As the head of Catalan Arts/ ICEC London Office one of my main responsabilities is to help companies and artists based in Catalonia to get access to international markets, and be present at professional fairs, market events and festivals, focusing in the UK scene, as well as Ireland, Asia, Australia, Québec-Canada, and USA. Our will is to establish links with other professionals and organizations both ways, mostly to build cultural and professional bridges between Catalonia and the rest of the world, exploring opportunities and finding partners. We attend events like ESNS, Folk Alliance International Conference, Focus Wales, Primavera Pro, Jazzahead, Classical: Next or BIME, and our Music Market places in Catalonia are MMVV in Vic and Fira Mediterrània in Manresa.
Catalan Arts is the internationalization brand of the Catalan Institute for Cultural Companies (ICEC), dedicated to promoting Catalan cultural and creative industries worldwide. Through ICEC’s network of offices across Europe, including Barcelona, Berlin, Brussels, London, and Paris, we implement a range of initiatives to connect, guide, and support creative companies on their international journey. ICEC provides tailored advice and assistance to professionals across various sectors, including Music, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Audiovisual, Books, and Digital Culture, helping them thrive in the global market.