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The Significance of the Creative Industries

Creative industries represent a key segment of modern society. They not only enrich cultural life but also contribute to economic growth, employment, regional development, and innovation. The aim of this regional seminar is to highlight the value of creative industries through dialogue among policymakers, artists, youth, entrepreneurs, and cultural actors.

• 9:00 – 9:30 Registration and morning coffee

The moderator and panelists, experts in the proposed topics, will discuss creative industries as important drivers in the economy and regional development. The panelists will speak about the impact of the creative industries on the labor market, the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in the creative sector, as well as the potential for development through cooperation with public institutions and local communities.

Moderator:
M.A. Bojana Janeva, Curator

• 9:45 – 11:15 Panel discussion
Creative Industries – An Economic and Social Driver

Topics:

• “The Fashion Industry as a Driver of Economic Growth and Cultural Development” – Mirjana Josifoska, Founder of fashion brand Mirjana Josifoska
• “From Local Start-up Challenges to Global Innovation: P2P as a Driver of Accessible Investment for All” – TeodorTodorovski, General Director of the First Macedonian P2P Fintech Investment Platform
• “The Power of the Creative Economy” – Elena BojadžievaCvetkovska, Professor and Creative Director at UMPACI
• “Creativity and Technology: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Development of the Creative Industries” – Ivana KaralievaPetreska, CEO of Boksy

 

• 11:15 – 11:30 Coffee break and refreshments

• 11:30 – 13:00 Panel discussion
The Future of Creative Industries – Youth, Technology, and Innovation

The moderator and panelists will focus on the future of creative industries through the lens of digitalization, youth energy, and new media. They will discuss how technology is changing the way culture is created and distributed, what opportunities exist for young creatives, and what innovation means in today’s cultural context.

Topics:

• “3D Printing and Digital Platforms: New Horizons for the Creative Industries” – MitkoApostolov, Mechanical Engineer
• “Creativity as a Way to Bring the Love of Nature Closer to the Wider Public” – Katerina Ilijoska, Eco-activist and Co-founder of the association Yess for Less
• “ReCreating the Icons” – an audiovisual project by Ilija Tiricovski, Creative Producer
• “The Development of Technologies and Artificial Intelligence as a Driver of Job Market Change” – KrstoZlatkov, Career and Personal Development Advisor, Marketing and Sales Consultant for SMEs, and Founder of the first independent career center „I“

 

• 13:00 – 13:15 Conclusions and policy recommendations
• 13:15 – 14:00 Catering

 

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