A little bit about what we can do...
Community Engagement
Building a deep understanding of community dynamics and with a passion for inclusivity, GJG brings a fresh perspective to foster authentic connections. From community consultations to participatory projects, GJG equips you with the tools to create positive change and ensure community voices are at the heart of your decision-making. From community consultations to participatory projects, GJG equips you with the tools to create positive change and ensure community voices are at the heart of your decision-making.
Cultural Compacts and City-wide working
Former Executive Director for Southampton Cultural Development Trust, James has experience of working for cultural trusts and brokering city-wide partnerships. GJG understands the importance of connectors, 'mavens', and relationships built on trust in the development of strong creative infrastructures for towns, cities, and regions.
Read Medway 2020 Case Study
Business Planning
Working both as consultants and within organisations GJG's team have written business plans for many different scales of organisation, supporting small creative practices through to large Arts Council Funded National Portfolio Organisations and local authority business units.
GJG applies an organic model of business planning. This approach encourages creativity, innovation, and resilience, enabling businesses to navigate uncertainties and seize emerging opportunities while staying aligned with their core values and long-term vision.
Displace Yourself Theatre Case Study
Facilitation
With a proven track record of engaging diverse stakeholders and fostering meaningful dialogue, GJG ensures that every voice is heard and valued. Our expertise in creating inclusive spaces for constructive discussions allows for informed decision-making and community-driven outcomes. From impactful community engagement to consensus-building, empower your community and achieve collaborative solutions.
Project Development
Stuck in the delivery of the day to day it is often hard for cultural leaders to see above the current challenges and identify the new sources of income, audiences or work. GJG works with organisations to identify the long term journey of an organisation and supports the development of projects that will help them reach their fullest potential.
Read Salisbury 2020 Case Study
Producing
From awe-inspiring, large-scale multi-stakeholder arts projects to impactful small-scale interventions. With a collaborative spirit, GJG can lead projects from their inception, working closely with partners and stakeholders to pave the way for success. Producing through fostering genuine engagement and identifying key success factors for all involved at the start helps ensure successful outcomes.