The Business for Craft Course has been POSTPONED until further notice.
The objective:
PEI craftspeople require the tools,skills and knowledge to start, operate and grow a craft business successfully. This course will equip self-employed cultural entrepreneurs with this skill set. The course will help you succeed and earn a living from crafts.
Dates 10 consecutive Wednesday evenings 6:30-9:30pm Starting April 1.
Location: The Centre for Craft 98 Water Street Charlottetown PEI
Topics we will discuss:
Who is a Craftsperson, Do you have what it takes?
Craft Studio Business Structures
Fine Craft Venus & Markets
Business Plans
Finding your Market
Pricing your work & Competition
Branding and merchandising
Networking
Self Employment and Finances 101
You & the Law
Using Social Media
Panel with Guest speakers
A detailed course syllabus will be produced once guest speaker dates are lined up.
Dates: April 1 - June 3, 2020
When: Wednesday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30pm
Where: PEICC, 98 Water Street, 2nd Floor Studio
Number of classes: 10
Class hours: 30
COST:
PEICC Member - 200$ +HST
Non member - 250$ + HST
Single Class - 30$ + HST
Graduate of 2019 BofC - Free to attend any sessions