Events
Meet like-minded people through meetups, talks, and workshops - in-person and online.
Upcoming Events
From one-off expert workshops to regular informal meet-ups, we offer a range of programming for CEC and non-CEC members alike! CEC members have access to events not listed here - get your membership today!
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The Action-Based Strategy Meet Up (June 25, 2026)
WebinarJoin Sam Eccles, Director of Partnerships & Events at the CEC, for a facilitated, supportive and gently guided online gathering of creatives. The ideal opportunity for you to explore your vision and the steps you are going to take to get there.
Free
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Purpose Driven Business Meet Up (August 12, 2026)
WebinarJoin Rachael Arnold, Chief Executive Officer at the CEC, for a global gathering of creative socially motivated entrepreneurs. Get inspired, make connections, and discover impactful ideas at this can't-miss event!
Free
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The Action-Based Strategy Meet Up (August 27, 2026)
WebinarJoin Sam Eccles, Director of Partnerships & Events at the CEC, for a facilitated, supportive and gently guided online gathering of creatives. The ideal opportunity for you to explore your vision and the steps you are going to take to get there.
Free
NMTB Punk Summer School 2026
A punk-inspired toolkit for creatives ready to ditch broken systems, reclaim their identity, and build cheerful, effective non-compliance. Find out more here!
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NMTB Punk Summer School: Session 1 - Never Mind the Bollocks (July 6, 2026)
WebinarWhat’s worth your time? What’s wasting your time? What are your priorities? Why? This session helps you identify which of your current choices have value for you and what’s the bollocks that isn’t what you wanted but somehow said yes to.
Enroll for freeFree
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NMTB Punk Summer School: Session 2 - Never Mind the Bollocks (July 13, 2026)
WebinarHow often have you broken rules, said ‘no’ to things or moved them around so they suit you better, analysing how you can best identify and break conditions that don’t work for you? This session equips us all with more skills in resistance.
Free
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NMTB Punk Summer School: Session 3 - Kick Out the James (July 20, 2026)
WebinarChanging how we engage with systems and sectors takes practice. Changing the rules and assumptions that have formed around us takes a mixtures of self possession, tact, boldness and clarity. This session teaches you how to do that.
Free
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NMTB Punk Summer School: Session 4 - This Is Not A Test (July 27, 2026)
WebinarBoth as a group and then individually we build multiple manifestos. Something to remind you of the power of community, your priorities, the values and strengths that are in you and what you want to use them for.
Free
Monday Morning Meet Ups
Start your week with inspiration, connection, and problem-solving with CEC Director of Programmes and Practice, Sandy Thomson. Join us for a free weekly event open to CEC members and non-members.
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Monday Morning Meet Up (June 22, 2026)
WebinarJoin us for a free weekly meet-up designed for CEC members and non-members! Engage, problem-solve, and connect with fellow creatives in a friendly, informal setting.
Free
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Monday Morning Meet Up (June 29, 2026)
WebinarJoin us for a free weekly meet-up designed for CEC members and non-members! Engage, problem-solve, and connect with fellow creatives in a friendly, informal setting.
Free
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Monday Morning Meet Up (August 3, 2026)
WebinarJoin us for a free weekly meet-up designed for CEC members and non-members! Engage, problem-solve, and connect with fellow creatives in a friendly, informal setting.
Free
Members Only Events
As a CEC Member, you get access to exclusive events and meetups that are not open to the general public. What will your membership unlock? Get your membership today!
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The Artist Brunch with Adam York Gregory and Gillian Jane Lees
Multiple datesA mediated and supportive live online gathering of artists offering a unique opportunity to both share and hear from others about the nuts and bolts of creative practice and projects.
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The Art of Events with Frodo Allan
Multiple datesA structured and supportive live online clinic designed for creative entrepreneurs to dismantle the specific bottlenecks stalling their business growth. This isn't a lecture; it's a high-agency workspace where the "stuck" becomes "solved" through collective intelligence and peer-to-peer strategic insight.
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The Music Studio Meet Up with Derek O'Neill
Multiple datesThe Music Studio Meet Up is a welcoming space for anyone working in, or keen to start in the music sector. Led by musician and producer, Derek O’Neill, this is an informal practical place for you to talk about all the things that come up in music.