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At EIT Culture & Creativity, a dedicated team of passionate experts works daily to champion innovation and transformation within Europe’s Cultural and Creative Sectors and Industries (CSSI). Our multidisciplinary leadership is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a collective vision, striving to build a resilient and sustainable future for these vital sectors.

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MANAGEMENT TEAM

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Anette
Schaefer
Chief Executive Officer
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Sonia
Muñoz Blanc
Interim Chief Operating Officer

Programme Directors

Our Programme Directors define the strategic direction of our organisation and ensure that our actions align with our mission.

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Ambra
Trotto
Director RIS & Transformation
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Rolf
Hughes
Director of Education
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Francesca
Barisani
Director of Innovation​
Federica Berardo, Director of Marketing & Communication
Federica
Berardo
Director Marketing & Communications
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Javier
Arias
Director Business Creation

Regional Hub DIRECTORS

The pulse of our organisation runs through our Regional Hub Directors. These dedicated leaders are the driving force behind local ecosystems, ensuring that EIT Culture & Creativity’s network translates strategy into regional impact.

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Gijs
Gootjes
Director North-West
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Fabio
Palma
Director South-West
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Kati
Uusi-Rauva
Director North
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Angelica
Monaco
Director South
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Michal
Hladky
Director East
Katharina
Jeschke
Director South-East Alps
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Work with us

Join the EIT Culture & Creativity team and help us shape the future of Europe's cultural and creative sectors. We are a diverse, mission-driven community at the intersection of culture, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Explore our current openings and become part of our dynamic team.

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