BATTLE GROUND, WA, October 27, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Mark Russo has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Russo has established a distinguished career in the art world, currently serving as chief executive officer, founder and chairman of Treasure Investments Corporation since 2016. Under his leadership, the company has become a global force in sculpture and monument building, recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to artistic excellence. Mr. Russo focuses on driving the company's mission and growth, overseeing relationships with 122 top art dealers and galleries across the United States, including prominent locations like Beaver Creek, Aspen, Breckenridge, New York City, Key West, Palm Beach, Sedona, Scottsdale and Jackson Hole, Wyoming. He is dedicated to promoting high-end, investment-grade artwork, including blue-chip pieces in precious metals as an alternative asset class.

Treasure Investments Corporation represents the culmination of Mr. Russo's nearly four decades in the art business, integrating lessons from both his successes and business challenges. The company is rooted in sculpture, leveraging a world-class plaster mold collection comprising 2,700 images by more than 200 renowned artists. These molds serve as the foundation for original sculptures, enabling Treasure to create new works and produce posthumous originals with empirical provenance. The company has completed more than 1,000 monumental projects worldwide, with statuary up to 60 feet tall for hospitals, banks, casinos, corporations and private collectors. Its portfolio spans historical, biblical, Western, wildlife, fantasy and pop art genres, with works crafted in bronze, stainless steel, pure silver and solid gold. A significant milestone for Treasure Investments was the acquisition of a licensing agreement with the Marinelli Foundry in Florence, Italy. This agreement allows Treasure to access the priceless collection of molds commissioned by Pope Pius from 1928 to 1937 to create plaster casts directly from marble masterpieces in the Vatican, Villa Borghese and the Louvre Archaeological Museum in Naples. These molds preserved invaluable artworks against potential damage from war or disaster. With exclusive rights to produce posthumous originals from these molds in pure silver and solid gold, Treasure has completed seven and is finalizing the eighth silver Michelangelo "David," recognized as the largest silver statue in the world. Each piece is valued at $100 million or more, contributing to a multi-billion-dollar asset portfolio. Notable achievements include unveiling a pure silver Pietà with Steve Forbes in Las Vegas, appraised at $172 million, and debuting part of this Renaissance-inspired collection at Art Basel in Miami — the first time blue-chip artworks have been recreated in precious metals.

Treasure Investments also owns Museo Michelangelo, a private museum housing more than 4,000 original masterpieces, including master renderings, oil and acrylic paintings and sculptures in bronze, pure silver and gold. The collection is valued at over $9 billion and is considered one of the three most valuable private art collections globally. The museum is open by appointment and offers visitors an experience comparable to visiting a museum in Florence.

Mr. Russo's commitment to philanthropy is evident through Treasure's donation of hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of sculptures for fundraising events across the United States. The company maintains a nonpartisan approach, focusing on delivering products that bring enjoyment and satisfaction to clients rather than engaging in politics. Its commercial division sells limited editions worldwide through gallery partners and on 117 cruise ships across 52 countries.

Among Mr. Russo's most rewarding professional experiences is delivering finished monuments to clients. A recent highlight was installing a 14-foot grizzly bear sculpture for a client in Washington state. Witnessing client satisfaction and receiving positive feedback are central motivators for him; he considers customer fulfillment the ultimate measure of success.

Prior to founding Treasure Investments Corporation, Mr. Russo served as chairman of a biotech company. In this capacity, he gained valuable experience overseeing operations and strategic direction within a highly regulated industry. His earlier career included roles in sales for real estate projects and developments, as well as land development for various projects. These experiences provided him with a broad foundation in entrepreneurship and project management.

Mr. Russo's educational background includes earning a high school diploma. Early in his career, he attended the James Blanchard Investment Conference — now known as the New Orleans Investment Conference — in 1987. In his early twenties, while representing an artist at this event, he sold $900,000 worth of statues over one weekend. He attributes this success not only to salesmanship but also to his deep knowledge of the product, enthusiasm and understanding of each art piece's story. This pivotal experience launched his career in art sales and entrepreneurship.

As a designer and artist himself, Mr. Russo began producing artwork and commissioning other artists to realize his creative vision. He emphasizes speed and efficiency as key factors in his success, as Treasure can now move from concept to monumental installation within months while maintaining high quality and competitive pricing.

In addition to his business pursuits, Mr. Russo is an accomplished public speaker who has delivered motivational presentations at local high schools as well as events focused on alternative asset classes and family offices in countries such as Dubai, Qatar and Singapore.

Born in Portland, Mr. Russo prioritizes spending time with his family, including his four sons. His two eldest sons work alongside him at Treasure Investments Corporation, while his younger sons have accompanied him to shows and events where they have met political figures and celebrities. He enjoys flying helicopters, outdoor activities like hiking and fishing in his free time.

Looking ahead, Mr. Russo plans for Treasure Investments Corporation to expand its Renaissance collection by producing additional works from some of the world's most famous artists, including Giambologna, Della Tano, Verrocchio, Canova and 29 molds by Michelangelo made directly on original marbles. Current projects include creating the Pietà in 37,000 ounces of gold and David in 43,000 ounces of silver. A future goal is to produce David in solid gold — approximately 80,000 ounces — valued at an estimated $280 million at current market prices. The silver David has already been appraised at $1 billion and ranks among the most valuable art assets globally. Through these efforts, Treasure Investments aims not only to preserve and reproduce masterpieces but also to inspire viewers by sharing their meaning and significance while providing shareholders with returns on investment.

Mr. Russo continues to approach each project with creativity and optimism — combining fun with meaningful impact — and remains committed to uplifting others through art that motivates and encourages people to aspire to greater achievements in their own lives.

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