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Cultural Investment Conference


  • King Fahad Cultural Center Riyadh Saudi Arabia (map)

the Saudi Ministry of Culture will organize the inaugural Cultural Investment Conference in Riyadh on September 29-30.

The Cultural Investment Conference is a premier global platform designed to unlock investment opportunities in the cultural sector.

While spotlighting Saudi Arabia’s ambitious cultural plans as a key case study, the conference will showcase opportunities in emerging markets worldwide.

By positioning cultural investment as a powerful driver of economic growth and diversification, the conference aims to foster global partnerships and unlock new funding pathways.

Themes

1- Unlocking New Investment Opportunities

Exploring emerging markets and untapped sectors in the cultural economy.

2- The ROI of Culture

Measuring both financial returns and broader cultural impact.

3- Mobilizing Philanthropy

Highlighting the role of private wealth in advancing cultural growth.

4- Financing the Future of Culture

From AI to immersive tech — the new frontiers of cultural investment.

5- De-risking Cultural Investments

Tools and strategies to boost investor confidence.

6- Creative Entrepreneurship

Supporting cultural startups, SMEs, and innovation ecosystems.

7- Global Cultural Investment Funds

Building cross-border vehicles to scale cultural capital.

8- Reimagining Public Funding

Innovative partnerships that move public investment beyond grants.

9- Cultural Diplomacy

Positioning culture as a tool for influence and international engagement.

10 - The Economics of Inclusion

Advancing equity and representation in how culture is funded.

Call for papers: NA
Attendance is by invitation or approved application.

Event official website


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