The Conference
Turning Ideas Into Practice, a two day conference on March 5 and 6, 2010 will explore innovative business models, develop new networking opportunities, build the capacity of local creative/cultural sector organizations and generate practical ideas and projects to assist in this transformation.
Expert speakers and panelists will provide sparks of inspiration for our growing creative sector, while workshops and brainstorming sessions throughout the two days are set to provide participants with the opportunity to trade and learn practical tools for becoming agents of change. Reserve your spot!
Tentative Schedule:
FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 2010
8:00-9:00 Registration
9:00-9:15 Opening Remarks
9:15-10:15 Keynote Speaker – Kevin Stolarick
10:30-11:30 Panel Discussion: Growing the Creative Class
11:30-11:45 Networking Break
11:45-12:30 Creative Brainstorming
Growing the Creative Class - Identifying needs and opportunities
12:30-1:00 Brainstorming Summary
1:00-2:00 Lunch – Showcase of local artists
2:00-3:00 Panel Discussion: Creative Spaces and Places
3:00-3:45 Brainstorming Ideas
Creative Spaces and Places - Identifying Opportunities (3 breakout groups)
3:45-4:15 Brainstorming Summary
4:15-4:30 Day One Wrap Up
SATURDAY, MARCH 6, 2010
8:00-9:00 Registration
9:00-10:00 Keynote Speaker – Gord Hume
10:00-10:45 Guest Speaker – Linda Albright
10:45-11:00 Networking Break
11:00-12:15 Concurrent Workshops
A. Making Collaborations Work
B. Developing Public-Private Partnerships
C. Building a Case for Support
D. Funding Models
12:15-1:15 Lunch – with Local Artists Showcase
1:15-2:30 Concurrent Workshops
A. Making Collaborations Work
B. Developing Public-Private Partnerships
C. Building a Case for Support
D. Funding Models
2:30-3:30 Community Brainstorming: Don’t Just Think About It — Do it!
3:30-3:45 Wrap Up
