We’re psyched to announce that this week, Cuseum’s CEO & Founder, Brendan Ciecko, has been announced as a Forbes ‘Next 1000’ honoree.
Cuseum’s 2020 Year in Review
2020 will go down in history as the year that everything changed. Between COVID-19, a social awakening, and unexpected events around every corner, the past year has been filled with unprecedented moments. These last 12 months have been transformative for Cuseum, and for the sectors we serve. As we step into these first days of the new year with much optimism and excitement, we want to look back at the past year and share many milestones, customer stories, and achievements with you.
Cuseum Receives U.S. Patent for New Contactless Venue Admission Technology
Cuseum announced today the issuance of United States Patent No. 10,827,353 related to a new system for contactless venue admission. This latest patent represents the company’s dedication to delivering pioneering solutions that offer convenience and efficiency, as well as respond to the new challenges and demands faced by venues due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cuseum’s CEO & Founder Featured on Blooloop’s 2020 “50 Museum Influencers” List
Cuseum’s CEO & Founder, Brendan Ciecko, was recently featured on Blooloop’s premiere “50 Museum Influencers” list, and we couldn’t be more proud. Blooloop’s 2020 list is designed to “shine a spotlight on 50 people whose innovation and creativity are helping museums through this uniquely challenging time.”
Cuseum’s CEO & Founder Featured as 2020 Artnet Innovator
We’re so excited and honored to announce that Cuseum’s CEO & Founder, Brendan Ciecko, has been featured in the Artnet Intelligence Report’s Fall 2020 Innovators Issue, alongside 51 other talented and creative entrepreneurs, artists, dealers, and more! According to the Artnet, “at a time when the art industry is facing unprecedented challenges, we set out to identify the most forward-thinking people in the market today.”
Cuseum’s [AR]T Museum is Featured by Apple
This May, Cuseum announced the release of a new Augmented Reality (AR) feature that virtually transports famous artworks from museums into people’s homes. Through this new feature for Cuseum-powered apps, as well as through the [AR]T Museum app, people all around the world have been able to virtually place paintings and other objects onto their walls and revel in artworks that are typically only available to view inside a museum setting.
Now, we are excited to announce that [AR]T Museum has been featured by Apple as “App of the Day” and promoted globally across Apple’s App Store social media channels!
Introducing a New Partnership: Cuseum & accesso
Partnerships have long been the backbone of the arts and cultural sector. Now, amidst the challenges related to COVID-19 and adapting to the “new normal”, partnerships are increasingly important to the continued success of museums and cultural attractions.
At Cuseum, we’re always excited to establish partnerships that can expand the offerings and opportunities available to the diverse organizations we work with. Now, more than ever, we’re committed to supporting museums, attractions, and nonprofits of all kinds as they rethink the visitor experience and introduce “contactless” options that can make visiting safe and seamless for guests. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our partnership with accesso Technology Group (LON:ACSO), a premier technology solutions provider for attractions and venues worldwide.
Statement: We stand in solidarity with the Black community
Cuseum values equality, accessibility, and inclusion across the cultural sector and entire world.
We stand with those raising their voices in support of justice and equality.
We know that actions speak louder than words and that we have lots of work to do. In the meantime, we will be finding ways to support organizations that are playing a role in addressing social justice, fostering inclusion, and promoting civil rights.
Announcing “Museum From Home” Augmented Reality (AR) Experience & Groundbreaking Research on How the Brain Perceives Art through Virtual Channels
In response to the new demand for immersive digital museum experiences, Cuseum is excited to announce the release of a new Augmented Reality (AR) feature that virtually transports famous artworks from museums into people’s homes, along with groundbreaking research on the neuroscience of how the brain perceives art through AR, VR, and other digital forms as compared to the original artwork.
Introducing a New Partnership: Cuseum and Tessitura Network
Cuseum, a leading provider of engagement software for museums and arts nonprofits, is the latest partner to join Tessitura Network‘s ecosystem of trusted technology and service providers. With this partnership, Tessitura’s user community, comprised of many of the world’s most iconic museums and cultural attractions plus an extensive number of leading performing arts organizations, will be able to benefit from new mobile engagement and digital membership solutions that integrate directly with the Tessitura platform.
Cuseum Receives U.S. Patent for Innovative Mobile Navigation Solution
Cuseum announced today the issuance of United States Patent No. 10,573,025 related to an innovative wayfinding and positioning solution that leverages machine vision. This latest patent represents the company’s enduring commitment to enhancing the customer experience at venues and public attractions through mobile technology.
Cuseum’s 2019 Year in Review
It’s been an extraordinary year at Cuseum, and we are filled with momentum as we head towards 2020. Between new partnerships, exciting additions to the Cuseum family, launching our third product, and sharing our vision all around the globe, 2019 marks the best year in our company's history.
Introducing Guest Pass Referral by Cuseum
Increasing attendance, membership, and visibility are some of the top priorities across the cultural space. To date, there’s been no easy and cost-effective solution that empowers organizations to leverage the networks of their most dedicated supporters to address these goals. Your constituents have valuable connections with the potential to elevate your organization – if only there were an easy way to tap into them.
Introducing a New Partnership: Cuseum & Neon One
Partnerships are the backbone of the museum and nonprofit world, and strong collaboration is vital to sustaining cultural space. From the relationships between organizations and their constituents, communities of volunteers, to partnerships between museums and brands, these networks are the lifeblood that keeps nonprofits thriving.
Cuseum is Celebrating its 5th Birthday!
This month, we are beyond excited to celebrate Cuseum’s 5th birthday! We’re kicking off the festivities with 5 Fun Facts about our company’s 5-year-long journey. So, let’s take a ride down memory lane!
Cuseum Receives U.S. Patent for Content Delivery System Based on Analysis of Location, Activity, and Sentiment
Cuseum is proud to announce the issuance of United States Patent No. 10,264,392 related to a new method of delivering content based on a user’s location, activity, and emotional response. The company continues to expand its inventive mobile solutions to serve the evolving needs of museums, attractions, and nonprofits.
What’s the Return on Investment for Digital Membership Cards? Find Out Now with our New ROI Calculator
Running a membership program comes with a lot of moving parts and responsibility. With traditional membership cards you may be spending more time, money, and effort than you think. Between the printing of paper or plastic cards, postage, staff labor, never-ending membership mailings, and lapsed members, just how high is your membership expenditure and how does that accumulate over time?
Spotlight on Charlie Fink’s new book Convergence: How The World Will Be Painted With Data
Charlie Fink, foremost expert on Augmented Reality best known for his Forbes column, has just released his new book Convergence: How The World Will Be Painted With Data, where Cuseum’s founder Brendan Ciecko was featured within the “AR in Museums” chapter.
Museums at the Crossroads: the Role of Corporate Partnerships
Our very own CEO, Brendan Ciecko, was tapped for insights for the report, Museums at the Crossroads: the Role of Corporate Partnerships, published by international PR group Grayling.
Cuseum’s 2018 Year in Review
It has been a spectacular year for Cuseum and there is a ton to be excited about heading into the new year. 2018 was full of growth, unforgettable happenings, and new additions to the Cuseum family. We’ve never been more excited about what’s been happening in the world of museums, public attractions, and cultural nonprofits. Thank you for being a part of this journey!