Tom Fleming is a global authority on culture, innovation and the creative economy. He has worked over 25 years in over 60 countries and many cities focusing on the role of culture in development and civil society on the creative economy, competitiveness and inclusive growth and on place-making where culture and creativity are central. With offices in London and Porto, plus associates in every global region, TFCC is a leading research and consultancy organisation, setting agendas and driving knowledge development and evidence-based policy.