Eddy Steiner
Founder and Board Chair
Eddy is a social entrepreneur and art enthusiast committed to leveraging African art to create social change. As founder of Painting With The Stars, he bridges creativity and philanthropy to empower artists and communities.
Nomaza Nongqunga Coutez
Nomaza is a Franco–South African cultural entrepreneur, curator, and founder. In 2017 she was appointed to the French President’s Council for Africa, advising on cultural diplomacy and Africa–Europe relations. With over 20 curated exhibitions across Europe, Africa, and the U.S., Nomaza brings expertise in strategy and global networks.
Tshegofatso Matlou
Tshegofatso plays a key role in building strategic partnerships to support our mission.
Bevlee Michel
Bevlee has exhibited in numerous group and solo exhibitions in addition to spreading art knowledge through teaching. She leverages her creative expertise to advance our mission.
Philippa Sklaar
Philippa is a renowned author and international speaker and has done groundbreaking work at the California Institution for Women.
Katlego Mafokate
Katlego is an attorney with experience in non-profit management and law.
Michael Judin (Advisor)
Michael is an ex officio director of, and legal advisor to the American Chamber of Commerce in South Africa of which he was made an Honorary Life Member in recognition of his exemplary leadership and service. Michael also serves as co-chair of a sub-committee of the American Bar Association, member of the e-Commerce Committee of the Financial Services Control Authority, advisor to the The Good Governance Academy NPC, non-exec chairman of the Conscious Leadership Academy (Pty)Ltd and lead independent non-executive director of a company listed on the JSE.
Amit Fix (Advisor)
Amit has extensive leadership experience and is an advisor to several companies for over two decades, in both profit and non-profit sectors.
Amit has providedv ision, direction, and managed large scaleo perations.
His cross-cultural background allows him to build bridges and facilitate partnerships between diverse individuals and institutions.