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Leaders
23-03-2025
- Business
- Leaders
Saudi Cultural Fund Celebrates 3rd Storytellers Event
Saudi Arabia's Cultural Development Fund has held the third annual Storytellers event in Riyadh to boost the Kingdom's cultural sector, according to Arab News. The event brought together senior officials, cultural leaders, entrepreneurs and creators from various cultural fields. Therefore, it served as a valuable platform to strengthen connections and unleash new opportunities in the cultural sector. 'This annual gathering is part of the fund's efforts to foster strong partnerships with key stakeholders and sustain the cultural sector's momentum,' Nawaf Al-Owain, the fund's marketing and communication executive director, told Arab News. During the event, the fund showcased several beneficiary projects, providing guests with an opportunity to experience their creative offerings firsthand. 'It also reflects the fund's role as a key financial enabler and its commitment to empowering creatives and cultural entrepreneurship,' Al-Owain added. In line with the Year of Handicrafts 2025, the event highlighted several cultural activities. Moreover, guests participated in traditional crafts such as prayer bead-making and henna art. Meanwhile, attendees took a look at a special art exhibition displaying works by visual artist and craftswoman Naifah Al-Shahrani. Through vibrant colors and intricate details, the exhibition celebrated the rich heritage of southern Saudi Arabia. The third annual Storytellers sought to foster strategic partnerships with government entities, the private sector as well as nonprofit organizations. Such collaboration will further support sustainable growth in the cultural sector, enhance economic development and promote quality of life. 'Now in its third year, the event has become a cornerstone of the fund's outreach efforts, establishing a platform that unites creatives, entrepreneurs and influencers to exchange ideas, share perspectives, and explore collaboration opportunities across cultural and financial sectors,' Al-Owain stated. Related Topics: Cultural Fund Concludes Participation in Berlin Festival Saudi Cultural Fund to support Saudi cinema with $ 234.4 million Villa Hegra Celebrates Year of Cultural Exchange in Al-Ula Short link : Post Views: 8
Arab News
22-03-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Saudi fund celebrates cultural innovation at Storytellers event
Riyadh: The Cultural Development Fund hosted the third annual Storytellers event in Riyadh, bringing together key officials, cultural leaders, entrepreneurs and creators from various cultural fields. The gathering is part of the fund's efforts to strengthen connections, explore new opportunities and support the sector's momentum, according to the Saudi Press Agency. It featured a keynote by the fund's CEO, Majed Al-Hugail, followed by remarks from representatives of the Elite Chefs Center, behind the CHEFPreneur program — one of the initiatives supported by the fund. The program equips aspiring chefs with culinary expertise and entrepreneurial skills to launch their own projects and establish competitive businesses. The gathering also celebrated 42 graduates of the program who had completed their training. In line with its commitment to supporting enabled projects, the fund showcased several beneficiary projects, allowing guests to experience their creative offerings firsthand. The event featured cultural activities aligned with the Year of Handicrafts 2025. Guests took part in traditional crafts like prayer bead-making and henna art, while a special art exhibition showcased works by visual artist and craftswoman Naifah Al-Shahrani. Inspired by the traditional Al-Qatt Al-Asiri, the exhibition honored the rich heritage of southern Saudi Arabia with vibrant colors and intricate details. The event aimed to strengthen strategic partnerships with government entities, the private sector and nonprofit organizations to drive sustainable growth in the cultural sector, contributing to economic development and enhancing quality of life. Nawaf Al-Owain, the fund's marketing and communication executive director, told Arab News: 'This annual gathering is part of the fund's efforts to foster strong partnerships with key stakeholders and sustain the cultural sector's momentum. 'It also reflects the fund's role as a key financial enabler and its commitment to empowering creatives and cultural entrepreneurship.' He added: 'Now in its third year, the event has become a cornerstone of the fund's outreach efforts, establishing a platform that unites creatives, entrepreneurs and influencers to exchange ideas, share perspectives, and explore collaboration opportunities across cultural and financial sectors. 'By fostering dialogue and collaboration, the fund aims to promote partnerships that drive growth and sustainability in the cultural sector.'
