Author: John Holmes

  • Beyond the Blue Economy

    Beyond the Blue Economy

    Reflections on the First Creative Island Forum from Peter Rudge In November 2023, I had the pleasure of organising the inaugural Creative Island Forum in the Maldives—a gathering designed to chart a new path forward for Small Island Developing States (SIDS) through the power of the Orange Economy. The forum was supported by the Archipelagic…

  • Unlocking Innovation

    Unlocking Innovation

    How University Endowments can fuel Tech Startups and empower communities by Volker Hirsch In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology and innovation, universities play a pivotal role not just as educational institutions but as incubators of groundbreaking ideas. One of the most impactful ways universities can contribute to this ecosystem is through their endowments investing…

  • Seeing is Believing

    Seeing is Believing

    I’d like to share my experience of a recent Business in the Community (BITC) Seeing is Believing Visit. Business in the Community The Prince’s Seeing is Believing programme, established n 1990 with His Majesty Kind Charles III as its Royal Founding Patron, was born from a simple but powerful belief that the best was to…

  • An Introduction to Business Coaching for Creative Entrepreneurs

    An Introduction to Business Coaching for Creative Entrepreneurs

    Executive or Business coaching is a process that involves working with a coach to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies for success. It is a powerful tool that can help creative entrepreneurs achieve their goals by providing them with the support and guidance they need to succeed. In this blog post, we will explore…

  • Funding and Investment for Creative Entrepreneurs Part 1

    Funding and Investment for Creative Entrepreneurs Part 1

    Exploring your Funding and Investment Options In this blog, we will explore your options for funding and investment in your creative, innovative or digital business. You might be pleasantly surprised that the outlook is good. There is a wide range of startup business support available and plenty of ways you can raise funds for innovative…

  • A Creative Entrepreneur Bootcamp

    A Creative Entrepreneur Bootcamp

    What to expect At Advantage Creative, we believe creative industries have specific challenges and need help and assistance to raise themselves above the parapet of profit in the commercial world. Perceived as hard to sell, creative works are, therefore, a subjective purchase. A Creative Entrepreneur Bootcamp from Advantage Creative is a comprehensive grounding in all…