AGENDA
8:00 - 9:00 AM REGISTRATION & COFFEE
Join us for early morning networking and continental breakfast, catered by Sahm’s.
9:00 - 9:10 AM OPENING REMARKS
9:10 - 9:40 AM KEYNOTE
Keynote Address by Ben Glenn, The Chalkguy
9:40 - 10:25 AM PANEL #1
Quality of Place: How Creativity Powers Next-Level Innovation Hubs, Moderated by Nida Ansari
Panelists: Kait Mahl, Nandhini Giri, & Christian Rogers
10:40 - 11:25 AM PANEL #2
Funding the Future: Building A Sustainable & Equitable Creative Economy, Moderated by Lourenzo Giple
Panelists: Jim Rawlinson, Senator Andrea Hunley, NaShara Mitchell & Bill Taft
11:35 AM - 11:45 AM CREATIVE ECONOMY STUDY PRESENTATION
Tim George will present key insights from the Indiana Creative Economy Study, commissioned by CICP. In this session, Tim will reveal the latest findings, highlight major trends, and share top-level recommendations that could shape the future of Indiana’s creative economy. Don’t miss this opportunity to get a first look at the data driving creative industry growth in the state.
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM PANEL #3
Creativity First: The Key to Attracting, Retaining, and Developing Talent, Moderated by Philip Powell
Panelists: Brendon Anthony, Dr. Tara Michelle, Leon Williamson & Greg Hull
12:30 - 1:55 PM LUNCH
Enjoy a catered lunch on-site, provided by Sahm’s!
12:45 - 1:55 PM VISIONARY HUDDLES
Optional Small Group Discussions Over Lunch
Join us for interactive Small Group Discussions centered around key findings from the Creative Economy Study. These sessions are designed as dynamic brainstorming workshops, where participants can quickly generate actionable ideas while networking with professionals from various sectors. This is a unique opportunity to foster collaboration, break down industry silos, and spark fresh thinking across Indiana's creative landscape.
2:05 - 2:50 PM CREATIVE NARRATIVES
Experience a series of TED-style presentations from six innovative creative entrepreneurs, each showcasing their unique brands, companies, and initiatives. These brief, engaging talks will give you a glimpse into the rich diversity of Indiana’s thriving creative entrepreneurial ecosystem.
3:00 - 3:45 PM PANEL #4
Indiana: Leveraging Policy, Placemaking, and Entrepreneurship to Unite Rural and Urban Creatives, Moderated by Lesley Weidenbener Panelists: Dan Swartz, Denny Spinner, Brent Lyle & Jonathan Racek
4:00 - 4:45 PM PANEL #5
Innovation Through Creativity: Bridging Gaps Across Sectors, Moderated by Jenn Schimmelpfennig
Panelists: Scott Fetters, Edward Dallis-Comentale, Isaac Bamgbose, & Wade Breitzke