ProsperUs Detroit: Creative Futures Lab

A Business Growth Program for Detroit’s Creative Entrepreneurs

Creative Futures is a 10-session business development program designed to help Detroit’s creative entrepreneurs build the business knowledge, systems, and confidence needed to grow and sustain their creative businesses.

Whether you’re a designer, visual artist, writer, musician, performer, filmmaker, photographer, or creative maker, this program is designed to help you turn your creative work into a stronger, more sustainable business.

What You’ll Learn

Through hands-on sessions, expert instruction, and opportunities to connect with other creative entrepreneurs, participants will explore:

Pitching & Business Storytelling
Legal & Business Essentials
Pricing & Financials
Contracts & Proposals
Marketing & Sales
Market Research
Business Planning & Growth
Industry Expert Insights

Who Should Apply?

Creative Futures is designed for Detroit-based creative entrepreneurs who have been operating for at least one year and generate $25,000 or more in annual business revenue through their creative products, services, or artistic practice. The program is for entrepreneurs who are ready to strengthen their business practices, address current challenges, and put new tools and strategies into action to support sustainable growth.

Come with your creativity. Leave with a stronger business.

Applications are limited. Apply today.

Presented by ProsperUs Detroit in partnership with Design Core Detroit

Powered by Gilbert Family Foundation

Learn more about our entrepreneur training program, business services, or lending. If you have more questions, please contact us.

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