The Courier Business Conference

The Courier Business Conference

The Courier Business Conference 2025: Powering Scotland’s creative economy

The Courier Business Conference, in partnership with Henderson Loggie returns with a fresh focus: the creative economy and its transformative potential in Tayside, Fife and Stirling.

Hosted within the new virtual production studio at The Big Real, Water’s Edge in Dundee, this year’s event brings together pioneers of gaming, music, fashion, design, media, and digital innovation to explore the future of one of Scotland’s fastest-growing sectors.

Our business conference will include three curated sessions, bringing together leading voices and practical insights:

Session 1 – Creating the future, Realtime: with Chris van der Kuyl CBE, FRSE

This session introduces the revolutionary work happening at the Big Real, water’s Edge Dundee. Discover how emerging technologies are unlocking new creative possibilities – and commercial potential – for Scotland and beyond.

Session 2 – Monetising creativity in Scotland: panel discussion hosted by The Courier Editor, David Clegg

This session will explore the realities of building a sustainable, profitable business in the creative industries – from media and music to tech and storytelling. Interactive session with questions from audience members.

Session 3 – Keynote with Geoff Ellis, chief executive of DF Concerts

As Chief Executive of DF Concerts, Geoff has played a defining role in shaping Scotland’s live music scene over the past 40 years, working with everyone from Oasis to Beyoncé. He’ll share insights from his remarkable career and the business of bringing world-class events to life.

Key Dates

24 Jun 2025 The Courier Business Conference

Itinerary

08:15: Arrival, registration, breakfast and networking
09:30: Welcome
09:45: Sessions commence
13:00: Conference closes, followed by lunch
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Conference Speakers

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    Session 1 - Chris van der Kuyl CBE, FRSE

    Chairman, 4J Studios

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    Session 2 Moderator - David Clegg

    Editor, The Courier

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    Session 2 - Jade Robertson

    Co-Founder & Creative Director, Little Lies

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    Session 2 - Angus Robb

    LIVEHOUSE

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    Session 2 - Ella Dolphin

    Deputy CEO, DC Thomson

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    Keynote - Geoff Ellis

    CEO, DF Concerts & Events

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"As sponsors of the Courier Business Conference, we’re proud to support a platform that’s spotlighting the creative industries shaping Courier Country. The conference is great event for business leaders to connect and hear from the creative minds driving change in our region.

It’s an exciting time for our local economy, and we’re looking forward to being part of the conversation."

David D Smith, Managing Partner, Henderson Loggie