Creative incubator program opens

EMERGING and established creatives and their businesses can return to Emporium Creative Hub for an industry tailored incubator program starting next month.

The Creative Industries Business Incubator was delivered primarily online during the toughest COVID-19 restrictions, but Hub manager David Hughes said he is excited to welcome participants to the space for the face-to-face program.

“We had an amazing cohort of creatives in our first program from photographers to street artists, visual artists to marketing professionals, sculptors to film-makers and more,” he said.

“There were many benefits to delivering our session online last year, but nothing beats connecting in person, and that connection with other creatives is a huge part of the program.

“Creative industries have been one of the hardest hit by the global pandemic, so being able to provide support during the recovery period is crucial to not only their success, but also that of the broader community.”

“What’s really important to us is to attract people who are serious about developing and growing their creative enterprise.”

The 14-week program includes workshops and mentoring sessions to be delivered by local firm Sertori Consulting.

Program facilitator Leah Sertori said, “We’re really excited to work with people who are open to learning new ways of thinking and operating to grow their creative enterprise.

“The first time anyone starts a new business it’s both exhilarating and frustrating. There are steps in the process that can be taught, that are easy to learn and implement and proven to speed up development.”

Applications to the program close this Sunday, 27 June and can be made at emporiumcreativehub.com.au.