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Culture Anchors Development
Jonathan Todd
Jul 26, 2024
Chief Economist Jonathan Todd reflects on the cultural sector’s role in new government ambitions.
Culture and Creativity: Changing Britain for the Better
Jonathan Todd
Jul 10, 2024
Summit in West Kowloon District sends message of international collaboration.
International Cultural Summit Hong Kong
Marianna Lemus-Boskovitch
Apr 3, 2024
Rachel Kuhn and David Hingley discuss three key takeaways from recent high-profile closures.
Why are City-Centre Attractions Closing?
David Hingley BEM
Feb 16, 2024
Our team clears up a common misconception.
What is the Difference Between a Feasibility and Viability Study?
Rachel Kuhn
Feb 15, 2024
We at BOP are shocked and saddened to hear of the sudden death of Tim Joss in an accident last week.
Tribute to Aesop Founder and CEO, Tim Joss
Richard Naylor
Jan 29, 2024
Associate Director, Rachel Kuhn reports on Museum Connections Paris.
AI and Visitor Experience at Museum Connections
Rachel Kuhn
Jan 23, 2024
2023 was marked by our fastest-ever expansion. Our team reflects on this landmark year, highlighting key milestones and projects.
BOP’s 2023 in Review
Rebecca Davison-Mora
Jan 10, 2024
Our team shares how the framework behind BOP500 can power sustainable development in cities around the world.
Cultural Capability: Rethinking Culture for the 21st Century
Paul Owens
Dec 13, 2023
Senior Consultant Martha Pym travels to Casablanca to share how strengthening place and authenticity can ensure citizens have a place alongside tourism.
Africa Place Marketing Conference: Citizen Participation for Sustainable and Inclusive Territorial Marketing
Dec 1, 2023
Co-founder Paul Owens joined by regional panel to discuss the Gulf’s rapidly growing sector and exciting possibilities for international collaboration.
BEYOND Conference, Ambition and Transformation: Emerging Creative R&D Practice in the Gulf
Callum Lee
Nov 22, 2023
BOP Consulting acted as the secretariat for the Creative Industries Council working group, offering pro-bono administration, communications and policy support.
Creative Industries Council Endorse Creative Climate Charter
Rebecca Davison-Mora
Nov 14, 2023
Co-founder Paul Owens and Consultant Genevieve Marciniak represented BOP Consulting at the World Conference on Cultural Cities in Chengdu, China.
World Conference on Cultural Cities, City Ideas
Genevieve Marciniak
Oct 23, 2023
Chief Economist, Jonathan Todd, travelled to V&A Dundee to present the findings of our five-year Impact Study with 'tialt' to museum staff and stakeholders.
V&A Dundee Impact Study Featured in the Scotsman, The Herald & Scottish Field
Teodora Lazar
Sep 12, 2023
Co-Founder Paul and Senior Associate David travelled to Qingdao for Beijing design week 2023 and the city of Qingdao’s transforming cities through design.
Beijing Design Week and the city of Qingdao’s Urban Regeneration Global Trends Forum
Rebecca Davison-Mora
Jul 20, 2023
Our co-founder Paul Owens moderated a discussion with Aspen Institute UK and the EU Delegation to the UK on building economic resilience through culture and innovation.
Aspen Institute and EU Delegation to the UK, panel on the future of creative industries in the UK and Europe
Paul Owens
Jul 6, 2023
The world's largest museum prize, the Art Fund’s Museum of the Year Award plays a significant role within the museum sector.
Research for Art Fund's Museum of the Year featured in Museums Association Journal
Yasmeen Safaie
Jul 4, 2023
The publication of our Impact Assessment of Edinburgh Festivals marks one of the most significant cultural impact studies to date.
Edinburgh Festivals Evaluation Featured in BBC Scotland & The Scotsman
Jonathan Todd
Jun 28, 2023
Associate Director, Rachel Kuhn addresses over 50 tourism attraction providers at the launch of Fáilte Ireland’s Smart Operations programme at Croke Park.
Strengthening the Tourism Industry's Resilience
Rachel Kuhn
May 18, 2023
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