We are pleased to confirm that Christoph Jankowski, Head of Culture from Creative Europe Desk UK, is speaking at this event to:

• Give an overview of Creative Europe and the funding opportunities under the Culture sub programme, which are intended to support organisations in the cultural sector;

• Provide information on the UK’s existing and future participation in Creative Europe, with some headline information of the programme’s impact on UK organisations that have been funded; and

• Offer advice and support on project ideas, and how to apply.

The Agenda for the day is as follows:

2:30pm Registration opens/Networking

3:30pm Welcome and Introduction
Caroline Reynolds, Senior Economic Development Officer SBC

3:35pm Programmes at Creative Europe Desk UK
Christoph Jankowski, Head of Culture, England, & Culture Advisor

3:50pm Introduction to Focal Point Gallery
Hayley Dixon, Head of Partnerships and Strategic Development

4:05pm Preview of SECAADS project – ERDF Funding
Tim Rignall, Economic Development Manager, Thurrock Council

4:15pm Q&As

4:30pm Networking

5:00pm Event closes

There will be refreshments available during the afternoon. Please book a place in advance.