CREATIVE WYCOMBE - Supporting and Promoting Creative Talent and Enterprise in Wycombe District

The video below features Karen Satterford, CEO of Wycombe District Council talking about creative Industries and how they can contribute to sustainable economic prosperity and growth in Wycombe District.

CREATIVE WYCOMBE EVENT Nearly 40 people from across the district attended this networking event on Friday 23rd October. As part of the Shortcuts Film Festival, Creative Wycombe was primarily a mini networking event and also a chance for many parties interested in creative industries to present their services. Presenters included:

Karen Satterford CEO, Wycombe District Council (See Video)

Tony Green Deputy Leader, Wycombe District Council

Godfrey Smith Progress South Central

Vicky Hope-Walker Creative Bucks and ART Works for Business

Ruth Gunstone Deputy Dean, Bucks New University

Matthew Trustman Arts4every1

BACKGROUND: The creative industries in Wycombe District generate considerable revenue and provide many employment and skills development opportunities. Against the backdrop of uncertain times, it is crucial that employers and service providers work together to actively promote the district as a credible global destination for creative business. With our excellent location and the Olympics looming, much can be done to put Wycombe on the world stage. Creative industries and enterprise have a fundamental part to play in this endeavour. Creative Wycombe is a new initiative to build a connected community for companies, organisations and individuals operating in the area of creative industries and creative enterprise in Wycombe District. Creative Wycombe will act as proof that the district has a proud heritage in creativity that warrants a serious and considered promotion of the creative industries and talent now and into the future.

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