Building the Future of Calgary’s Creative Economy
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Studio Bell | 850 4 St. SE
Artists, filmmakers, game developers, community leaders and more will gather at Uplook LIVE on Nov. 27 to explore the possibilities ahead for Calgary’s creative economy.
Centered on the city’s economic action plan, our last Uplook LIVE of 2024 brings together industry leaders to discuss the future of the arts, film, post-production, animation, video games, esports, digital media and entertainment in Calgary.
Featuring an insightful presentation from a leading local futurist and a panel discussion with industry experts, we’ll consider global trends and areas where Calgary’s creative industries are set to take centre stage.
Which creative industries could Calgary be known for globally? What new skillsets are in demand to fuel this development? Discover the opportunities ahead for Calgary with us at Uplook LIVE.
PRESENTER
- Rachelle Bugeaud, Foresight Manager, Calgary Economic Development
PANELISTS
The panel discussion will be moderated by Luke Azevedo, Calgary Film Commissioner and Vice President, Creative Industries and Operations, Calgary Economic Development.
Panelists will be announced in the coming weeks.
AGENDA
- 8:30 a.m. - Doors open, registration and networking
- 9:00 a.m. - Program begins
- 10:30 a.m. - Program concludes
- 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. - Optional networking
ABOUT UPLOOK LIVE
The Uplook LIVE event series invites Calgarians to actively participate in the city’s economic action plan. The ambitious vision for Uplook: An Action Plan for Our Economy is to create Calgary as the place where bright minds and big ideas come together with an unmatched spirit to help solve global challenges. This strategy is driven by five pillars — Talent, Innovation, Livability, Business Environment and Brand — all working together to build an inclusive and resilient economy for all Calgarians.
How will you help shape the future of the Blue Sky City? Discover more about Uplook here.