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We share how entrepreneurs in the arts are aligning their artistry, passion and vision, and are "making art work" for them.  

The podcast features entrepreneurs from all art forms, so each episode has relevant information for anyone interested in participating in some aspect of the arts industry.

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Today we released part one of our first Arts Grant Panel interview. Since artists and arts organizations were left scrambling for support this spring due to the budget cuts at the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities, we decided to launch our first panel discussion with experts who have experience as grant writers, grantors and grantees. Our goal is to shed light on grant funding and provide suggestions entities should consider when writing for grants. 
Joining us are: 
David Holmes, an Educational Programming Manager at Candid, where he helps nonprofits and individuals find funding. He also coordinates national trainings and educational programming for the Midwest region. https://candid.org/
Diane Scott, The Director of Artist Services at the Regional Arts Organization Mid-America Arts Alliance, She is the founding director and principal designer of the Artist INC professional development program. Now in its 16th year, Artist INC programs have been offered in eight states and completed by more than 2,500 artists. https://artistinc.art/about/artist-services-team/ and https://www.dianerscott.com/about
Drew Tucker is a vibraphonist, educator, and national arts leader redefining what it means to be an artist and advocate today. As Director of the Jazz Road program at South Arts, he oversees millions in national grant funding to support jazz artists across the country. https://www.southarts.org/about/staff-and-board-directors and  https://www.itsnotaxylophone.com/
If you want to apply for an arts grant, make sure you listen to this interview! 
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​Arts Entrepreneurship Podcast: Making Art Work is once again a sponsor for Art Without Limits, a free day-long event held each year on the Kent campus of Kent State University. If you’re interested in learning from other arts entrepreneurs, and developing an entrepreneurial mindset in the arts, join us on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 from 9am to 5pm. 

The presenters and topics are on the jpg to the left, and you can learn more about the speakers here.   As in past events, there will be displays from student creatives and professionals from many arts genres. If you’re interested in seeing previous presentations, you can find them here.  Keep listening to our podcast and visit artsentrepreneurshippodcast.com for event updates and specifics. 

This year the event will not be live streamed, so consider making the trip to northeast Ohio to hear this amazing group of speakers!

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