Rivet was founded in 2016 by Katrina Neumann, Sebastien Sanz de Santamaria, & Kira Simon-Kennedy. They each run their own online information platforms for artists, Rate My Artist Residency, Residency Unlimited, and China Residencies, respectively. In joining their networks and experience, they are busy building Rivet with support from NEW INC, New Museum’s cultural incubator, and Made in NY Media Center by IFP.