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Building bridges: Didier Bedoya and Richard Branson
In early May, our CEO, Eduardo Ojeda, had the incredible opportunity to attend Richard Branson's renowned Finding My Virginity event on his private island. This experience not only enriched Eduardo's entrepreneurial journey but also allowed him to bring invaluable insights back to The Art Dome. A highlight of the trip was gifting an original oil painting by our talented artist, Didier Bedoya, to Branson. This connection between art and philanthropy showcases the shared commitment of both Bedoya and Branson to raise awareness about the Venezuelan crisis, illustrating how creativity and compassion can unite for a greater cause.
Introduction: Art as a Bridge Between Worlds
At The Art Dome, every milestone we reach is a story of connection — between art and purpose, creativity and leadership.
Earlier this year, our Founder and CEO Eduardo Ojeda took part in Finding My Virginity, an exclusive entrepreneurial retreat hosted by Sir Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, on his private Necker Island.
This moment marked not only a personal achievement for Eduardo, but also a collective triumph for The Art Dome — a bridge between our mission in the art world and the global stage of innovation and social impact
Finding My Virginity: Where Visionaries Gather
For those unfamiliar with it, Finding My Virginity is more than an event — it’s a leadership experience designed by Sir Richard Branson himself.
Each year, he invites 52 emerging leaders from around the world to Necker Island for a week of knowledge exchange and mentorship, joined by members of the Virgin Group.
Branson, known for building an empire that spans airlines, music, telecommunications, and space travel, represents a philosophy that aligns deeply with The Art Dome’s values: bold creativity, resilience, and the courage to innovate through uncertainty.
During the retreat, Eduardo shared The Art Dome’s mission and vision — demonstrating how art can be a catalyst for social transformation and economic empowerment. But he also carried with him something far more symbolic: a gift of art that would connect two worlds.
A Painting with Purpose: Didier Bedoya’s “Bridges”
During his stay, Eduardo presented Sir Richard Branson with an original oil painting by Didier Bedoya, one of The Art Dome’s founding artists.
Bedoya’s work, deeply rooted in social consciousness, often explores the Colombian–Venezuelan border, where migration and resilience intertwine.
His acclaimed series “Puentes (Bridges)” portrays migrant families crossing rivers over makeshift bridges — fragile wooden structures that symbolize both struggle and hope.
How can art support my business growth?
Art transforms spaces, inspires teams, engages clients, and strengthens reputation while creating long-term cultural value.
Can my company build a collection with The Art Dome?
Yes. We create curated art collections that represent your brand’s identity and connect it with culture and innovation.
I’m an artist. How can I join The Art Dome?
You can apply to our residency and acceleration programs. We guide artists with mentorship, visibility, and international connections
Shared Purpose: Branson and Bedoya’s Common Ground
In 2019, Richard Branson organized the historic Venezuela Aid Live, a benefit concert held in Cúcuta, Colombia, to raise awareness and support for Venezuelan migrants, the event drew international attention, mobilizing aid and highlighting the humanitarian crisis on the border.
Similarly, Didier Bedoya has devoted much of his artistic career to illuminating these same realities — using painting as a form of advocacy.
When Eduardo placed Bedoya’s painting in Branson’s hands, it was a meeting of shared intent: two individuals from different worlds, united by compassion and a commitment to action.
It symbolized what The Art Dome stands for — art as dialogue, art as empathy, art as transformation.
Art that Connects and Inspires
This exchange was not just a symbolic moment — it was a validation of what we believe at The Art Dome:
that art can move beyond walls and galleries, crossing into the spaces where decisions, ideas, and global change are made.
For Didier Bedoya, knowing that his work now lives in the collection of someone who has also worked to improve lives across borders is both humbling and inspiring.
And for us, it reaffirms our mission: to empower artists whose creativity carries meaning — who remind us that beauty and purpose can coexist.
Let’s create something extraordinary together
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Bibliography
Virgin Group Official Website – About Sir Richard Branson and Finding My Virginity.
BBC News – Coverage of Venezuela Aid Live 2019.
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