Toby Usnik
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Toby Usnik is a global business development and communications and AI expert who excels at deal-making, public relations, and social impact with multinational organizations. He is currently co-head of the ArtsCom cultural communications network in New York City and an advisor on artificial intelligence for social impact. Prior to this role, Toby served as Head of Communications for the British Consulate General New York, principal of Philanthropic Impact advisory in New York and Beijing, and the chief corporate social responsibility officer at Christie’s, where he rallied colleagues, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders to launch global CSR initiatives under its “Art+Soul” umbrella. He also held leadership positions as the executive director of public relations for The New York Times Company and the director of international public affairs at American Express.
Toby is not only an accomplished business development and communications expert, but he is also the co-author of “Connecting the Dots: Building Your Network and Legacy” and author of “The Caring Economy: How to Win with Corporate Social Responsibility” and host of the popular podcast by the same name, where each week he and his guest discuss ways to seek guidance on building a purpose-driven career or business.
