Arts Thread – Alex Brownless | Take The Plunge Podcast

Another episode of our ‘Take the plunge’ podcast series is now live. This week, we were delighted to welcome Alex Brownless, Co-Founder of Arts Thread. Arts Thread is the launchpad for emerging artists and designers, bridging the gap between education and industry. Learn about Alex’s life before starting Arts Thread – what made him take the plunge and start his own company – alongside some advice on running a business.  

Tune in to hear Ciaran and Alex talk about:

  • The gamble of starting your own business 
  • Building a platform from scratch 
  • The impact of COVID-19 on Arts Thread
  • Growing your business through partnerships and collaborations

Play Podcast on Spotify or iTunes, or watch it on Youtube above. 

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