Our work to map the creative economy is well underway. To help us with this ambitious project we’ve recruited a team of students who bring with them a fantastic range […]
Plaudits have been flowing fast recently for the digital creativity achievements of Wales' UK government offices. Companies House, based in Cardiff, has been working hard to turn itself into a digital […]
Towards the end of last month, the Creative Economy team hosted an event to bring together university staff and students and members of the local creative economy to learn about […]
From the moment we heard about The Other Room, Cardiff's new pub theatre, we were keen to get involved. We admired their positive, entrepreneurial spirit and their passion. And we saw […]
In every city I’ve lived in there have been people that I’ve identified as “do-ers” – the people who make things happen. I don’t mean people who do things in […]
At Creative Cardiff we’re interested in creativity of all kinds across the city, and it’s always good to see artistic events occurring. With another bank holiday just around the corner, […]
A quick visit to Bath for an event organised by the Centre for Digital Entertainment proved a rich source of insight for the cross-over world of the digital economy. Run jointly […]
I’m thrilled to be the Advisory Chair of Cardiff University's new Creative Cardiff initiative, supporting its two ambitions – to build the connections between Cardiff University's academics and the creative industries and to […]
The creative economy is a major employer across the UK, but its importance goes well beyond job creation. The creative and cultural life of a city enhances both reputation and […]
A lively couple of days in Brussels last week - the highlight a Lisbon Council round-table with Andrus Ansip, Vice President of the European Commission. Ansip was for nine years […]
We’re delighted to welcome Lisa Matthews on secondment from the Arts Council of Wales into the role of Director of Creative Economy, as Sara Pepper’s maternity cover. Lisa brings a wealth of skills and significant experience to the team.
