After BRIGHT: What’s Next for You in the Creative Economy

BRIGHT 2025 brought together more than 150 entrepreneurs, creatives, investors and institutions in Copenhagen. For three days, we shared ideas, built connections and explored new ways to grow the creative economy.

But BRIGHT doesn’t stop there. One of its biggest strengths is how it connects you to what comes next: new stages where you can present your ideas, meet partners and expand internationally. During the event, our partners highlighted a series of opportunities that you can tap into over the coming months.

Here’s a curated calendar of global calls and events you won’t want to miss:

Upcoming opportunities

UNIDO Global Call 2025 – Deadline: 30 September 2025

If you took part in Creative Business Cup, you can now bring your business idea to a global stage. The UNIDO Global Call focuses on solutions with real impact in sustainability and innovation. Winning projects gain visibility across UNIDO’s international network of investors, corporates and institutions.
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Arctic Circular Economy Summit – Tromsø, 7–9 October 2025

Head to the Arctic for three days dedicated to circular economy, sustainability and the green transition. This summit brings together innovators, policymakers, scientists and investors in a region where climate impact is most visible. If your project tackles climate or impact solutions, this is where your voice matters.
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We Are French Touch – France, 26 November 2025

In France, creativity meets investment. With the support of BPI France, this flagship event highlights the country’s creative industries and connects them with international partners. If you want to enter the French market or explore sponsorship opportunities, this is the moment.
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Polar Bear Pitching – Oulu, Finland, 4 December 2025

Are you ready to pitch in the most unique way possible? In Oulu, founders step into ice-cold water to deliver their startup story. It’s bold, it’s unforgettable, and it draws the attention of international media and investors looking for resilience and creativity.
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World Entrepreneurs Investment Forum – Bahrain, 10–11 February 2026

Take your project to the Gulf. Hosted by UNIDO, WEIF connects entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers and global organisations. It’s the perfect platform if you’re aiming to scale internationally and build partnerships across regions.
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World Creativity Day 2026 – Worldwide, 19–23 April 2026

Join a global celebration of creativity across 100+ cities worldwide. From workshops and exhibitions to forums and festivals, this is a moment to connect with audiences and partners far beyond your local community.
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Why it matters

These opportunities are a direct continuation of the energy we built at BRIGHT. What started in Copenhagen now extends into new arenas – from the Arctic to the Gulf, from France to a hundred cities worldwide.

Each of these stages is a chance for you to pitch, connect and grow.

If you want to stay connected and informed, join our community on MyCreativeNetworks and be part of the movement.

Take part, connect, and keep pushing the boundaries of creativity.