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Member Testimonials
“Choose people who will say your name in a room full of opportunities.”
This is what the network is built on — genuine advocacy, meaningful connection and work that travels beyond the room. The reflections below offer a sense of how that shows up in practice.
Furrah Syed
Abstract Artist & Educator
“Incredible opportunities are created at these gatherings. My collaboration with the Old Royal Naval College came through an introduction from a fellow ACN member.”
Claire Gevaux
Creative Consultant
“I’ve just hired someone to develop my website content after meeting them through the speed networking events. Amazing outcomes from just a 5-minute conversation.”
Lauren Grierson
“The monthly Zoom networking events far exceeded my expectations.
I have met many wonderful new people, collaborated, and it’s opened many doors for me.”
Melanie Perry FRSA, FInstAM, FAPA
“Thanks to being here, something magnificent and completely unexpected happened… I am now a Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts.”
Sarah Hunt, Creative Performance Coach
“I’ve already found two new clients through your network since I became a full member. It was a no-brainer really.”
Grace Benham, Curator
“The network has been very fruitful… I am interviewing with members for new curator roles.”
Elisabeth Birchwood
“Being part of the Arts & Culture Network has been incredibly inspiring… it’s opened up opportunities I wouldn’t have had otherwise.”
Jez Smith
“It’s a genuinely valuable space to meet people you wouldn’t normally encounter… it opens up new possibilities.”
Jonathan Robinson
“Thanks for putting me in contact with Alistair… we could collaborate successfully as well.”
Jasmine Sandler
“I’m interviewing someone this week and we met via ACN. It works!”
Katie Rose
“It’s a brilliant way to meet people and have conversations you wouldn’t normally have. It’s opened things up for me.”
Tristan Nuñez
“You come away with new ideas and new connections every time.”
Ella Schwarz
“It’s such a supportive community — you feel seen and heard.”
Cynthia Pecking, MA
“It was the first time I didn’t feel intimidated in an arts space… it felt incredibly inclusive and respectful.”
Norwood Creech
“The energy of fellowship is inspiring, and lifts my spirits from feeling isolated.”
Liz Howard
TEDx Speaker
“I really appreciate the diversity… it’s the first time I haven’t been the only Black woman.”
Sarah Bedell
Director
“It absolutely wasn’t about pitching… it made it relaxed and fun.”
Joey Baron
“It’s a great way to connect with a wide range of people across the arts… the connections you make have real value.”
Matz Skoog
“It’s a fantastic initiative—open, generous, and genuinely engaging.”
Dr Robin Harrison FRSA
“The Arts & Culture Network has made a huge difference to my journey so far.”
Adam Hypki
“Being part of ACN has been one of the highlights of this year.”