Chris Marchese
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About
Chris Marchese is a Canadian artist, designer, and entrepreneur building the Marchese brand into a global luxury house. As the Founder & Creative Director of Marchese, Chris merges fine art, fashion, and design into a world-class vision inspired by cultural icons like Versace and Armani. His work has been featured in galleries across Toronto, Miami, and New York, collected by celebrities, and showcased at international events including Art Basel.
Beyond the runway and gallery, Chris leads SET Enterprises, a private ecosystem spanning marketing, sales, and ventures that funds and fuels his creative empire. Through this platform, he develops partnerships, invests in growth opportunities, and empowers other entrepreneurs with strategies that drive results.
With upcoming showcases in Toronto, Miami, New York, London, and Tokyo, Chris Marchese is positioning himself not only as a celebrated artist but as a world-renowned designer and cultural leader shaping the future of art and fashion.
Chris’s work spans industries and impacts brands of all sizes, from startups to global giants like BMW, Wynn/Hilton Hotels, and Huawei. His passion for collaboration, innovation, and giving back has established him as a leader committed to transforming lives and businesses.
Early life
Born and raised in Toronto, Chris Marchese grew up in government-supported housing, where resilience and determination became second nature. Despite early academic challenges and being placed in special education, Chris refused to let labels define his future. Instead, he channeled his energy into discipline, creativity, and a relentless drive for self-improvement. These formative experiences instilled the grit and vision that now fuel his journey from humble beginnings to the global stage of art, fashion, and entrepreneurship.
Chris’s journey began in sales as a teenager, where he honed his skills and found his passion for personal development. Mentored by the legendary Bob Proctor, he learned the power of shifting paradigms and positive thinking, which laid the foundation for his future endeavors.
Companies
SET Marketing
SET Sales Consulting
In 2020, Chris Marchese launched SET Sales Consulting to help businesses achieve predictable and scalable revenue growth. Specializing in high-return sales strategies, the division has consistently delivered 2-3x ROI for clients by optimizing sales processes, improving team performance, and refining customer acquisition methods. The success of SET Sales Consulting led to the creation of the SET Sales Academy, a training program designed to equip sales professionals with the tools and techniques needed to close deals and drive long-term business success.
SET Ventures
In 2021, Chris Marchese founded SET Ventures, the private equity and funding arm of SET Enterprises, to help businesses scale rapidly and unlock new growth opportunities. SET Ventures focuses on securing capital, forming strategic equity partnerships, and identifying innovative market solutions. By combining financial expertise with a hands-on approach, SET Ventures has enabled clients to achieve exponential growth and position themselves for long-term success in competitive industries.
Art By Marchese
In 2015, Chris Marchese launched Art By Marchese, blending his passion for creativity with bold, pop-culture-inspired designs. Specializing in vibrant graffiti, acrylic paintings, and graphic design, Chris has created custom artwork for celebrities, luxury brands, restaurants, and automotive dealerships. Art By Marchese has become a go-to for those seeking unique and impactful visual storytelling, elevating spaces and brands with unforgettable artistic expressions.