Creative Circle: Exclusive Networking Event For Creative Entrepreneurs and Industry Leaders

Event Description:

Join us for Creative Circle, an exciting and empowering evening designed for creative entrepreneurs and professionals across all sectors of the creative industry. Whether you’re a business owner, an independent freelancer, or part of an established creative team, this event offers the perfect opportunity to connect, share, and learn with fellow innovators.

This dynamic event brings together creatives from fields such as design, media, marketing, technology, film, art, and more. You’ll discover new strategies for growth, gain insights from top industry leaders, and build lasting connections that can help elevate your business or career.

What to Expect:

• Expert Insights: Hear from influential leaders and pioneers in the creative world who will share their knowledge on emerging trends, digital storytelling, and innovative business strategies.
• Networking Opportunities: Meet like-minded entrepreneurs, freelancers, and professionals across creative sectors. Whether you’re looking for collaborators, mentors, or potential clients, the networking here is designed for connection and collaboration.
• Practical Takeaways: Walk away with actionable advice on how to grow your creative business, refine your craft, and stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing industry.
• Interactive Q&A Sessions: Engage with industry experts during dynamic Q&A sessions where you can ask questions and gain insights into overcoming challenges specific to the creative industry.
• This event is about more than just networking—it’s about building meaningful relationships and gaining the tools and inspiration to thrive as a creative entrepreneur.
  THE INFO WOULD BE UPDATED WITH THE SPEAKERS’ CONFIRMATION

Event Highlights:

7.00pm – 7.30pm: Registration and Introductions
7.30 pm – 8.30pm: Panel discussion with invited experts with Q&A
8.30 pm: The event concludes with Networking, allowing for continued conversations in a more informal setting. This is the perfect time to deepen connections and discuss potential collaborations.

Confirmed speakers so far:

Yannis Iliopoulos is a strategist and educator who bridges the worlds of startups, academia, and the music industry. Guided by Heraclitus’ insight—”Everything flows, nothing stands still”—his work focuses on helping entrepreneurs, students, and creative professionals navigate complexity with clarity.

In the startup ecosystem, Yannis specialises in strategic problem-solving, supporting founders in transforming ideas into dynamic ventures. His approach in business strategy blends a strong emphasis on vision and values with the power of storytelling, simplifying complex decisions and driving clear, effective outcomes.

As a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, he designs and leads entrepreneurship and marketing courses across BA, MA, MBA, MSc, and PhD programmes, leveraging action research to advance the pedagogy of entrepreneurship.

With over 20 years of experience in the music industry, Yannis advises artists and businesses on music rights management and marketing strategies, helping them unlock value-creation opportunities in the entertainment landscape.

Who Should Attend:

     • Established Creative Entrepreneurs & Business Owners: Those leading or scaling successful creative ventures and seeking growth opportunities.

     • Senior-Level Freelancers & Consultants: Experienced independent professionals with a strong portfolio and proven market presence.

     • Design & Media Leaders: Professionals with a track record of success in visual arts, media, marketing, or content creation.

     • Innovative Content Creators: Filmmakers, writers, and creative directors looking to build strategic partnerships and grow their audience.

     • Tech Innovators & Creative Industry Investors: Individuals driving innovation at the intersection of technology and creativity.

     • Business Development Professionals: Professionals seeking collaborations and partnerships to expand their creative footprint.

     • Creative Industry Investors & Venture Capitalists: Individuals looking to invest in innovative creative ventures and support industry growth.

Venue: Karma Sanctum Soho

Centrally located in the vibrant heart of Soho, Karma Sanctum Soho is London’s original rock n’ roll hotel.  In 2009, music insiders joined forces to design a sophisticated boutique hotel for music industry friends and guests that feels like a private home away from home.

Two beautiful and discreet Georgian townhouses located on Warwick Street have been meticulously converted into a sumptuous, rock ‘n roll haven with a nod to late-night revelry mixed with stylish music-inspired decorative accents in the 30 guestrooms and suites, which range from Compact Rooms to large Rooftop Terrace Suites. Expect to find rotating artwork and surprising sculptures that make Karma Sanctum Soho, London’s playful and energetic lifestyle hotel.

A social scene for any occasion, guests can venture to London’s best-kept secret for a cocktail on the 5th-floor Rooftop Terrace and Bar with a private jacuzzi, exclusively for residents and members or head downstairs to Inner Sanctum, the subterranean members bar and lounge for those who work hard and play harder. A gastronomic indulgence awaits at Wild Heart Bar & Shokudo by three-time Michelin-starred Chef Garry Hollihead, serving inventive casual Japanese street food. There’s something for everyone behind the revolving doors of Karma Sanctum Soho.

Location:
20 Warwick Street, London, W1B 5NF

Dress Code:
Business Professional/Business Casual

RSVP:
Please register online in advance; no tickets will be sold at the door!

This event is run in collaboration with Karma Sanctum Soho and will be sold out for sure, so early bookings are strongly recommended!!

Tickets:
Early Bird £15
Standard: £20

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Contact Information:
For inquiries or additional details, please contact us at info@konnetwork.com or call the organiser.

Important
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