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The GREAT Festival of Creativity events run by UKTI in Hong Kong and Shanghai will demonstrate the best of British creativity
The GREAT Festivals showcase the best of British creativity and how British companies are the best partners to do business with across a variety of sectors including:
Who attends
Thought leaders, industry experts and business representatives will attend the events. Businesses will have direct access to proven creative thinkers who drive their businesses forward with imagination, innovation and flair.
Business leaders and policy makers from across the UK and Asia will discuss ideas and solutions to current and future business challenges and opportunities.
Benefits for business
Businesses attending the festival will be able to:
- hear from business representatives and thought leaders
- attend master classes, business surgeries, and networking sessions
- attend ‘meet the buyer’ sessions and talk to individuals delivering High Value Opportunities (HVOs) in Hong Kong and China
- view examples of UK design by visiting a range of innovative design studios
- meet with government ministers, senior officials, business leaders and industry specialists from the UK, Hong Kong and China to explore future business relationships
Support from the private sector
The festivals in Hong Kong and Shanghai are supported by leading global brands. They will host a selected business audience, providing the opportunity and platform for companies to work together and secure business wins for the UK.