Welcome to Cultural Enterprises
Cultural Enterprises Conference 24-27 May 2021
The Cultural Enterprises Conference 2021 is now open for booking. Bringing the sector together again, this time on our dynamic and intuitive digital platform on 24 – 27 May 2021.
Including a personalised experience, interactive Trade Show, live conversations and networking events.
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Who Are We?
We support commercial excellence and help maximise income for hundreds of arts & heritage organisations in the UK and around the world. Find out more
Why Join?
We provide unrivaled networking, shared skills & experience, training & events, and digital content. Find out more and how to join
Survive and Thrive
Become a member, and everyone in your organisation can access member benefits
We’ll help you through Covid-19 and beyond
Events and Resources
Training Events
Our online Masterclasses and workshops are designed to help you and your teams navigate the new normal and boost income for your organisation at this critical time.
Digital Conference
Bookings are now open for the Cultural Enterprises Digital Conference on 24-27 May, bringing the sector together for four days of practical learning and live networking.
Virtual Talking Forums
These free events are a great opportunity to network with colleagues across the sector, sharing knowledge and best practice. Regional, national and topic-based groups available.
Mentoring
The Cultural Enterprises Mentoring Programme 2021 is now open for applications from members only. Places will be awarded to six mentees and six mentors for twelve months.
An online training resource, free for all Membership Plus organisations, or available to buy individually for a small charge.
Online Training, On Demand
Free with Membership Plus
With 40 courses planned by 2022, the Cultural Enterprises Academy is an invaluable resource on best practice and commercial excellence.
Courses on Income Generation
Featuring experts in the sector
Courses cover key areas in revenue generation including retail, ecommerce and publishing. Coming soon: catering, events & hire, PR, digital skills, marketing, and many more.
Podcast
Free
The Cultural Enterprises Podcast features interviews, expert advice, case studies and experience from key figures across the cultural sector. Series 1 and 2 are available to listen to now.
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