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High profile strategy and commentary for the creative and knowledge economy

On key issues for the economies, cultures and creativity of nations, regions and cities. The focus is to establish the climate for business development, job creation, visitor attraction and inclusive/diverse creativity.

Creative economy and cultural sector knowledge resource

In-depth knowledge of models for creative economy and cultural sector development (from Chicago to Cologne); regional policy; national policy; and European Policy. This includes consultancy services for creative industries strategies, feasibility work, specialist support services and investment initiatives.

Creative business accelerator services

Providing specialist advice, guidance and intelligence to creative businesses and organisations with growth potential.

Creative economy and cultural regeneration research and consultancy

High level research skills combining qualitative and quantitative approaches to analyse issues of creative economy and cultural regeneration policy and development; cultural planning; sub-sectoral issues (from fashion to music); in-depth mapping; and cultural identity.

Creative diversity consultancy

In-depth experience establishing workable cultural and creative industries strategies in diverse contexts, including strong links to the festival and carnival sector; and an understanding of different ethnicities and their role in the creative economy.

International creativity and cultural commentary

Conference, workshop and seminar delivery for Governments civic leaders, planners, businesses and educationalists. Engagements have been made in over 20 countries.