Stephen Swid
Stephen Swid (1940–2019) was a notable American businessman and art collector, renowned for his impact on the music publishing industry as well as the art world. Swid was a co-owner and chairman of SESAC, one of the three major American performing rights organizations, thus playing a crucial role in protecting artists' rights and fostering the music industry. In the realm of art, his insights and active involvement were influential; particularly, he served as the chairman of the board of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation, where he played a pivotal role in steering its various initiatives and expansions.