The regional bootcamp of the Creative Shift acceleration program, aimed at developing the entrepreneurial skills of creative industry representatives and promoting their projects to the market, has kicked off in Astana.
From October 19th to 25th, participants will explore marketing and branding tools, the potential of artificial intelligence, and investment attraction mechanisms. The training will be led by Kazakhstani and international experts.
Regional bootcamps in Almaty, Shymkent, and Astana brought together over 500 creative industry representatives. The program helps participants develop their projects, improve their competitiveness, and expand their commercialization opportunities.
Following the regional stages, selected projects will undergo a seven-day mentoring program. The acceleration program will culminate in a Pitch Day, where participants will present their projects to potential investors.
Creative Shift is implemented by the Creative Industries Development Fund with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The program aims to develop the entrepreneurial potential of creators and strengthen the country's creative industries ecosystem.