Ed Bartlett

<p>Ed completed a BTEC ND in Printing &amp; Graphic Design in 1995 and went on to become a key figure in the global video game industry in a 15-year career spanning game design, production, business development and, most notably, pioneering the concept of in-game advertising.<br /> After raising over $50m in venture capital funding for his award-winning business, Ed decided to return to his creative roots in 2010, founding The Future Tense to support the careers of emerging visual artists.</p> <p>The Future Tense now works with both established and emerging artists, curating compelling exhibitions across the world. Notable projects include MTV RE:DEFINE, a major charity exhibition and auction held annually in Dallas, which raises millions of dollars to help fight HIV and AIDS.<br /> www.thefuturetense.com <br /></p>