“In my darkest times, ArtLifting really came through for me [...] I'm super, greatly appreciative [of companies like ArtLifting and HPE] because you literally allow life.”

- Damiano Austin, ArtLifting Artist

ArtLifting partnered with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) to launch an art rotation program featuring talented artists with disabilities at HPE’s headquarters in Spring, Texas. HPE was seeking a way to enhance employee experience by engaging their team members and celebrating cultural connections and observances. ArtLifting's art rotation program provides HPE an opportunity to visibly accomplish these goals within the workplace environment. 

Leaders desired to highlight artists whose stories and perspectives reflect themes including,  mental health, LGBTQ+ Pride, Asian Pacific Islander heritage, and veterans. For HPE, the turnkey rotation program enhances their talent approach, with art providing a tangible avenue to promote a more inclusive and accessible workplace culture.

HPE’s Culture & Engagement team noted their interest in creating interactive moments around the art program with an unveiling event featuring an ArtLifting artist the company is supporting. 

In early 2025, HPE held an employee engagement event at its headquarters to celebrate the rotation program. HPE invited ArtLifting artist Damiano Austin to speak at the event and share her story with HPE employees. During the event, Rasheda Carter, HR Leader at HPE, reflected on the program, sharing, “This is just another part of our story that we can tell here at HPE.” HPE also produced a video of the event, giving their global team the opportunity to connect with Damiano’s story while highlighting the impact of their partnership with ArtLifting.

The decision to invest in an art rotation program reflects HPE’s commitment to offering employees enriching experiences while showcasing art that resonates with both their workforce and leadership.

Images

1. Banner: A dining space at HPE headquarters with modern pendant lights and a wavy blue ceiling installation. At the far end, a framed print of an artwork by Aneliya Kostova adds vibrant color against the white wall.

2. A contemporary executive office with leather seating and floor-to-ceiling windows. On the wall hangs a three-part series of original artworks by Marc, a triptych in bold blue and orange tones, placed prominently in the CEO’s office.

3. The headquarters reception area with a wood-paneled wall behind the desk. Two framed prints of artworks by Damiano Austin hang side by side, introducing vibrant, abstract compositions into the welcoming space.

4. A wider view of the headquarters reception area, showing the front desk, seating area, and greenery. On the wall behind the desk are the same two framed prints of artworks by Damiano Austin, anchoring the space with bold color and abstract forms.