**Excerpt:** At a 2017 seminar hosted by the Roberto Cimetta Fund in Paris, cultural professionals from across Europe and the Arab world gathered to explore the vital role of independent cultural entrepreneurs in today’s rapidly shifting creative landscape. Amid global market pressures and regional disparities, the discussions underscored the need for mobility, resilient networks, and innovative support systems. For cultural entrepreneurship to thrive, it must be both locally grounded and globally connected—a challenge this seminar boldly confronted.
Tag: France
In a landmark report commissioned by the French Ministry of Culture, Steven Hearn outlines a transformative vision for cultural entrepreneurship in France. Drawing from extensive interviews and on-the-ground insights, the report highlights the structural, educational, and financial challenges facing cultural entrepreneurs—and offers eight bold recommendations to turn cultural passion into sustainable economic impact. For cultural professionals and policymakers alike, this is an essential roadmap for building a thriving ecosystem where creativity and commerce coexist.
Culture & Capital 