Immersive tech & AI, sustainability, greater demand for advanced software development; there are huge changes happening to the way we work and the ways we will work in the future.
Join Business West and Access Creative College to hear about some of the technological advancements that are changing the way this region’s leading creative cluster remains one of the most successful in the world and to discuss how this may change the face of work as we undergo some of the biggest changes in expectations, roles and needs since the industrial revolution.
This employer forum will start with an industry update from Creative Sector Innovation & Growth Specialist, James Wheale on national and regional opportunities for creative businesses and then continue with peer discussion on how technology is changing for Creative Industries and what we as a sector will need in the future to continue to thrive!
Attendees will also hear about new and local training and opportunities to find out more about industry needs. There is additional support available via the LSIP team to help you identify your own workforce needs and solutions to help your business grow. To find out more about this please contact [email protected].
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