One Africa Network to host a discussion networking forum to support BAME creative entrepreneurs in Birmingham.

The creative industries play a critical role in the UK’s economy and are at the heart of the competitive advantage. Currently in the face of technological, economic and social transformation unlocking new possibilities and major opportunities for growth. Already booming, the creative industries are fast growing and high exporting internationally. The creative industries account for £92 billion of Gross Value Added (GVA), 2 million jobs and are growing twice as fast as the economy. Estimated to deliver a 50% increase in reported creative industries exports, GVA of £150 billion and create 600,000 new creative jobs by 2023.

The creative industries in the Midlands — including film, TV, music, fashion and design, arts, architecture, publishing, advertising, video games and crafts businesses and entrepreneurs are nimble and fast growing — but they also face barriers to grow competitively at scale especially BAME community in comparison to their peers in the South and London area. There are recognised market failures in access to finance, enhanced global exposure, entrepreneurial capabilities, management of online piracy, disruptive technologies like stream ripping and illicit streaming devices enable illegitimate access to content without rewarding its creators. Many IP rights holders also remain concerned about how to protect their works and exploited online, especially where used without generating substantial returns for the entrepreneurs.

To help creative businesses, professionals and entrepreneurs reduce barriers to unlock further growth, raise productivity and thrive. One Africa One — The leading networking forum for African businesses, entrepreneurs and professionals in the Midlands supported by SSCG Consulting will host a networking discussion forum on Friday 31 January 2020 at The Clayton Hotel, Albert St, B5 5JE, Birmingham to explore NexGen ideas and creativity, practical solutions to market challenges and unfolding opportunities in the market for industries. The theme will be “Boosting the Growth and Competitiveness of BAME Start-ups, Small Businesses and Entrepreneurial Ecosystem”.

The forum aims to attract industry leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals operating businesses and working in the creative industries and sports to share their knowledge, experiences and best practices to help others thrive and accelerate growth. Confirmed speakers…

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