A Team of Special People – Stanley Kessel
Stanley Kessel
Stanley Kessel is a highly regarded advisor with a profound passion for people, animals, and the environment. Known for his open mind and artistic disposition, Stanley’s extensive travel experience has helped him hone exceptional networking skills, creating unique opportunities for collaboration.
His diverse professional background includes roles such as Artist Management and Art Sales Specialist at Gallery Africa, Art Broker at Wildenstein Gallery, Producer and Sound Engineer at Doghouse Recording Studios, and Event Manager for the Cheetah Conservation Campaign. He also founded and managed the Gallery International art gallery, where he fostered creativity and built strong community connections.
Recognized for his warmth and compassion, Stanley is committed to finding impactful solutions that benefit both communities and ecosystems. Proud of his South African roots, he is well-known in the local music scene as Stanny K, a respected guitarist who connects the post-1980s progressive scene with dynamic performances. Additionally, Stanley enjoyed a successful career as a professional surfer in the 1980s and 1990s, winning prestigious titles such as the Gotcha Trials, Instinct Pro-Am, and the WP Championships.
Mr. Kessel holds multiple degrees from the University of Cape Town (1984-1991), including:
Mr. Kessel holds multiple degrees from the University of Cape Town (1984-1991), including:
- Bachelor of Science (BSc)
- Political Science (Major)
- History and Philosophy of Science (Major)
- Astronomy (Major)
- Bachelor of Music (BMus)
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
- Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (MA)
