Across worlds - guest Natalie Chan

Across worlds - guest Natalie ChanJenn wilson"If everybody receives a little more care, maybe we’ll all have energy left to fight the bigger battles." — Natalie ChanJenn Wilson is joined by guest Natalie ChanNatalie Chan is an arts producer and cultural leader passionate about care-led, human-centered practices that make the arts more equitable and accessible.Episode OverviewIn this episode of Irregular Humans, Jenn Wilson talks with Natalie Chan about navigating a non-linear career in the arts, breaking down bureaucratic barriers, and creating care-led cultures. Natalie shares her journey from redundancy to impactful roles in local government and commercial theatre, her strategies for equitable funding, and her vision for a more human-centered arts ecosystem.Join Our Mailing List HERESubscribe for bonus content HEREConnect with Natalie ChanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalienataliechan/Instagram: Natalie Chan💃 (@natnatnataliechan)About Natalie Chan:Natalie is an award-winning arts manager and fundraiser. Currently, she works as Arts and Culture Project Commissioner for Luton Borough Council and as Production Coordinator for Jonathan Church Theatre Productions with a focus on productions touring to Asia.She was part of the Bradford Producing Hub’s Empowered Programme with Jenn when she temporarily moved up North for a maternity cover role at Derby Theatre (which is not actually that close, but as tenacious artist and producers do - we make the most of opportunities).Episode TakeawaySmall changes matter. Whether it’s removing barriers for artists or paying freelancers on time, care-led practices create ripple effects that transform systems and empower people.Further Resources: links to offers from Irregular that are relevant to the episodeIrregular EverythingThe Irregular MembershipMap My Month MethodMore about this episode:Natalie’s Irregular Path: From Hong Kong to the UK and a squiggly career in the arts.Turning Challenges into Opportunities: How redundancy led to two impactful roles.Breaking Bureaucracy: Practical steps to make arts funding more accessible.Networking with Care: Tips for building connections when you feel vulnerable.Commercial vs. Local Authority Work: Insights from two very different worlds.Creating a Culture of Care: Why human-centered practices matter in the arts.Big Picture Thinking: How small acts of care fuel energy for global change.Want to hear more?Subscribe now for After Hours Bonus Content- click hereOr join The Irregular Membership and get Jenn’s support to start your own personal rebellion.Season 2 Episode 13