We are a global music, culture and creative economy consultancy. We use research and data to demonstrate the economic and social value of the creative industries, and provide strategic planning for cities, places and communities to maximise their impact. Our work unlocks new opportunities, fosters sustainable development and builds more dynamic, inclusive environments.
Comprising of consultants and experts worldwide, Sound Diplomacy has advised over 150 clients in over 30 countries, including the public sector such as cities, municipalities, governments, and international governmental organisations, and private entities in the real estate, investment and cultural and creative sectors.
Our projects

Belfast: Building a UNESCO City of Music

Belize: Music Tourism Strategy

Cardiff: Creating a Music City

City of Monroe: Monroe Music City

City of Stonecrest: Film, Music & Digital Entertainment Strategic Plan

DeKalb County: Film, Music, and Digital Entertainment Strategic Plan

Cuba: Transforming Music Industry And Promoting Cultural Development

Delaware: Creative Economy Advancement & Tourism Expansion (CREATE) Plan

Earls Court: Redefining The Vision For A Cultural District

Fiji, Vanuatu, and the Solomon Islands: Advancing the Music Ecosystem

Fort Worth: Economic Impact assessment of a music ecosystem

Huntsville: Launching a Music Strategy in Rocket City

Lausanne: Music Ecosystem Analysis and Strategy

Malta: Music & Night Time Economy Strategy

Manchester: Co-op Live Arena Feasibility

Monroe: Venue Transformation Strategy for Monroe Civic Centre

Niagara Falls: Music Strategy

North Carolina: Uniting Music Cities for Economic Resilience and Growth

Pop District: Vision for a New Creative District

Puerto Rico: Music, Entertainment, and Cultural Industries Strategy

SOLT & UKT: Economic Assessment of the UK Theatre Sector

Spokane: Reviving the Jensen Byrd Building as a Thriving Cultural Hub

Sydney: Delivering Economic Assessment to Support Outdoor Concert Band Shells

Young Voices: Economic Impact and Social Value Assessment
