'Being Your Own Boss as a Creative' Panel Discussion

Join us for an inspiring panel discussion on what it truly means to be your own boss as a creative, featuring an exciting lineup of voices from across the creative industries. Panelists Ryan Vail, Emma Hetherington, Liam McDaid, and Dearbháile McKinney will share their experiences forging independent careers - balancing artistic passion with business realities, navigating uncertainty, work-life balance, cultivating clients, and building sustainable creative practices.

Chaired by Stephen McCauley, this conversation offers honest insights, practical guidance, and motivating stories from creatives who have shaped their own paths. Whether you’re a freelancer, founder, or aspiring independent maker, this session will empower you to take ownership of your craft and your career.