How Might We

Sinead Koehler is the founder and director of Crafty Fox Market & an associate lecturer of the Arts and Cultural Enterprise Masters at Central Saint Martins. Sinead started Crafty Fox Market in 2010 - a modern craft market and community for designer makers. Crafty Fox Market supports artists and makers to sell their work through a variety of in-person shopping events including markets, popup shops and festival concessions. Crafty Fox Market also plays host to an online maker directory and membership and were quick to make the switch to hosting online markets during the pandemic. Over the years, Crafty Fox Market have worked in partnership with a number of cultural and creative organisations including Etsy.com, Ebay, The Museum of London, Shambala Festival and We Out Here festival. 🔹 Follow Sinead Koehler - Sinead (Devlin) Koehler 🔹 Find out more about Crafty Fox Market - Crafty Fox Market 🔹 Find out more about the Hackney Wick and Fish Island Creative Enterprise Zone - ⁠https://www.hwfi.zone⁠ 🔹 This podcast was recorded at Trowbridge Talks at Trowbridge Gardens a multi-use space by Arbeit. Find out more here - ⁠https://lnkd.in/esnT7tdt⁠

Gordon Seabright became Chief Executive of the Creative Land Trust, a new charity tackling the loss of creative workspace for artists and makers in the UK, in April 2020. The CLT is on a mission to secure the future of London’s studios, as without protection, we risk losing this crucial sector and the many benefits it gives us.Before joining the CLT, Gordon has been leading environmental charities for the past decade, most recently as CEO of the Eden Project, following periods at the helm of the national cycling charity and the Royal Horticultural Society. Gordon is passionate about transformations, turnarounds, and the impact of the arts and the environment on places and communities.  🔹 Follow Gordon Seabright - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordon-seabright-1175381b/ 🔹 Find out more about the Creative Land Trust - https://creativelandtrust.org/ 🔹 Find out more about the Hackney Wick and Fish Island Creative Enterprise Zone - ⁠https://www.hwfi.zone⁠ 🔹 This podcast was recorded at Trowbridge Talks at Trowbridge Gardens a multi-use space by Arbeit. Find out more here - ⁠https://lnkd.in/esnT7tdt⁠

Nicolette has worked with global corporates and governments to resolve strategic stakeholder issues and create development strategies at the intersection of private and public industry (UK, eastern Europe, the Middle East and North Africa and Southern Africa). During her studies in the arts Nicolette worked at the Whitechapel Gallery, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, the Tate and aspreyjacques gallery. Nicolette holds a Masters in Digital Art History from Birkbeck College, a Diploma in Modern and Contemporary Art and Design from Christie’s Education, and from the University of the Witwatersrand a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (Business Administration) and a Bachelor of Arts. As Co-director of Outset Contemporary Art Fund, an international, independent charity that pools donations from partners and patron circles to support contemporary art, challenge thinking and further the artistic discourse to inspire new audiences, Nicolette has led Outset’s Studiomakers campaign, that brokers truly affordable spaces for creative production and cultural consumption. 🔹 Follow Nicolette Cavaleros- https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolette-cavaleros-a15b8639/?original🔹 Find out more about Outset Contemporary Art Fund - https://outset.org.uk/🔹 Find out more about the Hackney Wick and Fish Island Creative Enterprise Zone - https://www.hwfi.zone🔹 This podcast was recorded at Trowbridge Talks at Trowbridge Gardens a multi-use space by Arbeit. Find out more here - https://lnkd.in/esnT7tdt

Poonam Dhuffer is an accredited Somatic coach, facilitator, speaker and founder of YSM8. She is devoted to supporting people to find their authentic expression, attuning into the wisdom of their bodies, and building restorative healing practices, together in community. Her work dances between Somatics, human centred therapy, systems thinking, emergent strategy, texture constellations, creative expression and Ancient Wisdom rooted in the Dharmic traditions. Poonam weaves together threads of craft, movement, sound, ritual, reflection, and prayer through her workshops, talks and coaching sessions for whole-being healing, nourishment and growth. All topics we cover in this episode, alongside how we can create room for healing in our creative clusters, & much more. 🔹 Follow ysm8- https://www.instagram.com/_ysm8/?hl=en🔹 Find out more about ysm8 -https://www.ysm8.co.uk/🔹 Find out more about the Hackney Wick and Fish Island Creative Enterprise Zone - https://www.hwfi.zone🔹 This podcast was recorded at Trowbridge Talks at Trowbridge Gardens a multi-use space by Arbeit. Find out more here - https://lnkd.in/esnT7tdt

Mike Mair is the Founder of PT PODS, a new fitness and exercise company that delivers the experience of personal training, through a private space bookable via mobile application. Mike launched his first space in Hackney Wick & is now on a journey to offer convenient space to exercise for busy urbanities. Is this episode we explore the challenges facing urban citizens health, how the creative industries intersect with these challenges & how we can create more safe spaces for people to focus on their body & mind. + Find out more about the Mike Mair- https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mair-ab9199259/ + Download PT PODS - https://www.ptpods.co.uk/ + Connect with Patrick Scally - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-scally/ + Find out more about the Hackney Wick and Fish Island Creative Enterprise Zone - https://www.hwfi.zone + This podcast was recorded at Trowbridge Talks at Trowbridge Gardens a multi-use space by Arbeit. Find out more here - https://www.arbeit.org.uk/podcast-studiohttps://www.ptpods.co.uk/

Kwabena Amponsa is a specialist in the creative industry, with a proven track record in the planning, development and execution of strategies, with previous roles at Mixcloud and Peckham Levels. Alongside this, his impressive career as a musician, releasing multiple records under the name Mickey Lightfoot, is notable. As a graduate of the Redbull Music Academy and with song credits with the likes of Yasiin Bey (Mos Def), Roses Gabor, Rejji Snow, Aleo Blacc, Adamski, & performance at Cochella, his work speaks for itself. + Find out more about the Kwabena Amponsa - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwabena-amponsa-o79150731/ + Connect with Patrick Scally - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-scally/ + Find out more about the Hackney Wick and Fish Island Creative Enterprise Zone - https://www.hwfi.zone + This podcast was recorded at Trowbridge Talks at Trowbridge Gardens a multi-use space by Arbeit. Find out more here - https://www.arbeit.org.uk/podcast-studio

Graham Hitchen specialises in Cultural and Creative Industries policy, having worked at a senior level in the sector for more than 25 years. He runs the Creative Research and Innovation Centre (CRAIC) at Loughborough London with Andrew Chitty, and he is also working with the Industrial Strategy team at UKRI, leading strategy for the Audience of the Future and the Creative Industries Clusters programmes. He brings a wealth of experience in cultural and creative industries policy and delivery – nationally and regionally. Graham was the Corporate Policy Director for Arts Council England, before setting up Creative London with the Mayor’s office in 2004 – which was responsible for establishing Film London and the London Design Festival. He has been running a successful consultancy business since 2007, advising government agencies, cities and universities on Creative Industries and innovation. + Find out more about the Graham Hitchen - http://grahamhitchen.com/ + Learn more about the Creative Research and Innovation Centre - https://craic.lboro.ac.uk/ + Connect with Patrick Scally - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-scally/ + Find out more about the Hackney Wick and Fish Island Creative Enterprise Zone - https://www.hwfi.zone + This podcast was recorded at Trowbridge Talks at Trowbridge Gardens a multi-use space by Arbeit. Find out more here - https://www.arbeit.org.uk/podcast-studio

Ken is a trained architect with over 17 years practice experience across masterplanning, mixed-use & residential, cultural and educational sectors. With built work varying in budget from £250,000 to £125million & with a focus on sustainability & innovative environmental design. Ken is a champion for improving diversity within the built environment. In this episode this topic alongside housing affordability and how to design inclusive places. - All views expressed are those of the host and the guest and not representative of the London Borough of Hackney and Tower Hamlets - + Find out more about the Ken Okonkwo - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenokonkwo/ + Find out more about Haworth Tompkins - https://www.haworthtompkins.com/ + Connect with Patrick Scally - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-scally/ + Find out more about the Hackney Wick and Fish Island Creative Enterprise Zone - https://www.hwfi.zone + This podcast was recorded at Trowbridge Talks at Trowbridge Gardens a multi-use space by Arbeit. Find out more here - https://www.arbeit.org.uk/podcast-studio

Sabinna Rachimova is an opinion leader for the future generation of creatives. After graduating from Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, she worked for the leading fashion house Christian Dior and contemporary London brand Mary Katrantzou. As a child, she learned traditional soviet handcraft from her grandmother, developing a deeply ingrained appreciation for the craft. This early influence was a key inspiration for her namesake brand. As a double immigrant (born in Central Asia, raised in Europe, and now based in London) Sabinna is incredibly passionate about inclusivity and equal opportunities.   In addition to her work as an acclaimed designer, Sabinna is a public speaker, spreading the word about both fashion tech and sustainable fashion, as well as a consultant with a focus on fashion start-ups and education across Europe and the UK. Since 2018, she has lectured at the University of Arts London, teaching on the MA Fashion Entrepreneurship & Innovation course, focusing on sustainable business concepts to encourage her students to disrupt the industry. In 2019, Sabinna was named one of Forbes 30under30 DACH for her achievements as an entrepreneur in the sustainable fashion industry. - All views expressed are those of the host and the guest and not representative of the London Borough of Hackney and Tower Hamlets - + Find out more about the Sabinna Rachimova - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinna-rachimova/ + Shop Sabinna - https://www.sabinna.com/ + Connect with Patrick Scally - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-scally/ + Find out more about the Hackney Wick and Fish Island Creative Enterprise Zone - https://www.hwfi.zone + This podcast was recorded at Trowbridge Talks at Trowbridge Gardens a multi-use space by Arbeit. Find out more here - https://www.arbeit.org.uk/podcast-studio

Alvin Owusu-Fordwuo is a strategist, founder and youth worker who sits at the intersection of social impact, storytelling and youth culture. As the Founder of Tag Agency, Alvin has focused on creating social change through creativity, power-sharing, and strategic thinking. Alvin has worked with global brands and grassroot organisations across strategy, ethnographic research, brand partnerships and cultural production to build a better future for all, but especially for people who look like him. With clients such as Google, Facebook, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, Apprentice Nation, BBC and Hackney Quest Alvin has rich experience to share. - All views expressed are those of the host and the guest and not representative of the London Borough of Hackney and Tower Hamlets - + Find out more about the Alvin Owusu-Fordwuo - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alvinowusufordwuo/ + Find out more about Tag Agency- https://www.tagagency.co.uk/ + Connect with Patrick Scally - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-scally/ + Find out more about the Hackney Wick and Fish Island Creative Enterprise Zone - https://www.hwfi.zone + This podcast was recorded at Trowbridge Talks at Trowbridge Gardens a multi-use space by Arbeit. Find out more here - https://www.arbeit.org.uk/podcast-studio