This article has been powered by We are Europe*.
What is the role of the creative industries in the city's development? Is there a true need to invest in this sector as a middle-sized city like Thessaloniki? And if yes, how? These are some of the questions that occur when the subject of creative economy is on the table.
Studies during the last ten years in Europe and North America, demonstrate the impact creative industries have on the city's development and consequently why should cities invest more in this sector. Most of these papers argue that cities that invested in their creative sector had multilayered and overall positive impact regarding their development, not only when it comes to economic figures but also on other aspects of development. According to them, a vibrant creative sector has positive externalities and can contribute to quality of life and enhance the image of the city, while a strategic inspiration of new attitudes to a place can encourage the attraction and retention of skilled workers, graduates, tourists and business investors. (1)
However, the global economic recession is putting pressure on the creative economy model in terms of sustainability. A few...
This content is restricted to subscribers. If you have already subscribed, please log in. New users may freely register below.