Phillips has appointed India Phillips as Managing Director, Modern & Contemporary Art, Europe, effective February 2026. Based in London and reporting directly to the CEO, she will focus on expanding the auction house's presence across Europe. Phillips joins after a decade at Bonhams, where she most recently served as Managing Director, EMEA. The announcement also includes promotions for Marianne Hoet to Chairman, Modern and Contemporary Art Europe, Olivia Thornton to Deputy Chairwoman, and Matt Langton to Deputy Chairman, Modern and Contemporary Art, Europe.
This appointment signals Phillips' strategic push to strengthen its foothold in the European art market amid increasing competition among major auction houses. India Phillips brings over two decades of experience, including senior roles at Bonhams and earlier at Christie's and in the museum sector, positioning her to cultivate high-level collector relationships and drive consignments. The reshuffled leadership team underscores Phillips' commitment to deepening client engagement and expanding market share across the continent.