Our Mission
Doing Things Differently...
An Inclusive Trade Association
Working for and Supporting Members
Connecting, Empowering Inspiring and Informing
Growing, Protecting and Solidifying the Industry
WHO:
A non-profit inclusive, collaborative, member-run and member-focused trade association. Providing the tools members need to succeed.
WHAT:
The gateway for members to access a wealth of expert knowledge, introductions and invaluable industry insight. With a network of organisations, businesses and event partners, we bring together all sizes/types of individuals/businesses from our industry and beyond.
HOW:
With clear and strong communications, engagement, driving content and information. Engaging with each member to manage their own unique wants and needs.
WHY:
Because we want to pass on our expert industry knowledge. Educate, inspire, connect people and businesses so that they can achieve their goals. To continue to grow, stabilise and solidify this vibrant community, ensuring the global industry continues to thrive.
CREATIVE INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION PLAYS A CRUCIAL ROLE IN HELPING MEMBERS BECOME MORE EFFECTIVE AND SUCCESSFUL.
- EXCHANGE OF IDEAS the chance to access, share and develop business processes in your workplace by learning from others.
- INFLUENCE our policymakers by ensuring your opinions are heard to benefit the sector as a whole, locally and beyond.
- INSIGHTS and research from our association and global partners. Allowing you to consider trends, influences and prepare your business accordingly as changes affecting our sector are identified.
- NETWORKING AND CONNECTIONS access to clients, suppliers and partner services who can help you improve your business and its impact in your chosen market.
- RECOGNITION of your needs and goals will help us endorse and validate your business achievements in the craft sector.
- RELATIONSHIP opportunities to connect with the right strategic partners who will help you identify and address issues, opportunities and collaborations that provide mutual benefits.
- STANDARDS learn and adopt industry-expected best practice procedures to operate at your optimum capability.
- SUSTAINABILITY as a collective, we have a vital role in addressing issues, ensuring the industry has the visibility it needs to help facilitate a sustainable future.
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION providing year round resource of information you need to succeed.