artist 2-entrepreneur launch event slideshow
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An entrepreneurship program for local artists
entrepreneurARTIST-2-
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Selling your artistic geniusThis all-ages program is designed for artists by creatives to accelerate their artistic genius and manifest it into a compelling story, brand & platform(s) that sells.
A Collaboration between:
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Artists do things differently. This program respects the journey of the artist, and helps them make smart business decisions and sell more
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What we know.Research shows that “effectual logic” is used by many expert entrepreneurs and successful artists
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Why now?Nanaimo Bar PopUP Shop = 1) market & product testing2) sales platform experience3) expand connections!
Artist-2-entrepreneur = 1) structure2) building blocks3) support...to thrive!
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Meet Laura. Laura incorporates stunning botanicals - many straight from her Vancouver Island garden, in her range of luxurious bath products.
She is a member of the Nanaimo Bar PopUP shop, and is set to unleash her artistic genius and thrive!
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Meet Fiona.Her local artistic claim to fame is upcycling three Boeing 737s worth of plane-seat leather into Aviator Dopp Kits.
She generated over $5,000 in her Etsy store in three months under her MODO marketplace brand.
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Arts & Culture ...is one of the fastest growing employment sectors, ranking 4th of 17 Vancouver Island economic sectors;
...workforce is distinctive having significant employment in both 55+ and >25 age groups; ...workforce is well educated, ranking 3rd of 17 sectors in degree holding; and self-employment is common;
...incomes rank solidly in bottom half of all sectors.
FACTBy increasing incomes for people self-employed in the Art & Culture sector, we will achieve:- Economic impact- Local brand acceleration- Local & visitor experiences
Source: www.viea.ca, Regional Economic Analysis
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From artist to entrepreneur12+ hours.4 weeks.4 Group Workshops.1-1 Sessions with influential stakeholders.
Artist Investment Commit to investing in yourself. Show up! Be open, deserve support, allow success. Tell your story, and allow others to share it.
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What we need from business
COMMISSIONS.Support an artist to take the program and they will create you a custom commission after completing the program.
SPONSORS.For Youth Participants
ACCESS TO CAPITAL.Finance partners sought for 1) micro-loans and 2) social financing platform.
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What we need from artists
Invest in progressing from artist to entrepreneur
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What people are sayingSmall business is big business. Let’s accelerate local artists! Angie Barnard, Small Business Round Table
I want to create my future as an artist. I’m in.Laura Smith. Port Alberni
This is an impactful way for community to support Artists.AJ Hustins, Nanaimo
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Let’s get going!Next Program Dates: 25 March - 17 April 2016 (day/times TBC)
Our research and experience shows that the magic number of ten (10) Artist-2-Entrepeneurs achieves the most productive outcomes.
Step #1 - Apply in person or online (5 spots left for March)
Step #2 - Once approved to participate, register on Glue’s website: www.gluehq.com/products/artist-2-entrepreneur