Over the past few months, hundreds of people across Greater Essex have shared what the creative sector needs most to thrive. The Made in Essex Team have been coding, theming and analysing every submission — and now it's time to bring the sector together.

Join us on Monday 13 July at Chelmsford Theatre Studio to hear what we found, what it means, and what happens next

What to expect:
- The findings — a first look at what the sector told us
- What happens next — how this shapes advocacy, policy and investment
- Sector voices — speakers including:
Hazel Edwards, Area Director for the South East, Arts Council England
Trevor Macfarlane, Culture Commons

Plus, contributors from across the Counting Culture conversation
- Live performance from a special guest
- DJ, bar and networking

Why it matters
The next 18 months will shape culture in Greater Essex for decades.

Unitary Authority teams are being built. Mayoral candidates are due to go on the campaign trail. Every decision-maker needs to understand that our sector matters and where investment will have the most impact.

This event is where that starts.

Who should come?
Artists · Producers · Curators · Freelancers · CEOs · Technicians · Educators · Venue managers · Students · Network leads. If you work in the creative and cultural sector in Greater Essex, this is for you.

Find out more:
About Counting Culture: madeinessex.org.uk/counting-culture
About Made in Essex: madeinessex.org.uk