The Creative Economy in Newport

Come join us for an evening with Richie Turner - From Startup Stiwdio and Dr. Nick Lambert from USW.

Date: Thu Nov 14 2024

Time: 17:30 GMT

Location: Mercure Newport

Richie Turner (Startup Stiwdio Incubator Manager) and Dr. Nick Lambert (Entrepreneurship Consultant) at University of South will be presenting the findings from two pieces of research they carried out in late 2023 around the creative economy in Newport.

Firstly they will present the results from their Creative Industries Cluster Hub pilot run on behalf of Newport City Council and funded in partnership with Creative Cardiff.

Secondly they will share the results of a specific creative skills consultation – funded via the South Wales Civic Engagement Partnership - which brought HE, FE and other skills providers together to identify gaps in provision needed to grow Newport’s creative sector.

Richie Turner has worked in the arts, creative industries and higher education sector in Wales for over 40 years and has founded several creative businesses. He has also held several Public appointments in the arts and creative industries for Welsh Government and was the first Director for Nesta (UK Innovation Foundation) in Wales.

Dr Nick Lambert is based in Cardiff and has 25 years’ experience in creative industries research, including running the VASARI Centre at Birkbeck, University of London, and as Head of Research at Ravensbourne University. He has delivered AHRC, ESF and Community Renewal fund projects, including Creative Industries Cluster Hubs with Handheld Events and USW.

This event is a fantastic opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and gain valuable knowledge. Don't miss out on this exciting event!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Mercure Newport, Upper Dock Street, Newport, United Kingdom