Ep 11 - RISE: More than a Side-Hustle, the vital role of arts businesses - BASA AWARDS

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In this episode we look at the value of the arts and creativity to the economy, how small creative enterprises can contribute to economic growth, where collaboration and partnership can come into play and elevate all parties concerned and look at what the arts sector needs right now. All these questions are answered in this latest episode under the theme RISE: More than a Side-Hustle, the vital role of arts businesses. To help unpack the theme, Samm Marshall is joined by CEO of the Craft and Design Institute group Erica Elk, 24th Annual BASA Awards trophy commissioned Duo, Andile Dyalvane and partner Zizpho Poswa from Imiso Ceramics based in Cape Town.

26 Aug 2021 English South Africa Arts · Business Samm Marshall

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