Growth Of Creative Industries The Experience

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai From Sand to Silicon

A transformation from a sleepy desert village to a burgeoning modern metropolis!

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Thursday, October 6, 2011 Visionary Leadership and an Enabling Policy

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Strategic Foundation The vision to consciously move to non-oil revenues

Horizon 1 Horizon 2 Horizon 3

Services Trade

1990 2010

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Strategic Foundation The vision to consciously move to non-oil revenues

Horizon 1 Horizon 2 Horizon 3

“Do what we do Services best, better!” Trade

1990 2010

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Strategic Foundation The vision to consciously move to non-oil revenues

Horizon 1 Horizon 2 Horizon 3

“Apply core competencies to new areas”

“Do what we do Services best, better!” Trade

1990 2010

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Strategic Foundation The vision to consciously move to non-oil revenues

Horizon 1 Horizon 2 Horizon 3

“Apply core competencies to new areas”

“Do what we do Services best, better!” Trade

1990 2010

“Whats good for business is good for Dubai”

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Horizon 1: Transform

Trade Trade and Entrepot Logistics Hub for light industry

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Free Zone

One of its first initiatives was the establishment of the Jebel Ali Free Trade Zone as a logistics hub and centre for light industry Home to about 6500 companies including 120 of the Fortune 500 companies Pre-built Offices, warehouses, cool and cold storage facilities, land, business centre, convention facility, accommodation... On site services including customs, chamber of commerce, immigration, banks

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Horizon 2: Towards a Knowledge Economy

Create a knowledge economy based on R & D, Technology, Media, Education, Telecom and Enabled Services

Thursday, October 6, 2011 “A Complete Eco System”

Thursday, October 6, 2011 “A Complete Eco System”

Regulatory Registration & Licensing; IP Environment

Infrastructure Roads, Utilities, Transport, Telecom...

Hot Desks and Executive desks for Facilities Freelancers; Offices and Suites; Business Centre, Conference facilities Free Zone benefits - 100% ownership, Incentives no taxes, no import duties on equipment, no restrictions on hiring

Business Services Business set up; Visas, ID card

Thursday, October 6, 2011 “A Complete Eco System”

Thursday, October 6, 2011 “A Complete Eco System”

Banks, Food Courts, Accommodations, Support Services Post Office, Healthcare, Retail stores, Gas Stations... Administrative and Facilities Management; Ambulance, HSE services Security; Green Technical Advisory Groups; Specialized Human Resources ‘product’ managers; trained support staff - sales to call center Promote the promise and experience of Brand Value ‘Brand Dubai’ to attract stars!

Cluster Marketing and Business Support Services; PPP; Events to build the Development Brand Value

Thursday, October 6, 2011 “A Complete Eco System”

Banks, Food Courts, Accommodations, Support Services Post Office, Healthcare, Retail stores, Gas Stations... Administrative and Facilities Management; Ambulance, HSE services Security; Green Technical Advisory Groups; Specialized Human Resources ‘product’ managers; trained support staff - sales to call center Promote the promise and experience of Brand Value ‘Brand Dubai’ to attract stars!

Cluster Marketing and Business Support Services; PPP; Events to build the Development Brand Value

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai Technology and Media Free Zone - TECOM

Dubai Media City Dubai Knowledge Village

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai Media City

Companies, freelancers and associations for: Advertising Art and Design Designer Fashion Film, video and photography Software, computer games and electronic publishing Music and the visual and performing arts Publishing Television and Radio

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai Internet City

Companies engaged in the following activities:

Software

Computer games

Electronic publishing

Consultancy

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai Knowledge Village

Training and education programs in:

Advertising

Art and Design

Designer Fashion

Film, video and photography

Music and the visual and performing arts

Television and Radio

Thursday, October 6, 2011 State-of-the-art offices, conducive work environment, creative spaces

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Dubai Media Dubai Internet City City EHosting International DataFort Media Production Zone

Dubai Knowledge Village

Dubai Academic Zone

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Free Zones for the Creative Industries Advertising Music and the visual and performing arts Arts Publishing Design Software, computer Designer Fashion games and electronic Film, video and publishing photography Television and Radio

A convergence of eco systems for the creative industries

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Creative Industries in TECOM

Media ICT Knowledge

Media & Marketing Software e-Learning Services e-Commerce Management Broadcasting Development Web Design Filmed Entertainment IT/Media Training Back Office Printing & Publishing Innovation Centres Telecom New Media R & D Multimedia Leisure & Academic Entertainment Consultancy Infrastructure and (including Events) Service Providers

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Proof of Concept!

3,800 companies located in these zones Linkages with about 1200 companies in Dubai Employing 15,000 creative workers Hosted major Media/ICT/Knowledge events Spawned talent and creative projects

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Thursday, October 6, 2011 Cluster Development and Customer Engagement

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Cluster Development and Customer Engagement

Suite of Business Support Services: 1. Business Development and Networking 2. Personal Development 3. Showcasing Talent and Businesses 4. Business Information 5. Feedback and Communication 6. Social issues and causes

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Business Development and Networking TECOM Directory and Talent Guide

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Business Development and Networking CEO meets; Breakfast Clubs; Exhibitions; SME Builder... Thursday, October 6, 2011 Business Development and Networking “Good Morning DMC!”

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Business Development and Networking Workshops and Industry Showcase for Business Partners Thursday, October 6, 2011 Showcasing Talent and Businesses Art Gallery; Media & Marketing Show; Dubai Lynx; Planet of the Apps; Ibdaa Awards

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Business Information Surveys and Syndicated Reserach; Presentations on Finance and Economy Thursday, October 6, 2011 Business Information Presentations on Finance and Economy; Funding options... Thursday, October 6, 2011 Personal Development Workshops for Business Partners; News and TV Presentation Techniques

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Feedback, Communication and Conversation “Voice IT” and “Script Newsletter”

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Social Issues and Causes Healthcare & Wellness; Taste of Dubai; Spring Festival; Creches; Environment; Thursday, October 6, 2011 Projects

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF)

The Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) is a Dubai Media City initiative Platform for nurturing local creative talent Promoting national and regional productions DIFF has grown to be a globally known brand

Thursday, October 6, 2011 - 3D Animated TV Serial It is the tale of four old national women living in a secluded neighborhood in modern day Dubai trying to live a peaceful life in the midst of the ever-expanding city around them, but the city's boom unveils new social issues every day that they have to tackle solve in their own simple way FREEJ started of as a six page study book in 1998 but it never materialized until 2003 when it was adopted by Dubai Media City The show is now in official association with Dubai Media City, Awraq Publishing, Arab Radio Network, JBM and SME.

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai Fashion Week Dubai Fashion Week (DFW) is a 'By Invitation Only' fashion design trade event with the objective of bringing together prime stakeholders of the fashion design industry The fashion design trade event takes place twice every year, enables fashion designers from the Middle East and around the region to showcase their collections to trade buyers (retailers, buying houses, distributors, wholesalers, agents, and potential franchisees), the media and individual buyers, seek new business opportunities & linkages and build business relationships within the industry.

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai SME

Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Young Business Leaders was launched on June 12, 2002 Formed with a vision to nurture the entrepreneurial spirit in Dubai, encourage and facilitate the development of business and entrepreneurial activity among UAE nationals, and Catalyze the development and growth of a key sector of the economy, the small and medium business sector.

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai SME - I

The Establishment’s key activities focus on:

Creation of new businesses by offering a platform for ideas and financial support.

Inspiring entrepreneurial spirit among UAE nationals.

Raising awareness of business opportunities and spreading business knowledge

Assisting and supporting enterprises run by UAE nationals through instilling best practice and providing them with market opportunities

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai SME - II

SME member’s businesses include:

Advertising

Fashion design

Interior design and decoration

Landscaping

Computer software

Web design

Exhibition design

Thursday, October 6, 2011 SME Support Programs:

Business Incubation Services Marketing and Promotion Services Training and Development of staff Government Procurement Program - all government departments dedicate at least 5% of their procurement of services from SMEs, and Funding

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai Culture

The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) was launched on the 8th of March 2008 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai Dubai Culture’s vision is to establish Dubai city as vibrant, global Arabian metropolis that shapes culture and arts in the region (and ) Dubai Culture projects range from festivals and art fairs to new museums and theatre productions Dubai Culture’s Art Services programs are aimed at identifying and nurturing young Emirati talents in visual arts, performing arts, film and literature.

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai Global Village

Global Village is Dubai’s most popular outdoor cultural entertainment and shopping venue It’s the place to watch spectacular live performances, taste an array of authentic cuisines, purchase genuine merchandise from around the globe or spend a whole evening on thrilling rides

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Dubai Global Village

A shopaholic’s delight, the Pavilions are where craftsmen and tradesmen of the world come together to display and sell their wares The most unique element of Global Village is the pavilions where you can buy merchandise of countries around the world without actually traveling there. It’s probably the only place in the world where you can buy an intricately-woven Indian pashmina shawl, a Japanese bonsai and fresh Canadian Maple Syrup all from the same place.

Thursday, October 6, 2011 ‘Brand Dubai’

‘Brand Dubai’ established globally, is the anchor brand that stands for entrepreneurship, trade, business and tourism Strong individual brands: Dubai Media City Dubai Internet City Dubai Knowledge Village Freej Dubai Culture Dubai SME

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Thursday, October 6, 2011 Lessons - Key Factors for Success

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Lessons - Key Factors for Success Vision and Leadership; Enabling Policy; A relevant Eco System; Business Support, Best Practices, Processes, Innovation, and Brand Value

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Business for Dubai based Creative Industries

The ultimate measure of success of a Project or a Brand is its commercial success Its products and services are accepted as being of the highest standard and quality Companies registered in the Technology and Media Free Zone and Dubai have acquired business not only locally and the region but even in other markets around the globe. E.g. Spice Holding...

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Replicating Dubai’s success in other markets

Dubai’s Dubai Media City and Dubai Internet City have replicated their success in other markets internationally. Some examples include Smart City Malta and Smart City, Cochin, India MOU for Communications City in Islamabad, Pakistan

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Conclusion

“If we can do it, you can do it too!”

You have the ingredients for success to: Create ‘Brand Caribbean’ and promote its promise of passion, fun, romance, beat to the region and the world Design, Develop and launch Creative Enclaves and attract stars to grow the Creative Industry in the region!

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Thank You!

Thursday, October 6, 2011