Creative UK Devon

What happens when investors and creative founders come together with a shared focus on growth? At our latest Big Creative UK Investment Summit in Cornwall and Devon, we saw exactly that. Hosted at the @nationalmaritimemuseumcornwall , the Summit brought together creative businesses from across the region alongside investors, partners and industry leaders, all with a shared ambition to unlock the growth potential of the South West’s creative economy. There were live pitches and an ambitious showcase from the Create Growth Programme businesses, with honest conversations about investment, risk and scaling creative companies, the day highlighted both the strength of the region and the opportunity ahead. A few key themes stood out: • The South West is home to high-growth creative businesses ready to scale • Access to the right investment remains critical to unlocking that growth • Regional ecosystems thrive when collaboration between industry, investors and policy is aligned • Creative businesses are increasingly demonstrating both cultural and commercial value Moments throughout the day included powerful panels to standout live performances and reinforced a simple but important point: the UK’s creative industries are not just full of ideas, they are full of investable opportunities. A huge thank you to our partners, speakers and the incredible businesses who shared their work. Read more about the summit through the link in our bio #Devon #Cornwall #CreativeInvestment #CreativeIndustries

Great to head down to Falmouth for the Creative UK Investment Summit and catch up & connect with others from across Cornwall and Devon. We love to see a strong emphasis on supporting local businesses and promoting SouthWest voices. A lot to look forward to 🤯 #devonfilm #creativeuk #southwest #filmindustry #creativecommunity

Cheeky Bomb onto NMMC at the @creativeukdevon @creativeukcornwall summit ,, 20000 lumens light source, content by Katie Wrigley @wearecreativeuk and Blackbeam,, had a blast ,, thanks for having us 📽️📽️ #epsonprojectors #projectionadvertising #projectionbombing #cornwallcreatives

“We are pioneers in our spirit because we’ve been peninsula dwellers…” Sarah Preece, Cornwall Councillor for Lostwithiel and Lanreath, could not have captured the spirit of the day better as @creativeukcornwall and @creativeukdevon geared up to deliver the final event in Creative UK’s series of 2026 Big Creative UK Investment Summits — and did we go out with a bang! Last week, 250+ attendees gathered @nationalmaritimemuseumcornwall in Falmouth for a vibrant afternoon of bold discussion, daring creativity, shared celebration and innovative storytelling in true South West style, including an aerial performance, short film screenings and large-scale projection mapping, sending the message loud and clear that the diverse range of creative business and talent in Cornwall and Devon is here to be recognised. Throughout the day we shone a spotlight on the enormous growth potential of Cornwall and Devon, and celebrated the success of the Create Growth Programmes over the last 3 years. Highlights included: - A welcome address from event host Yasmin Jones-Henry, remindingus that “investment money moves based on the stories we tell” - A frank and honest panel reflecting on the creative founders investment journey in relation to regional investment infrastructure - An insightful panel with leaders from Cornwall Council, University of Exeter, Screen Cornwall, Real Ideas and Great South West discussing changing narratives and partnerships in the South West - An expo of 27 creative businesses supported through the Create Growth Programmes in Cornwall and Devon - 7 creative businesses selected to pitch to engaged investors - A spellbinding display from Off The Wall Aerial who boldly scaled the walls above the Boat Hall - A celebration of Celtic language film courtesy of Screen Cornwall - Impactful projections created by the magicians at Blackbeam Cinematic A huge thank you from the Cornwall and Devon team to everyone who supported and participated throughout the day. Photo credit: James Ram #CreativeRegions #CreativeInvestment

A week or so ago we exhibited our work in London at an investment summit, as part of a big events planned and run by the legends at @wearecreativeuk . Massive thanks to all that organised it and hello again to all the amazing people we met there. Fingers crossed for some good things to come from those conversations.

#RegenerativeByDesign🌱 [💫 March 2022- 2026] Yesterday I got to host the Cornwall & Devon summit for the THIRD yr. Over the last 4 yrs I've built relationships here that will last a lifetime ❤️. "16th March 2022" is the time stamp under the photograph I took while in fits of giggles stood next to Charlotte Bond (Creative UK regional dir) cracking jokes - grateful for what was at the time - one of the first industry events post lockdown at the National Theatre. I didn't know standing in a corner of the National Theatre that talking to Charlotte about my experiment with fashion led placeshaping would lead me on a 4 year adventure across storytelling, curating and convening between Cornwall, Devon, @createsoutheast1 and... #TheLabE20 It was @justinesimons who emailed me a ticket and told me to go along to that event. In Justine, I've gained a friend and a mentor, at a time where I wanted to quit (I'd explained when we met circa 2021 that my venture into the world of placeshaping and real estate - as a fashion journo - was purely out of revenge for the loss of my Father's studio, his place of work and the home of my childhood memories in Wapping)... Justine connected me to @wearecreativeuk . I've had the IMMENSE privilege & backstage access to witnessing the Creative UK team mobilise this regional programme across the UK. I've been very fortunate to have been invited to play a small role documenting and convening conversations across this intentional endeavour to REWILD the SW through GRASSROOTS creative enterprise. During 2023-25, 94 businesses in Devon & Cornwall have obtained an impressive £3,430,000 of equity or debt finance investment and £10,976,906 in grant investment during their time on the programme. Create Growth Programme entrepreneurs received one-to-one mentor support, access to tailored workshops, and critical introductions to investors through pitch and dine events and larger-scale summits. From Plymouth to Penzance, from Falmouth to Totnes, the launch of @fablabsouthwest , visits to Market Hall, Plymouth, @edenprojectcornwall - bringing @sustfash & @craftscouncil to Cornwall & Devon. So much positive change is happening 🌱ONWARDS👊🏽

“Investment money moves based on the stories we tell.” So said host @yasminrjh opening the Big Creative UK Investment Summit Cornwall and Devon. And some incredible stories have been told at today’s Summit here at the @nationalmaritimemuseumcornwall - during the last of our series of 2026 Big Creative UK Investment Summits. Highlights have included: -An incredible expo of creative businesses from the Create Growth Programmes in Devon and Cornwall -The Romance - a true investment journey of a creative industry founder: a panel in which Mhairi Ambler of @falmouthuni led investors in a discussion about funding offers and opportunities, all in response to questions that followed the narrative of a romantic journey! -Changing Narratives and Partnerships: a superb and keenly insightful panel in which leaders from the South West, with representatives from @cornwallcouncil , @uniofexeter , @screencornwall , Real Ideas and Great South West, shared their experiences and insights into placemaking and the particular journey of the South West region. Councillor Sarah Preece summoned up much of the panel’s spirit when she said “We are pioneers in our spirit because we’ve been peninsula dwellers.” -An electrifying performance from Off The Wall Aerial whose amazing dancers scaled the very walls of the Museum to a spellbound audience. Thank you to everyone who supported and attended today!

It’s almost time… and there are just 15 tickets left! Tomorrow I’ll be exhibiting at the Creative UK Cornwall & Devon Investment Summit in Falmouth at the National Maritime Museum and I’d love to see you there! This annual regional summit celebrates the strength of the creative industries across Cornwall and Devon, bringing together founders, investors, policy-makers and partners for insightful conversations about growth, investment and future opportunities. The afternoon will include: ✨ An expo showcasing outstanding creative businesses ✨ Private pitch sessions (including Female Founders, Innovation & Impact) ✨ A welcome from Yasmin Jones-Henry ✨ A fireside chat with Giovanna Fletcher ✨ Investor panel: The Romance – The creative founders investment journey ✨ Panel on changing narratives and partnerships in the creative industry ✨ Live performance and networking to close It will be a fabulous mix of inspiration, practical insight, making connections and networking. Standing side by side fellow creatives is always such a pleasure. I’ll be there exhibiting and continuing conversations around scaling STRIBE and the future of AI-powered styling. If you’re attending, please come and say Hi. PS - I’m also gathering some vital market research and would truly value your perspective. Kicks off at 1pm - see you there! = = = = = I’m Chantelle | Award-Winning Personal Stylist & Founder of STRIBE Helping ambitious women and men dress with confidence and presence Explore STRIBE or DM “STYLE” to book your style call = = = = = #CreativeUK #InvestmentSummit #CornwallBusiness #DevonBusiness #CreativeIndustries FemaleFounder SouthWestBusiness Innovation

The Big Creative UK Summit: Cornwall & Devon is almost upon us! There are just a handful of tickets left for the summit next Wednesday 4th March. Don’t miss your opportunity to engage in bold conversations, connect with investors, and celebrate the vibrant wealth of creative business opportunities in the South West. You can expect regionally relevant panel discussions, keynotes, pop-up performances and an Expo of creative businesses from Cornwall and Devon. Speaker highlights include: Keynote speaker Yasmin Jones-Henry, Financial Times writer and Founder of The Lab E20 Dawn Bébe - Co-CEO & Founder, Crowdfunder  Anna Staevska - The FSE Group Ltd  Sarah Preece - Councillor, Cornwall Council  Sajid Butt - Great South West  Mhairi Ambler - Head of Knowledge Exchange & Impact, Falmouth University  Rachel Thomson - Business Manager, Swig Finance  Tickets are going fast — head to the link in our bio or the comments to get your FREE ticket👇 📆Wednesday 4th March 2026 ⏲️1pm to 7pm  📍National Maritime Museum, Falmouth 🎫/e/1907263579709/?discount=DEV26 Image credit: Spencer Cobby #BigCreativeUKInvestmentSummit #CreativeIndustries #CreativeInvestment #CreativeRegions

The Romance… What is the actual reality of finding an investor match and building a relationship with them? This panel will provide real examples of Devon and Cornwall businesses from the creative industry finding an investor. Hear it from the investors themselves as they de-bunk myths and talk through what they really want in a match and a long term partner. We will also meet the businesses too, so you can network with them later and get all tips and encouragement you need.   Panelists: Mhairi Ambler - chair Anna Staevska Dawn Bebe Travis Baxter  Dennis Lucan Chris Oliver Rachel Thomson Helen Oldham Book your ticket and be part of the conversation👇 📆Wednesday 4th March 2026  ⏲️1pm to 7pm  📍National Maritime Museum, Falmouth 🎫/e/1907263579709/?discount=DEV26 #BigCreativeUKInvestmentSummit #CreativeIndustries #CreativeInvestment #CreativeRegions

March is a busy time for creatives, and we know some of you have a chocka timetable. So if that’s, you but you’d like to squeeze in some Creative UK summit time, book a special admission for the final few hours. This networking ticket will provide you with: * Admission into the summit from 4pm to visit the expo area featuring over 30 businesses  * Networking, drinks and speeches with @wearecreativeuk and @im_possibleuk 5-6pm * Performance by @offthewallaerial * Admission into the @screencornwall Celtic Voices short film  event 6-7.15pm  Get your networking ticket via the link below or head to our bio 👇 📆Wednesday 4th March 2026 ⏲️1pm to 7pm  📍National Maritime Museum, Falmouth 🎫/e/1907263579709/?discount=RECP26 Image credit: Spencer Cobby Please note this ticket only allows for access after 3.30pm #BigCreativeUKInvestmentSummit #CreativeIndustries #CreativeInvestment

Did you know that the South West Creative Industry is the fastest growing CI ecology in the UK? These are the facts and messages that everyone needs to know. Find out more about the CI landscape in Devon and Cornwall, what is to come and how shifting narratives and partnerships are moving the South West into an exciting position. A really good panel discussion for creative business leaders and founders who what to know how to plan for the future. But also a great introduction to the Creative Industry for organisations, councillors, and MP’s  who want to learn more about how to support this growing sector.   Book your ticket and be part of the conversation! Professor Will Higbee Lindsey Hall MBE Nick Grimshaw Sajid Butt  Cllr Sarah Preece Laura Giles Tickets are going fast — head to the link in our bio or the comments to get your FREE ticket👇 📆Wednesday 4th March 2026  ⏲️1pm to 7pm  📍National Maritime Museum, Falmouth 🎫/e/1907263579709/?discount=DEV26 #BigCreativeUKInvestmentSummit #CreativeIndustries #CreativeInvestment #CreativeRegions