Stoke Creates CIO is becoming a member organisation and we want YOU to join us!

Do you want a real say in the future of arts, heritage, and creative industries locally?

Stoke Creates CIO is the independent voice for culture across Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire. We believe more people in our region should be able to shape and share in the opportunities that culture makes possible.

We’re now opening up our membership – and we’d love you and your team to join us.

It’s free. It takes almost no time. And it matters.

As a member, you’ll:

• Have your say – shape our strategy, influence decision-making and regional policy. If you have an agenda you want to push, this is your platform.
• Amplify your voice – what collective action would you like to see us leading on?
• Network, build partnerships and grow – connect with fellow members and trustees at socials, networking events and advice and support sessions throughout the year. Dip into as many or as few as you like.
• Be in the know – get first sight of reports, data insights and sector developments via sessions and our regular newsletter.
• Get recognised – receive a digital member badge to display on your email signature and website. Your organisation will be included in our digital directory.

What’s the commitment?

• Cost: Free
• Apply: Complete the online form below
• Propose & Vote: Members propose motions and vote on key decisions that shape our focus
• Elect: Members will elect trustees at our Annual General Meeting (AGM)
• Time: One annual gathering (AGM) – everything else is optional!
• Conduct: Agree to our simple member pledge – be supportive, ethical and respectful

We’d love it if you’d share this invitation with everyone in your organisation – membership is open to all individuals, not just senior contacts. The more voices we have, the stronger we are.

Click HERE to become a member!