Clyde & Co is a global law firm with an unusual, and colourful string to their bow. Every year in Sydney, Dubai, and London they exhibit works of emerging talent in the visual arts from leading local arts schools, including Central St Martins in London.
They also share their own expertise with the young artists with many of the staff providing financial and pro bono legal support tor the year that their work is on display.
Every year somebody wins the Clyde & Co Art Award with a prize of £5,000. Clyde’s staff also vote for their favourite works and also organise an auction on behalf of the students, who receive the full value of all the successful bids.
Employees want to live and work in a vibrant community. This is one way to evolve business and to retain current employees and attract future talent. Happy employees make up a happier workplace.
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27 offices plus a further 8 associated offices
2,600 staff worldwide
45-55 artworks chosen each year, including painting
98 artists supported
142 works exhibited to date