BDAS-Navigating Change: leadership, creativity, & the future of publishing

Description

This event explores the dynamic evolution of the publishing and creative industries through the lens of Stephen's extensive experience. It delves into how technological advancements, sector strategies, and leadership approaches are reshaping creative communities, with particular attention to engagement with UK Government through bodies such as the Creative Industries Council and regional growth in cities such as Bristol. Hosted by Lynn Barlow, the event will also address the continued technological developments and their implications for the creative sector; highlighting opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and sustainable leadership in a rapidly changing cultural and economic landscape.

About Stephen

Stephen is Non-Executive Chair of Faber & Faber, one of the worlds leading independent literary publishing houses, where he was Chief Executive from 2001 to 2021.

Stephen grew up in the midlands and studied History at Bristol University. His career in publishing began in bookselling, after a mercifully brief period as the drummer in a rock band. He discovered his love of literature in his early 20s, and worked at Transworld, 4th Estate and HarperCollins in commercial and leadership roles before being appointed to run Faber in 2001.

Stephen also works closely with government and sits on the Creative Industries Council, where the UK Government and the Creative and Cultural sectors work together to seek ways to ensure that these sectors thrive. He also sat on the Creative Growth Task Force, informing the recent Sector Plan for the Creative industries.

He is a visiting Professor at City, University of London, Chaired the social enterprise Creative Access, ensuring that there is access to all Creative Industries for all. He has also recently trained as a business coach runs his own coaching practice.

He remains a drummer in a 90s cover band, The Landline. He is married with two sons and lives in West London. In 2022 he was awarded an OBE for services to publishing.

Event Timings

18:00 Arrival & registration in Foyer.

18:30 Event starts in Cinema 1 / livestream begins.

19:30 Q&A.

19:45 Event ends / livestream ends.

19:45-21:00 Networking and drinks

About BDAS

The Bristol Distinguished Address Series (BDAS) is brought to you by UWE Bristol, and provides an opportunity to hear unique perspectives and insights from change makers, activists, entrepreneurs, and people who have achieved amazing things in Bristol and beyond.

Book your place

You can attend this event in person, or watch online via live-stream.

Attending in-person: Watershed, Bristol. Further information on how to find us will be emailed to you a few days before the event.

Attending online: The livestream link will be emailed to you a few days before the event.

Accessibility

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Venue information:

Disabled parking: No

Step-free access: Yes

Accessible toilets: Yes

Assisted Listening: Yes

Guide/assistance dog-friendly: Yes

Quiet spaces available: Yes

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