Faena Rose: A Gateway to Art, Culture and Community

From global excursions to intimate discussions and dynamic cultural engagements, the season has been nothing short of extraordinary.

ARTICLE ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN FAENA JOURNAL ISSUE #59 • SPRING 2025

Faena Rose is an exclusive private members’ club dedicated to art, culture, and community, offering unparalleled programming and VIP access designed to enrich lives and foster meaningful connections. From global excursions to intimate discussions and dynamic cultural engagements, the season has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Havana Nights and Artistic Encounters

A series of Havana Cultural Excursions launched with groups traveling to Cuba, immersing themselves in the city’s rich artistic and cultural landscape. These experiences provided exclusive access to local galleries, live musical performances, and historic sites. Highlights included a private concert by Buena Vista Social Club and intimate gatherings with Havana’s vibrant art scene, including an unforgettable evening at the home of Pamela Ruiz and artist Damien Aquiles. The moments spent in the Cuban capital left an indelible mark.

Studio Visits & Immersive Experiences

The year began with an unforgettable Lucali Pizza Masterclass, where members spent two immersive days learning the secrets behind the legendary pies alongside pizza maestro and Lucali owner, Mark Iacono. Rose members engaged with the city’s thriving art scene through exclusive experiences, including a private studio tour with Gavin Perry, a curated day trip to Palm Beach for an insider’s look at The Bunker Artspace, and a guided exploration of Retina & Resina by Andre Poli at Superblue. Behind-thescenes access to the Fountainhead Residency & Collection, a private viewing of Miami New Drama’s hit Lincoln Road Hustle, and a vibrant studio visit with Hoxxoh added to a rich cultural season.

Faena Rose Rumble took to the boxing ring for an epic rematch between Anthony “The Mooch” Scaramucci and Kevin “Mr. Wonderful” O’Leary. Having lost to The Mooch in the first Rumble in 2024, Mr. Wonderful did not hold any punches back when answering the impromptu questions from the audience during eight rounds of verbal sparring between these two masters of the sound bite. Decided entirely by audience praise through applause, O’Leary was declared the winner, taking home the golden belt, and thus becoming the reigning champion

Insightful Dialogues & Thought Leadership

Zeitgeist conversations remain at the core of Faena Rose, bringing together thought leaders, visionaries, and changemakers to explore the ideas shaping the world. From cutting-edge technology and global trends to art, finance, and urban development, these discussions ignite curiosity, challenge perspectives, and inspire meaningful dialogue.

Recent highlights included Data-Driven Health with Andrew Lacy and a festive edition of Curating the Holidays with Colin Cowie. Larry Warsh shared rare insights into his Art Cars Vision, highlighting his pivotal role in preserving street art from icons such as Keith Haring, Andy Warhol, and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Former SoftBank CFO Alok Sama offered a compelling discussion on his book BillionDollar Deals, while an unexpected addition to the lineup brought Eric Schmidt for an illuminating talk on the future of tech and AI ethics, as outlined in his book Genesis: Artificial Intelligence, Hope, and the Human Spirit. Global trends also took center stage with The Economist’s The World Ahead featuring Tom Standage, an incisive presentation on The Bitcoin Horizon by fellow Rose Member Michael Saylor, and a fascinating deep dive into Miami’s sinking buildings led by Professor Falk Amelung.

Cinematic Experiences

The screening series continued with Botero, offering members an opportunity to explore the life and work of the Colombian master. The film was followed by an engaging conversation with Fernando Botero’s grandson, Fernando Botero Quintana, who provided intimate insights into the artist’s life and legacy. Additional screenings included Men of War with an insightful Q&A and Beyond the Fantasy.