We are excited to announce that over 80 artists, creative freelancers and micro-entrepreneurs from the boroughs Westminster, Richmond upon Thames and Wandsworth have been selected to join this year’s Re:Create programme – our dedicated initiative designed to strengthen sustainability and support growth in the creative sector.

Re:Create is designed to empower creative businesses to build sustainable models and strengthen their skills through expert guidance and training. Delivered by social enterprise Creative United and funded by Westminster, Wandsworth, and Richmond Councils via the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, the programme provides tailored support to help creative enterprises grow, adapt, and thrive.

First piloted in the London Borough of Wandsworth in 2021, Re:Create has since supported more than 200 creative businesses in the capital – boosting income, developing skills, and building confidence. To date, the programme has helped create four new jobs, safeguarded eleven others, and generated an estimated £614,663 in additional income for participants. With an estimated Social Return on Investment of £1:£12.50, Re:Create continues to significantly benefit the local creative economy.

This year, the individuals and businesses selected for the programme represent the incredible creative diversity the boroughs of Westminster, Richmond and Wandsworth have to offer. From potters to poets and fashion designers to theatre practitioners, all have been carefully selected from a pool of applicants for this year’s cohort.

Left to right: Alice Lickens-Richards – Mortlake Papers, Joanna Ling Ceramics, Anna Mokhova, Adam Razvi

Each participant will receive personalised, one-to-one mentoring from an expert in the creative industries. Every session will be tailored to individual needs, focusing on developing skills, building confidence, and shaping a sustainable business model for long-term growth.

Alongside mentoring, the entire cohort – as well as any other creative business from across the three boroughs, and Thurrock (Essex) – will enjoy free access to a suite of specially designed e-learning modules.

The on-demand course covers a broad range of essential business skills, including marketing, e-commerce, funding, and resilience. Content is delivered through practical training videos and downloadable resources, giving participants the flexibility to learn at their own pace.

To access the e-Learning, creatives should fill in a short eligibility form with their Westminster, Richmond, Wandsworth or Thurrock postcode to receive a 100% discount code.

These resources are complemented by a diverse programme of networking and training events designed to help creatives connect, collaborate, and cultivate opportunities.

Laurie Kremer, Head of Business Development said:

We’re excited to support such a great mix of talented artists and creative people from across three London boroughs this year through one-to-one mentoring, networking, and on-demand e-learning. With continued investment from our partner councils, we are proud to keep growing the Re:Create network and deliver local impact by empowering artists and creatives to build resilient businesses.”