Jason DeMeo (JASE) is an artist and entrepreneur with a passion for transforming creativity into meaningful experiences. Over the past seven years, he has built a thriving art practice, exhibiting across the U.S. and cultivating a global community of collectors who resonate with his belief that Matter is Miraculous—each piece revealing wonder in everyday life.

With over 15 years of entrepreneurial experience, Jason co-founded WE ARE CURIO, a human-centered design studio, and IROX Hospitality, which focuses on creating spaces that foster connection. He has trained hundreds of leaders in the IEDA™ process to unlock innovation, blending his background in spiritual formation and corporate America to guide individuals and teams toward their full creative potential.

Through his Artistic Intelligence keynote, Jason inspires organizations to embrace environments of “AWE” where creativity and innovation thrive.

“Jason is a highly effective speaker when it comes to creativity and design.” - Nyrka Riskin Polk State Corporate College“

“Insightful, experiential, and essential for uncovering new creative solutions.” - Joe Childs Director of Innovation at IWU

“Jason has a way of drawing out the best from everyone in the room. Creative and engaging, beyond what anyone might have imagined in the beginning. It’s really something behold and a true gift when you get to be part of it!” Lisa Greenwood President of Wesleyan Impact Partners