Our founder, Callum Hale-Thomson, recently appeared on the All About Art podcast in conversation with Alexandra Steinacker-Clark.

In the episode, Callum discussed what first drew him to the art world and how First Thursday emerged in early 2024 as a response to the operational realities faced by commercial galleries. He spoke about building a technology platform in a sector that has historically been cautious about digital tools, and why streamlining sales workflows and surfacing meaningful insights has become increasingly important for gallery teams.

The conversation also explored the role of AI in the art industry, focusing on how it is being used in practice rather than theory. Callum shared his perspective on how automation can reduce administrative workload, help teams better understand collector relationships, and support more consistent and timely sales activity without changing how galleries work day to day.

The episode offered a broader view on navigating industry resistance, building trust as an early stage company, and how First Thursday is evolving to meet the needs of galleries operating in a complex and fragmented market.

→ Listen to the full episode here