The art market, a traditionally opaque and often unpredictable realm, is facing a confluence of challenges that are reshaping the landscape of public sales. Third-party guarantees, the increasing fragmentation of regional markets, and dwindling resale premiums have transformed auctions from relatively fluid events into meticulously choreographed spectacles. Recognizing the need for expert navigation in this complex environment, a supergroup of art market veterans has formed a new consultancy to tackle these high-level issues, offering strategic guidance to galleries, auction houses, and private collectors.