increasingly digital world. 

What is Clouston Conversations by Ivey Business School?

Clouston Conversations is a podcast from Ivey Business School that amplifies the voices of tomorrow’s international business leaders. Hosted annually by recipients of the Ross N. Clouston Memorial Award – named in honour of the late Ross N. Clouston – the series features candid discussions with leaders from across industries, from venture capital to visual arts. Join the conversation with these tenacious student hosts, as they draw out valuable lessons, bridge theory and practice, and inspire the next generation of business leadership.