Ida-Viru Creative Industries Center
Ida-Viru Loomemajanduskeskus (IVLK)
We have been developing the economy, education and employment
in Ida-Viru County for more than 10 years.
in Ida-Viru County for more than 10 years.
Winners of the European Enterprise Promotion Awards (EEPA)
About Ida-Viru Loomemajanduskeskus /
Ida-Viru Creative Industries Center (IVLK)
Ida-Viru Creative Industries Center (IVLK)
We are developing Ida-Viru
For more than 10 years, we have been implementing projects in Estonia’s Ida-Viru region aimed at regional development. IVLK places a special focus on creative economy and innovation projects; however, as the region undergoes a transformation driven by the Just Transition, it also faces challenges related to employment and the adoption of green technologies.
Well, we’re here to help!
Well, we’re here to help!
How did it all begin?
In 2014, we organized the first TEDxNarva. This marked the beginning of a community of people who wanted to come together around the idea of positive change. At that time, we established IVLK so that the region would have a structure ready to take responsibility for implementing those changes.
The photo shows the organizing team of the very first TEDxNarva,
which took place at the Narva College of the University of Tartu.
which took place at the Narva College of the University of Tartu.
Ida-Viru Loomemajanduskeskus - is two people
Jana Budkovskaya
Strategist and Initiator of Sustainable Projects,
Member of the Management Board of IVLK
Yana is a regional development strategist with more than 20 years of experience across education, the creative economy, entrepreneurship, and public policy. Since 2015, she has been a member of the management board of Ida-Viru Loomemajanduskeskus, where she contributes to the design and implementation of programs with long-term social and economic impact.
Yana is a co-founder of the creative and startup hub OBJEKT in Narva, which since its launch has attracted more than €2.5 million in investments and programmatic support to the region and was recognized with the national EEPA Award in 2023. In the same year, her contribution to business development was acknowledged by the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications. She has also initiated and curates several well-known programs, including the ShootShorts film accelerator and youth education initiatives that have engaged thousands of participants.
Alongside this, Jana works in the investment and venture capital ecosystem. She is a co-founder of a fund focused on sustainable investments in Central and Eastern Europe and is part of the leadership team at Beamline, where she is responsible for portfolio development.
Her interdisciplinary background—ranging from physics and environmental monitoring to innovation policy and the arts—shapes a systemic approach to projects focused on sustainability, measurable outcomes, and real impact.
Strategist and Initiator of Sustainable Projects,
Member of the Management Board of IVLK
Yana is a regional development strategist with more than 20 years of experience across education, the creative economy, entrepreneurship, and public policy. Since 2015, she has been a member of the management board of Ida-Viru Loomemajanduskeskus, where she contributes to the design and implementation of programs with long-term social and economic impact.
Yana is a co-founder of the creative and startup hub OBJEKT in Narva, which since its launch has attracted more than €2.5 million in investments and programmatic support to the region and was recognized with the national EEPA Award in 2023. In the same year, her contribution to business development was acknowledged by the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications. She has also initiated and curates several well-known programs, including the ShootShorts film accelerator and youth education initiatives that have engaged thousands of participants.
Alongside this, Jana works in the investment and venture capital ecosystem. She is a co-founder of a fund focused on sustainable investments in Central and Eastern Europe and is part of the leadership team at Beamline, where she is responsible for portfolio development.
Her interdisciplinary background—ranging from physics and environmental monitoring to innovation policy and the arts—shapes a systemic approach to projects focused on sustainability, measurable outcomes, and real impact.
Anton Ossipovski
Marketing Strategist and Service Designer,
Member of the Management Board of IVLK
Anton is a marketing strategist and service designer with more than 15 years of experience in business development, communications, and sustainable services. He is a member of the management board of Ida-Viru Loomemajanduskeskus, where he is responsible for project development and for working with the region’s entrepreneurial and creative ecosystem.
In his professional practice, Anton focuses on service design and organizational transformation—from developing marketing strategies and brands to implementing customer acquisition systems, analytics, and sales funnel optimization. He has worked with companies around the world, helping businesses grow, digitalize, and increase efficiency while integrating principles of sustainable development.
Anton has also served as a mentor and consultant to dozens of startup teams, contributing to pitch deck preparation and fundraising efforts. With his involvement, more than €2.5 million in project funding has been brought into the region, and the total economic impact of these initiatives has exceeded €15 million.
In addition, Anton has teaching experience at the University of Tartu and in schools, and has worked closely with youth and entrepreneurial communities. In 2023, his contribution to business development was recognized by the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications.
In his work, Anton focuses on connecting strategy, creativity, and practical execution—turning ideas and projects into clear, effective, and scalable solutions.
Marketing Strategist and Service Designer,
Member of the Management Board of IVLK
Anton is a marketing strategist and service designer with more than 15 years of experience in business development, communications, and sustainable services. He is a member of the management board of Ida-Viru Loomemajanduskeskus, where he is responsible for project development and for working with the region’s entrepreneurial and creative ecosystem.
In his professional practice, Anton focuses on service design and organizational transformation—from developing marketing strategies and brands to implementing customer acquisition systems, analytics, and sales funnel optimization. He has worked with companies around the world, helping businesses grow, digitalize, and increase efficiency while integrating principles of sustainable development.
Anton has also served as a mentor and consultant to dozens of startup teams, contributing to pitch deck preparation and fundraising efforts. With his involvement, more than €2.5 million in project funding has been brought into the region, and the total economic impact of these initiatives has exceeded €15 million.
In addition, Anton has teaching experience at the University of Tartu and in schools, and has worked closely with youth and entrepreneurial communities. In 2023, his contribution to business development was recognized by the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications.
In his work, Anton focuses on connecting strategy, creativity, and practical execution—turning ideas and projects into clear, effective, and scalable solutions.
What we have done
- 6,5 MEURIn total, we raised funds from foundations and sponsors.
- 750+Events were held ranging from small Tea Evenings gatherings to Fairs for 2,000 people.
- 12 000Unique individuals participated in the offline and online events we organised.
- 32 MEURImpact of IVLK activities calculated using the VTA methodology
Thank you to everyone who’s thanking us!
In 2023, the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications awarded Yana and Anton the “Parim ettevõtluse edendaja 2023” (Best Promoter of Entrepreneurship 2023) award.
What we do
We write projects
We are constantly working to attract funding for projects that benefit Ida-Viru County.
We organise events
We organise events in Ida-Viru County ranging from business breakfasts and hackathons to conferences and fairs.
We provide consulting services
We help you better understand Ida-Viru County and communicate with the region's residents and organisations.
Our partners
Who we have worked with or received funding from
Our projects
Over these 10 years, we have implemented a tremendous number of projects.
Below, we have tried to highlight the most notable ones. Perhaps you will remember something else as well?
Below, we have tried to highlight the most notable ones. Perhaps you will remember something else as well?
- ShootShorts - film accelerator.
- Spinner - a youth project.
- Technolik - a television program.
- OBJEKT - creative hub in Narva.
- OBJEKTiCON - a Comic Con in Narva.
- Loomehack - creative hackathons.
- TEDxNarva - a globally renowned conference.
- Station Narva Business Days.
- Business BBQ.
- Teeõhtu.
- META - a career development project.
About the Spinner program
Spinner is one of IVLK’s largest projects with a strong social impact. It is a practical educational program for young people aged 16–30 that helps them take their first conscious steps toward a career and entrepreneurship. Over four months, participants take part in a hackathon, expert-led training, teamwork on real ideas, and receive continuous mentor support. The best participants go on a two-week internship with startups and companies in Tallinn. Spinner combines learning, practice, and hands-on experience, helping participants better understand their strengths and professional opportunities.
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Here are a few more photos showing how it all began.
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