CreaTech Business Forum

South Gloucestershire is part of a fast growing regional economy, connected to Bristol and Bath's thriving digital and creative clusters. The area is home to a strong and growing CreaTech sector, where creative talent meets emerging technology, from immersive media and gaming to AI driven content, XR and digital production tools. For local startups and SMEs based in South Gloucestershire, this creates a valuable opportunity to connect, collaborate and grow within an industry that is nationally significant and globally competitive. This forum brings together CreaTech businesses to explore shared challenges, identify strategic opportunities and establish a regular network for ongoing collaboration. The discussion will be facilitated by James Wheale, Creative Economy Partnerships Manager at West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, bringing sector‑specific expertise to guide the conversation. What We'll Discuss: Service to Product: moving from client led work towards scalable, repeatable products; New Markets: identifying and reaching audiences and sectors beyond your current base; Funding Fit: understanding which funding routes actually suit your stage and ambitions. Why It Matters: This forum creates a dedicated space for sector specific collaboration. By strengthening local networks, businesses can share insights, identify opportunities and build resilience in a fast changing market. What You'll Gain: Understand the current CreaTech industry landscape Ideas to help your business adapt, innovate and thrive in South Gloucestershire; Build relationships with others working specifically in CreaTech; Help shape future events and support. Who should attend: Startups and SMEs working in CreaTech, including immersive media, gaming, digital content production, XR and related creative technology industries, exclusively those based in South Gloucestershire. This includes founders, entrepreneurs, chief executives, managing directors, technology leaders, creative directors, business development managers and talent specialists.