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Celebrating Creative Impact – Locally & Globally What an incredible moment we shared at the Signature 100 event in Assembly Atlanta, where the 2025 issue Georgia Entertainment’s Creative Economy Journal was unveiled. Designed by SCADpro — the innovative hub at Savannah College of Art and Design — this magazine represents the powerful intersection of creativity and industry - https://lnkd.in/en5jXniY It’s thrilling to see SCADpro’s influence grow not just in creative hubs around the world, but also right here in Georgia, as we continue to drive the conversation about the future of the creative economy. The journal’s theme, Workforce and Education in Georgia's Creative Industries, speaks volumes about the future of the creative economy — both locally and globally. This issue is already making its way into the hands of key legislators and influencers across the state, with an intentional personal touch — their names embossed on the cover (thank you to the Georgia Entertainment team). And it doesn’t stop there. As this journal travels to global hotspots like Cannes, Sundance, Los Angeles, and the Toronto International Film Festival, it sends a powerful message: Georgia’s creative economy is thriving and ready to lead on the world stage. 🌍 A heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in this collaboration — especially the Georgia Entertainment team - Randy Davidson, Jezlan Moyet, Jennifer Reynolds, Rosa Waite, and all our students, faculty, alumni, and staff who helped bring this vision to life. Sam Eckersley Vedika M. Janhavi J. Bhavani Sitaraman Samantha Moyet Fon Limsomwong Gracie Rubringer Zhang Jiayi Xiaoyue Shen Callum Grobler Brendan Sapp Wendy Gardner Peter Relic Jennifer Wee The future is bright, and I’m excited to continue watching SCADpro grow roots, shape industries, and make an impact, both at home and globally. Jesús Rojas Natalie Gitto Jon Denham #SCADpro #CreativeEconomy #GeorgiaCreatives #Innovation #Partnerships #SCAD #GlobalImpact #Entertainment #Cannes #Sundance

At London's Royal Albert Hall today, witnessing the future of creative enterprise. The Music For Youth Proms isn't merely a performance – it's a masterclass in innovation and talent development that every business leader ought to study. Most striking? The brilliant business model: marrying educational excellence with scalable impact, forging pathways for young talent, and building sustainable platforms for creative growth. This is precisely how one develops tomorrow's innovators. Brilliant execution from the organisers who've transformed traditional music education into an engine for skill development and creative enterprise. The return on investment isn't purely cultural – it cultivates critical thinking, collaboration, and innovative mindsets essential in today's commercial landscape. A compelling reminder that arts drives innovation. Well done indeed. #MusicForYouth #BusinessInnovation #FutureOfTalent #CreativeEconomy #RoyalAlbertHall"

We recently completed a strategic planning process for the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center Performing Arts Center in New Bedford. When we first met with them, they knew they had hit a wall with the old way of being. The world was still emerging from the pandemic and it seemed like an urgent time to think creatively about what kind of organization they wanted to be going forward. 🌀 To ensure the community’s needs were centered in the process, we invited members of the community to sit on the planning team with members of the staff from various levels of the organization. ❓ We articulated important questions about how to take a tried and true way of approaching their work, and rethink it to ensure the organization was truly of, by and for the community. 💪 They were fierce in their pursuit of a new way, and they were courageous in how willing they were to rethink past practices that did not serve them. We had many courageous conversations in which they rolled up their sleeves and got into the work of reconceiving their organization to deeply integrate inclusion, relevance, access, and their role in serving those community needs. We drew on Appreciative Inquiry to open the process in a positive possibility mindset, we drew on the identification of barriers and the consensus method from Technology of Participation to facilitate these deep conversations and surface the best ideas from the collective. Throughout the process, we elevated community voice to ensure the resulting plan was responsive to community needs. 🙌 The plan that emerged was truly transformative. It speaks to a wholly different organization in the future. The core of their mission (presenting performances) is being reimagined so it will be more inclusive and showcase the full range of diversity in and around their community. They took tremendous risks, and we applaud them and are excited to see how this might shift the audiences who come see their work and feel a sense of belonging at “The Z” in the future. They are also going through a huge renovation physically, so the unveiling will truly be a metamorphosis for this amazing organization. Now they are doing the hard work of living into this strategy, which literally includes a goal to “Unlearn oppressive behaviors and embrace a culture of justice and inclusion.” #transformativeplanning #courageousconversations #inclusivestrategy

I am immensely proud of the team at Athletics for the launch of the new digital experience for the New Museum of Contemporary Art. Two years in the making, this new experience launches ahead of the expansion of the museum in 2025, with a sister building designed by OMA in collaboration with Cooper Robertson. Guided by the experience principles bold, smart, clear, and human, this new digital experience represents an evolution of the New Museum's mission and identity by fusing art and technology to tell cinematic stories and provide seamless access to the museum's extensive Digital Archive. It also provides a new digital home for NEW INC, the New Museum's cultural incubator. It's a rare opportunity to partner with a major New York museum, and the entire team at Athletics is grateful for the opportunity.

In the arts, engagement is everything. Whether through a live performance, a museum exhibit, or a public mural, the true magic of art happens when it resonates with people—sparking emotion, conversation, and sometimes, transformation. But engagement isn’t just about creating art. It’s about building connections: between artists and audiences, between communities and culture. In a time when distractions are endless, engaging with the arts reminds us of our shared humanity and fosters a sense of belonging. For arts organizations, finding new ways to engage—whether through digital platforms, interactive experiences, or community outreach—is key to ensuring the arts remain relevant and accessible to all. Let’s continue to explore, innovate, and create moments that inspire meaningful connection. #ArtsEngagement #CulturalConnection #CommunityThroughArt #CreativeOutreach #ArtForAll

☀ I can't believe it's less then 2 months until Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2024 ☀ Digital Voices will be back and even bigger this year ✨ We have some INCREDIBLE events planned, you won't want to miss out 👯♂️ More details to come... in the meantime, reach out if you're planning on attending! #cannes2024 #canneslions #influencermarketing

Why Companies Should Sponsor Art, Not Just Sports Art sponsorship isn’t just philanthropy—it’s a strategic move. Art connects deeply with diverse audiences, sparks innovation, and drives cultural conversations. By supporting the arts, companies can align with creativity, inclusivity, and community impact, reaching beyond traditional sports audiences. Invest in art. Inspire change.

Through my interactions with performing artists, I've noticed a common issue: a lack of opportunities. However, I believe that opportunities are created, not just awaited. It's crucial for artists to take proactive steps, and for universities to equip them with the necessary skills. Universities Should: Integrate Entrepreneurial Training: Teach the business side of the arts: marketing, branding, financial management, and fundraising. Foster Networking and Mentorship: Develop strong alumni networks and mentorship programs to connect students with industry professionals. Promote Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Encourage collaboration between students from various disciplines to foster innovation. By preparing artists to create their own opportunities, we can ensure a vibrant and diverse future for the performing arts industry.

Tune in to the 5th episode of our Where Art Meets Impact series, “Casemaking for Collaboration: Building Better Bridges,” where we hear from Tracy Hudak, Director of Community Engagement at CA for the Arts, who advises artists and leaders of arts and cultural organizations to work across sectors and get involved with their City’s long-term economic planning. “Folks from the arts community can step up and say, ‘our nonprofits and independent artists and creative businesses, we are that diverse sense of small business…We provide the things that attract talent, keep families here, keep young people here. We’re part of your future planning, because of what we provide.’” Where Art Meets Impact is produced in collaboration with Voices of the Community and the Bay Area Video Coalition, bringing you highlights from our 2nd annual CA Arts & Culture Summit: Art Work is Real Work. To listen to the podcast or watch the video, visit: https://lnkd.in/gBmwuhFP 🗣️We are also broadcasting it on public television and on YouTube. 📺:Television BAVC Media's SF Commons: Comcast channels 29 & 76, on-demand Petaluma Community Access:(Comcast channels 26, 27, & 28) AT&T U-Verse: Channel 099 On YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gC2KX28v #ArtsWorkIsRealWork #ACCM2024 #CAisCreative #InvestCAArts #CreativeEconomy #ArtistsR2ndResponders Special thanks to our 2024 Summit Sponsors. Los Angeles Metro Creative West (fromerly WESTAF) Arts Council for Monterey County Association of California Symphony Orchestras THE EVENT HELPER, INC. Create CA Actors' Equity Association CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF MUSEUMS National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) California/Nevada Office of Arts & Culture - City of Sacramento Claremont Graduate University Shaw Yoder Antwih Schmelzer & Lange Arts Orange County Milestone Brands, LLC Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Sacramento Alliance for Regional Arts

This is the big question- the arts cannot continue to focus on saving the world externally at the expense of our workforce- that work has to start internally first. Dismantle toxicity, challenge power-centered leadership models, support staff, build leaders, we have a lot of healing to do with our teams- we MUST do this work first before we tackle the external deliverables.