COMING SOON

Why should you invest your time, money, and energy into the creative economy? To build a better Indiana! The creative economy is proving to be an integral economic sector in the state. The talent is here. The drive is here. The next step is high-level decision makers investing in it. The question is: will you be a part of Indiana’s creative revolution?

Enter: Pattern’s Creative Economy Summit, powered by the Indiana Economic Development Corporation. A one-day event that drives the growth and development of Indiana’s creative industries, making the state a hub for innovation and cultural richness.

But what is the creative economy, anyway? The creative economy encompasses the artists, cultural nonprofits, and creative businesses that generate jobs, revenue, and quality of life.

A thriving creative economy = A thriving community

The inaugural summit in 2023 was an outstanding success. This year, we’re diving in even deeper. And you have the opportunity to get in on year two.

The deets

• When: October 25th, 2024

• Where: Downtown Indy (stay tuned for the exact location)

Who should attend and why?

The summit focuses on the business of creativity, economic development, and strategies to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem for professional creatives. While creatives are the foundation of these spaces, the summit is specially designed for:

• Legislators & Gov’t. Officials

• Entrepreneurs & Startup Founders

• C-Level Executives (CEOs, COOs, CFOs)

• Vice Presidents & Directors

• Heads of Civic & Philanthropic Organizations

• Leaders from Higher Education Institutions

• Corporate Leaders & Decision-Makers

• Anyone investing in the creative economy

Learn how to use your unique position to support the creative economy and invest in more creatives. Connect with local change-makers in creative sectors and be a part of shaping Indiana’s future—plus, have fun doing it!

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Many thanks to our sponsors for making this happen!