Welcome to Cultural Enterprises
Our programme of digitally delivered training is designed to generate creative thinking in the cultural sector, giving you the tools to maximise commercial income for your organisation.
- Consolidate – make the most of your existing business
- Create – develop new ways of generating income
- Renew – build a business fit for the future
Take a look at what’s coming up
#SustainingCulture
Who Are We?
We support commercial excellence and help maximise income for hundreds of arts, cultural heritage organisations in the UK and around the world. Find out more
Why Join?
We provide unrivalled networking, shared skills and 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, panel discussions, webinars and workshops are designed to help you and your teams maximise income for your organisation at this critical time.
eCommerce Benchmarking
Our annual eCommerce Benchmarking Report is out now for members to access, allowing you to compare your online retail performance against others in the sector.
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.
Cultural Enterprises Awards
See all the amazing winners of the Cultural Enterprises Awards 2021, showcasing the very best of creativity and success in cultural income generation across the sector.
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.
Latest blogs
The Way Ahead: Financial Planning for the Culture Sector
Whilst it’s been a challenging 18 months for the cultural sector financially, cultural organisations have responded positively, seeking out new […]
Monetising Online Content – The Tank Museum and Patreon
Like all museums, we’ve dabbled in public fundraising before (with disappointing results), but thanks to this online membership platform we […]
What you need to do to get your team ready for reopening
Some employees may not be in the best place mentally, emotionally or physically to perform their duties With museums and […]