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Cultural Industries Series

The Cultural Industries Series gathers leading practitioners from the arts and cultural sectors to engage with students, faculty and the wider community. Through these conversations, the series offers an inside look at how today’s cultural landscape is shaped, challenged and reimagined.

Designed to bridge academic inquiry with real-world practice, the series provides a platform for exploring the creative processes, strategic decisions and societal impacts that define the cultural industries. Guests share firsthand perspectives on innovation, leadership and the evolving role of culture in a rapidly changing world. In line with our mission at IE School of Humanities, the series highlights the importance of cultural knowledge and creative thinking as vital components of humanistic education and future-facing leadership.

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WHO IS IT FOR?

The Cultural Industries Series is designed for professionals in the arts, media and creative industries with an interest in cultural leadership. It is particularly relevant for those seeking to understand how cultural production intersects with innovation, business strategy and societal change.

HOW DOES THE CULTURAL INDUSTRIES SERIES WORK?

Each session features a prominent guest who shares insights into their professional journey, their creative process and the strategic decisions that shape their work within their sector.

Sessions typically combine a moderated conversation and open discussion, encouraging active engagement and exchange among participating professionals. By creating a space for dialogue among practitioners, the series fosters critical reflection on the cultural industries and their broader social, economic and ethical implications. It’s an outstanding opportunity to strengthen connections within the arts and culture community.

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WHY PARTICIPATE IN THE CULTURAL INDUSTRIES SERIES?

Participating in the Cultural Industries Series as a speaker offers the opportunity to engage with a network of fellow arts and culture professionals in a thought-provoking and collaborative setting. The series creates space for meaningful exchange around the challenges, innovations and transformations shaping today’s cultural landscape.

FIND OUT MORE

Ready to understand the business of art and culture today? Join our next session alongside industry peers.