Creating a Business Plan: A Hands-On Session for Artists, Makers and Creative Entrepreneurs

Tuesday, May 6th, 6pm – 8pm

Wednesday May 7th, 10am-11am – with one on one time to follow

Free

Hosted by:

Coastal Enterprises, Inc. (CEI) is a Community Development Financial Institution that works to build a more equitable economy by growing good jobs, livelihoods and small business ownership, while advancing a just transition to a climate-resilient future.

Business planning can feel at odds with your passion and desire for creating works of art. But it doesn’t have to! In fact, it can support and sustain your passion.

Whether you are just getting started or are an experienced maker, this workshop is for you.

Topics will include:

- Aligning passion with purpose
- Understanding your customer and market
- Big-picture financials

You’ll work with a one-page business plan template specifically designed for artists and makers, and we’ll introduce additional resources available to help you.

On May 7th, From 10am -11am, you will have the opportunity to learn about the no-cost, confidential resources available to help you start and/or grow your business and schedule a one on one consultation with business advisor Ruth Feldman to hear about how you can access CEI’s resources and the Women’s Business Center (WBC).

Focus of the presentation will be:

How to best take advantage of opportunities and resources for your small business in Maine
Relevant for businesses in all stages:
Pre-launch
Start-up
Growth mode

Attend one or both info sessions to learn more about CEI.

Community Program Registration

Monson Arts is committed to providing creative experiences for our local community. These programs vary in materials, methods and experience required. Offerings will be one or two day programs. Accommodations are not provided for these programs.

Enrollment in each program is handled on a first-come, first-served basis and will be available until the program is full. If a workshop is full, you can contact our office to be placed on the waitlist free of charge. If space becomes available, we will let you know.

Fees

The cost of participating in community programs will vary depending on materials provided. Some programs may request that you bring certain inspiration or specific items to the program. Fees will offset provided materials. Payment in full is due at the time of registration.

Cancellation Policy

If you are unable to attend your selected program for any reason, please contact the office for a refund. If you wake up feeling ill, please stay home, we will make a full refund of your program payment.