Where arts meet global leadership
The Creative Economy Forum was founded to foster a global conversation among leaders working to shape vibrant creative industries worldwide. Our mission is to bring together voices and expertise to catalyze innovation, foster inclusive growth, and help build a creative economy that benefits all.
The creative economy is projected to experience robust growth through 2050, driven by digital innovation, cultural demand, and expanding global markets.
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On the creative sector in an intimate and inspiring setting.On the creative sector in an intimate and inspiring setting.
The forum will foster cross-sector collaboration, showcase the region’s cultural richness, and highlight its role in the global creative economyThe forum will foster cross-sector collaboration, showcase the region’s cultural richness, and highlight its role in the global creative economy
World-class venue
Join us at the iconic Petruzzelli Theater in Bari.
Italy’s Fourth Largest Theater which has hosted Sinatra, Pavarotti, Ray Charles and numerous other creative giants.
This landmark conference on 3 November will also open Apulian Runway Experience—Puglia’s Fashion Week—which this year runs from 3–8 November.
Mandela Awards Gala
Celebrate leaders at an exclusive evening dinner where the 2025 Mandela Awards will be presented.
Global impact
Engage with creative economy leaders spanning arts, sports, government, and more from Italy and elsewhere.
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