Katy Wickremesinghe is an entrepreneur and cultural advocate known for bridging the worlds of art and business. Raised in London, her upbringing shaped her ability to connect Eastern and Western cultures, which has defined her professional journey. After a decade at the global PR agency freuds, Katy founded KTW London in 2014, a strategic communications consultancy specialising in the art market and luxury brand sectors. Her mission is to uncover the cultural DNA of brands and individuals, creating lasting impact and legacy.
In 2021, Katy launched The Wick, a cultural content platform designed to make the art world more accessible and to connect the culturally curious with established and emerging creative talent. Through The Wick, she has created a space where business, creativity, and art intersect.
Katy is also a dedicated patron of the arts, serving as a trustee of the Royal Academy of Arts, Dulwich Picture Gallery, and The Line—London’s first dedicated public art walk. She mentors through the Association of Women in the Artsand supports the Serpentine Future Contemporaries and V&A Patrons. A respected voice in the arts and business communities, Katy frequently moderates industry panels, encouraging cross-sector dialogue and cultural engagement.
In this episode of the Pearl Lam Podcast, Pearl Lam and Katy discuss the evolving role of digital platforms in the art world, the importance of fostering creative networks, and how The Wick engages with artists, collectors, and institutions. They also explore broader trends in the global art market, the impact of technology on artistic practice, and the challenges of sustaining a creative career today.
Visit The Wick’s website here.
