Starting up an arts business venture? Already launched? Looking to implement a turnaround? Whatever the Lifestage of your arts business this series provides tools and resources to build your business models. Begin with foundational statements of Vision, Values and Mission to proactively inform your business design. Then use the Business Model Canvas tool to build and iterate.

You will learn how to customize a strategic planning approach that meets the needs of your organization. This is your opportunity to Do it Yourself without having to pay a consultant.

Amy creates a safe and supportive cohort learning environment in which she shares tools, frameworks and resources to help you gain insights into arts business modelling. Plus, the group setting offers you the benefit of working and learning alongside a cohort of peers. Amy creates a safe, confidential and supportive environment where you can thrive.

Online Sessions:

This online series includes 4-online sessions, 1-hour each meeting:

Wednesdays April 16, April 23, April 30, and May 7, 2025 from 12-1pm PT (3-4pm ET).

Meets via Zoom.

Content is presented in an interactive format.

Two 10-minute breaks included in each session.

Sessions will be recorded and accessible only to participants.

For confidentiality, breakout sessions will not be recorded.

Content Covers:

Articulating the business Vision + Values = Mission Statements
Discovering the purpose and impact of the Business Model Canvas tool
Assessing existing business models and building new ones

Defining agility innovation in arts business modelling
Identifying individuals and groups who can benefit from your arts offerings
Creating Empathy Maps
Designing Value Propositions
Attracting, engaging and retaining individuals, groups and communities

Applying Design Thinking tools
Utilizing active listening techniques

Recommended Participants:

Arts entrepreneurs who are starting an arts venture or working collaboratively to bring clarity to their existing arts business.

Do you work best in collaboration? Bring a colleague for half price and work as thinking partners in this highly reflective process.

Fee Notes:

Artsightful pays your Eventbrite fees.

Optional direct coaching with Amy will also be available for an additional fee.

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Arts Entrepreneurs: Build Your Agile Business Model ~ Cohort Series