2025 ‘Business in the Arts’

Focal Studios Co Founder Dennis on stage with Helen Cross being presented with 'Business in the Arts' at the Culture and Creativity Awards 2025.

Culture and Creativity Awards

Awarded by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

Presented by Helen Cross - Liverpool City Region Growth Platform, Digital and Creative Sector Lead


LCR Awards Focal Studios - Co Founders James Hooton and Dennis Outten

Focal Studios are proud to be recognised as the ‘Business in the Arts’ for 2025, awarded by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority. This accolade is a testament to the dedication and innovation that drives our work as a leading audio-visual technology company, specialising in the creation of immersive visual experiences.

Its been an incredible journey as a commercial arts organisation collaborating with many incredible clients and achieving many incredible goals over the years. We are immensely proud of this achievement and the collective effort that has brought us to this point.


 
 

Hosted by BBC Radio Merseyside’s Billy Hui BEM DL at New Brighton’s Floral Pavilion.

More than 600 entries from artists, creatives, volunteers and community groups were whittled down to 54 finalists for the awards that celebrate the very best of Liverpool City Region’s thriving cultural and creative sector.


Its been an incredible journey as a commercial arts organisation collaborating with many incredible clients over the years. We are committed to bringing brands to life. From transforming the Bombed Out Church into a breathtaking canvas for Lunar New Year celebrations to creating unforgettable visual experiences for Eurovision, turning ideas into immersive realities!

At Focal Studios, our mission extends beyond technological innovation. We are deeply committed to inspiring young minds and creating a thriving tech community, both in the heart of New Brighton and across the Liverpool City Region. We are developing a new creative tech hub 'Focal Point' in New Brighton to provide workplace and educational pathways for underserved young people in and around the area. 


- Bravo Team 👏 -

Well deserved! -

So truly deserved ❤️

- Congratulations everyone ✨

- Inspiring!

- Fantastic news 🥳

- Bravo Team 👏 - Well deserved! - So truly deserved ❤️ - Congratulations everyone ✨ - Inspiring! - Fantastic news 🥳

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