AC Coppens

Founder
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Maximilian Preuß

AC is a marketing strategist, conference curator, speaker and the founder of THE CATALYSTS, a Berlin-based boutique agency for innovative and creative players working at the intersection of Digital Technologies and Film, Immersive Media, Design, Music and Sound. They advise and mentor teams on strategic & marketing planning, business & audience development. The multi-disciplinary agency is also investigating new developments across emerging tech, scientific research, politics, arts and culture. Informed by critical perspectives and a narrative approach, they design programs and scout speakers to create thought-provoking experiences to turn conferences into sites of knowledge exchange and co-creation. Blending critical thinking and a solid background in the performing arts, AC is frequently invited to major international events to host, present keynotes, and moderate thought-provoking discussions.

Sessions

Mingling Between (Digital) Art & Commerce

AC Coppens

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An interdisciplinary, informal space to mingle for those interested in the business of digital arts. Following this session are a presentation of research results on the ecosystem and an ideation workshop, so let's warm up by getting to know each other. Are you struggling with money or loaded with CASH, & more importantly, will you dare to tell us?
Meet Up Flutgraben
Meet Up
English
Conference

Digital Arts as a Business - but how?

AC Coppens, Anna Desponds, Melissa Vey

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Dig into CASH in digital arts! Together with leading digital art festivals, we conducted a study to make sense of their ecosystems and business models. Get a sneak peek into our analysis, based on a survey answered by 60+ organizations across Europe and expert interviews beyond the EU. Is the art world ready to stop cringing when we talk business?
Stage 4
Lecture
English
Conference

The Digital Arts Business Lab

AC Coppens, Alain Mongeau

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What better place than re:publica to gather interdisciplinary, bright minds in order to innovate the business of digital arts! This guided think tank aims to enable new connections between existing and new players in the field. Join us in the ideation of new business models and revenue streams to push digital arts into a new, more profitable era.
Workshop Flutgraben
Workshop
English
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