June Mini Artisan Accelerator Day

Ready to get unstuck and scale your creative business?

Take a pause and join us for a powerful, one-day program designed to help you think outside the box, expand your creative network, and master new concepts for your business strategy.

Whether you need to refine your physical product or build a sturdier roadmap for growth, this mini accelerator gives you the tools, mentorship, and community to make it happen.

Program Perks & Funding Opportunities

This program is proudly funded by the City of Philadelphia’s Department of Commerce to support local businesses in the creative industry.

Upon successful completion of the one-day program, selected applicants are eligible to receive:

• 🎁 A 3-Month NextFab Membership Scholarship

• 💰 A $300 Credit Package to use toward NextFab’s makerspace, equipment, and resources.

Priority is given to businesses owned by members of historically disadvantaged communities. Income verification (BTAP) will be required upon acceptance.

The Agenda:

• 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Product Design & Prototyping Learn to think critically about your design decisions, troubleshoot production bottlenecks, and refine your current product line.
• 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Live Shop Demos See concepts come to life! Watch a live production walkthrough and see how NextFab’s advanced machinery can speed up your workflow.
• 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch Break Refuel, relax, and connect with your fellow cohort members.
• 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Business Foundations & Goal Setting Build a solid, sustainable business model and set strategic, actionable goals to scale your brand.
• 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Round Table & Wrap-Up Conclude the day with an open group discussion. Share insights, troubleshoot challenges, and walk away with a crystal-clear plan for your business growth.

Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: NextFab (1800 N. American St, Philadelphia, PA)
Application Deadline: Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Apply for the Mini Artisan Accelerator

Applications close promptly on May 31st. Please fill out the form below to be considered for the June 17th cohort.