Event overview
George Gachara gives insights on how to build a thriving cultural enterprise ecosystem, online on July 14 at 11am
Join us for an exciting online event with George Gachara: Good Business, creating an ecosystem for cultural enterprise on Fri, Jul 14 2023 at 11am (British Summer Time).
George Gachara is a renowned entrepreneur and cultural activist who has been working tirelessly to create an ecosystem for cultural enterprise. In this event, he will share his insights on how to build a successful business while creating a positive impact on society.
George Gachara is a creative industries expert, arts manager, and was Founder and managing partner at HEVA Fund LLP. George is leading a development and business exploration of the creative industries in East Africa, and is providing leadership in creating long-term economic and cultural value in this dynamic sector.
As the managing partner at HEVA Fund, a finance and business support facility for creative industries in East Africa, George has raised and invested over USD 4 million in 40 creative industry businesses in film, music, fashion and gaming, and directly supported over 400 creative practitioners. His hands-on approach allows for intimate understanding of the creative sector and has helped to focus his efforts on proactive planning, analysis and client support.
George has a background in Communication from Daystar University (Kenya), Conflict Prevention and Management from the International Peace and Security Institute (Italy), Design Thinking and Problem Solving from the University of Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Private Equity and Venture Capital, Strathmore Business School (Kenya). He brings to this role a unique blend of career experiences working in resource development and governance with particular focus in youth development, social innovation and arts management.
George has significantly contributed to the transformation of creative economy policy environment in Kenya and in the region, most notably spearheading the development and finalization Kenya's first film policy white paper (2017). George was recently appointed as the advisor on culture, to the Minister of Sports, Culture and Arts in Kenya. He also works closely with the Executive Office of the President to create and implement interventions for cultural, manufacturing and creative economy growth.
In addition to his work at HEVA, George is also a member of the International Advisory Council, of the Policy and Evidence Center, established by the Arts and Humanities Research Council of United Kingdom, an advisor for the Africa region with the Duke of Edinburgh's Award for Young People, a Global Fellow for the International Youth Foundation and a recipient of the International Development Committee's Outstanding Leadership Award.
George is also an international speaker having addressed over 50 international conferences in 30 countries around the world. George is also a writer, film maker and thought leader.
Dates & times
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14 Jul 2023 |
11:00am - 12:00pm Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/george-gacharagood-business-creating-an-ecosystem-for-cultural-enterprise-tickets-666506698477 |
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