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Arts & Business Cymru reveals its new chief executive

UK · 2026-09-21

Key takeaway

Arts & Business Cymru appoints Laura Drane as chief executive after 30 years under Rachel Jones.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerArts & Business Cymru appoints a new chief executive, ending a 30-year leadership era and changing top-level decision-making.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onThe new chief executive reviews and may reset partnership, funding, and procurement priorities for the organisation's network.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youSMEs supplying or partnering with Arts & Business Cymru or its member organisations face potential changes in engagement, contract renewal, or funding opportunities.

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Source: Business Live

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