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Mini Artisan Accelerator

Mini Artisan Accelerator

Mini Artisan Accelerator

Take a pause and join us for a day designed to help you get unstuck. This one-day program is a chance to think outside the box, expand your creative community, and learn new concepts for your business strategy. Complete the program, and you’ll be eligible to apply for a 3-month scholarship and a $300 credit package to NextFab’s makerspace.

The Agenda:

  • 9 AM – 11 AM | Product Design & Prototyping with Mason Holden: Learn to think critically about your design decisions and refine your current products from Mason Holden of Friday.
  • 11 AM – 12 PM | Shop Demos: See concepts come to life! Watch a live production walkthrough in the NextFab shops.
  • 12 PM – 1 PM | Lunch Break: Refuel and connect with your cohort.
  • 1 PM – 3 PM | Business Foundations & Goal Setting: Build a solid business model and set strategic goals to scale your brand.
  • 3 PM – 4 PM | Round Table: Wrap up the day with a group discussion and leave with a clear plan for your growth.

Mini Artisan Accelerator Application

Please fill out your information below.

  • Contact Information

  • Provide a link to your website or social media portfolio, if available.

  • Business & Program Questions

    Add in details about your business, goals, and why you wish to attend this program.
  • Briefly describe your business and its core services.
  • What's most exciting about the program for you?
  • NextFab specializes in production areas related to woodworking, metalworking, jewelry, textiles, 3D printing, large format 2D printing, laser cutting, and CNC fabrication.
  • Each session will be hosted on-site at NextFab (1800 N. American St.) from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.

  • City of Philadelphia Department of Commerce Data Collection

    This program is funded by the Department of Commerce to support local businesses in the creative industry.
  • This program, funded by the City of Philadelphia's Department of Commerce, will elevate applications submitted by businesses owned by members of historically disadvantaged communities. Please select whether you are a member of a historically disadvantaged community.
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