English Folk Expo (EFEx) is a charity and Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation which champions the English folk, roots and acoustic music industry in the UK and internationally through showcasing, audience development, artist mentoring, industry training, international collaborations and sector advocacy. Key programme areas include: Manchester Folk Festival Rochdale Folk Festival EFEx Showcase Official Folk Albums Chart Artist Mentoring Programme Virtual Showcasing Folk Talk Academy Industry training (including Promoter Programme) EFEx Digital subscription platform Year round promoted gigs Global Music Match leading partner Association of UK Music Exporters Steering Group member Commissioning (including Rising Up! Peterloo 2019) Consultancy and presentations ...and more!