On November 16th, Creative Day will be launched at the No Sleep Festival in Belgrade, marking the official introduction of Creative Gate. This groundbreaking platform is the first regional hub dedicated to fostering collaboration and innovation among creatives and CCI professionals across the Balkans. With the opening speech with greetings by Clare Sears, the British Council Western Balkans Director, Renata Radeka, UNESCO, Regional Programme Coordinator for CC4WBs project, and Dušan Kovačević, EXIT Festival’s CEO, Creative Gate will unveil its vision of connected cultural and creative industries enhancing regional visibility and synergy. The platform’s technical demo will provide insight into how this digital space connects artists, cultural venues, and creative organizations, enabling collaborative opportunities across borders.
One of the key advantages of the Creative Gate platform is its ability to provide a space for collaboration and networking, giving participants easier access to potential investors and partners. Creatives can now connect with professionals from various sectors, exchange ideas, and create new business opportunities. The platform is open to everyone – from freelancers to large organizations – offering opportunities for further professional development through education, joint projects, and keeping up with the latest trends and innovations.
In addition to facilitating regional collaboration, Creative Gate also enables connections with international partners, enhancing the socio-economic impact of the creative industries. Through this platform’s digitalization, it not only improves dialogue among regional stakeholders but also provides access to global markets.
Through innovation and collaboration, Creative Gate will play a pivotal role in further digitalizing and developing the creative and cultural industries in the Western Balkans. This platform not only contributes to strengthening the sector but also opens doors to new markets and business opportunities, laying the foundation for long-term sustainability and economic growth in a highly dynamic environment.
