台灣藝文空間連線｜Taiwan Art Space Alliance, TASA
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Taiwan Art Space Alliance (TASA) Establishes " Management and Research Center " in 2024

The Taiwan Art Space Alliance (TASA) officially established the Management and Research Center in 2024. This center aims to become a leading research platform focusing on the development of domestic and international artist residency organizations, operational management of arts and cultural organizations, cultural impact, and sustainability in the arts. The establishment of this center marks TASA’s long-term commitment to the development of arts organizations in Taiwan and internationally. Its goals and mission are outlined as follows.

Background and Necessity

As global demand for artist residencies grows and sustainability concerns deepen, arts organizations face challenges in transforming their operational models while considering their long-term social and environmental impacts. Taiwan’s artist residency programs, rich in cultural resources and local creativity, play a pivotal role in advancing residency development.

To address these contemporary challenges, TASA established this specialized research center to provide concrete strategic guidance that meets the critical needs of the artist residency field. The primary objectives of the center are to amplify the social impact of artist residencies and explore ways to localize these programs while ensuring long-term support for sustainable development.

Core Mission

Operational Models for Artist Residencies
 The center will explore how to effectively manage artist residency organizations, focusing on financial sustainability, resource allocation, and developing diverse collaborative opportunities. The research will provide actionable guidelines to help organizations achieve best practices, fostering their stable and long-term development.

Cultural and Social Impact
Research will delve into how artist residencies can generate profound social impact, emphasizing the integration of arts with communities, minority cultures, education, and social issues. This research aims to enhance the positive societal influence of the arts and its contribution to social development.

Environmental Sustainability and Artistic Creation
The center will investigate how artist residencies can implement practices such as low-carbon creation, resource reuse, and eco-friendly approaches, embedding sustainability into the arts ecosystem.

Long-term Vision

Becoming a Leader in Asia for Residency and Sustainability Research. TASA is committed to becoming a key research institution in Asia and internationally, promoting professional development within the artist residency field. Taiwan aspires to be a model for artist residency and sustainability research.

Providing Comprehensive Support. The center’s research outputs will not only support residency organizations but also provide decision-making references for policymakers, educational institutions, and cultural advocates. These findings will establish a solid theoretical and practical foundation for the development of Taiwan’s artist residency programs and actively contribute to the formulation and implementation of future arts practices and related policies.

Professional Team

Introduction

She is an interdisciplinary practitioner devoted to social change, humanitarian action and development. In addition, she has integrated her professional skills across art/culture, education, migration/refugee and development studies into my working methodology. Since 2009, she has led multiple community-based engagement programs and participatory action research (PAR) in Taiwan, Mongolia, Jordan, Palestine, Israel, and Cambodia, especially with expertise in development, migration/refugee and PTSD issues. Additionally, since 2015, she has written several books, including The Legacy of Wolves and Deers in Mongolia (2015), Walking in Israel and Palestine (2018) and The Forgotten Refugee Heritage in Palestine (2023).

Introduction

Peter, Executive Director of the Dimension Endowment of Art, has dedicated himself to serving nonprofit cultural organizations. His work encompasses museum planning, contemporary art exhibition curation, and supporting public art policy research for Taipei City and New Taipei City. He has also implemented public art projects for social housing in Taipei. With extensive experience in public art, arts education, and the operation and management of nonprofit cultural institutions, Hsiung has made significant contributions to the cultural sector.

Introduction

The founder of The ROLD Group, has achieved remarkable success in corporate management and marketing, thanks to her extensive academic background and outstanding professional experience. She graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a degree in Corporate Public Relations Management, earned an MBA in Business Administration from Utah State University, and holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Soochow University. These solid academic foundations have been instrumental in shaping her career achievements.

Professionally, Ms. Tung served as the Head of Customer Service Business Unit and General Manager at Yulon Motor Group, showcasing exceptional leadership in large-scale enterprise management. At Vedan Group, she held the roles of Chief of Staff and General Manager of the Quick-Service Food Business Unit, focusing on enhancing brand competitiveness and market share. As the Global Business Unit President at Johnson Health Tech, she spearheaded the company's international market expansion and integrated health and technology innovations. She also served as the Taiwan General Manager for Tommy Hilfiger, successfully localizing and managing operations for the renowned American fashion brand.

Her diverse experience spans the automotive, food, health technology, and fashion industries, demonstrating her outstanding business acumen and strategic planning capabilities. These qualities have infused The ROLD Group with a robust foundation of professional expertise and a forward-looking international vision.

The founder, Ms. Rosie TUNG, brings a wealth of academic and professional experience in corporate management, providing the company with a solid foundation and an international vision.

Introduction

The ROLD Group

The ROLD Group is an elite management consulting team dedicated to market insights and client-centric solutions. Its members boast over 20 years of experience serving renowned multinational corporations and cultural and creative brands, including Procter & Gamble (P&G), Gillette, Braun, Yulon Motor, and Johnson Health Tech. With deep expertise in marketing and corporate management, ROLD provides a wide range of services spanning brand management, financial planning, and customer relationship management.

In response to global market shifts and challenges, ROLD adopts a forward-thinking and flexible approach, offering adaptable collaboration models such as on-site consultations and short-term assignments. These services help businesses address budget constraints and improve operational efficiency. Additionally, ROLD actively assists partners in achieving digital transformation and sustainable growth. Through innovative strategies and expert consulting, the company creates long-term value with its clients.

ROLD’s core services include brand marketing, public relations, customer relationship management (CRM), strategic alliances, and cultural and art curation. Leveraging digital technology for market research and data analysis, ROLD delivers comprehensive online and offline solutions across various industries, including fast-moving consumer goods, finance, e-commerce, and education and culture.

ROLD is also committed to social responsibility. Through partnerships with organizations like the Huashan Social Welfare Foundation and the Taiwan Fund for Children and Families, the company organizes charitable events to give back to society.

 

Introduction

Born in 1982 in Osaka, Japan, Qenji Yoshida is an artist whose primary mediums are language and translation. Yoshida's work has been featured in various exhibitions, including the “Tokyo Biennale” (Tokyo, 2023) and "Arts in Jetlag - Floating in the Buffering" (Stanford Art Center, Singapore, 2021). In 2019, he co-founded TRA-TRAVEL, which creates diverse artistic projects such as artist-in-residency programs, artist talks, workshops, international exchanges, and exhibitions, with the mission of connecting Osaka with global art practitioners.