Open to artists in all creative fields, the Artist as an Entrepreneur Institute’s  (AEI) lectures, panels and interactive workshops are led by South Florida’s top-ranking arts practitioners and industry professionals. From boosting business practices to strengthening sales, AEI has it covered – freeing you up to focus on your art.

June 22, the seminar’s final Saturday, features a Business Plan Clinic and Workshop to guide attendees through the creation of a simple business plan – a vital tool for both artists and arts-based business owners. Learn how to pitch to and work with lenders for financial support. Conducted by the Florida Small Business Development Center, the clinic invites attendees to submit business plans before June 22 for inclusion in the clinic’s review. Attendees will also have an opportunity to network with AEI alumni.

REGISTRATION
Seating is limited. The $100 registration fee includes light refreshments, free parking and an AEI course book. The course book contains worksheets, presentations, exercises and pre-session readings. Artists residing in any county are invited and welcome to attend.

Tools for artists to launch and grow their careers in today’s marketplace

SATURDAY, JUNE 1 9 AM – 6 PM
 Understanding Your Current State
 Exploring Priorities
 Creating a Business / Action Plan
 Defining the Product or Service
 Pricing and Practice
 Choosing a Business Structure

SATURDAY, JUNE 8 9 AM – 6 PM
 Protecting Your Rights
 Building a Marketing Plan
 Understanding Consumers and Researching Markets
 Building a Communications Strategy
 Civic Engagement

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 9 AM – 6 PM
 Making the Sale
 Distribution Outlets
 Raising Capital and Resources
 Operational Accounting and Finance
 Paying Taxes
 Revisiting the Business / Action Plan
 From the Trenches: Stories of Successful ‘Artrepreneurs’

SATURDAY, JUNE 22 9 AM – 2 PM
 Working Effectively with Lenders
 Developing a Brand
 Business Plan Clinic and Workshop
 Group Conversation, Wrap-up, Evaluation & Next Steps

A must-attend lecture for experimental artists, photographers and enthusiasts.

ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Space is limited. Reservations suggested.