In our latest Spotlight episode, Alina Cameron, Innovation Lead - Creative Industries at Innovate UK, gives us insights on her career history, the importance of investors understanding the value of creative industries, and how important the levelling-up agenda is.
Welcome back to our Spotlight Series, where we shine a light on the brightest minds in Leeds.
For our latest episode, we’re spotlighting Alina Cameron, Innovation Lead at Innovate UK. Alina’s role is specifically within the Creative Industries team, working on one of their national grant programmes called Creative Catalyst.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
Alina’s career history: Since a young age she’s always been interested in tech, but never saw herself being in a tech-related role.
Everything about Innovate UK: Including how they support innovation in different sectors through a variety of programmes.
The aim of Creative Catalyst: Supporting the growth of untapped creators within the creative industry and drawing investment into that sector.
The impact that Leeds Digital Festival has had in her career: Both as an attendee and event host.
How important the levelling-up agenda is in all regions.
Watch the full interview below:
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