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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. Selected applicants are eligible to receive a 3-month scholarship and a $300 credit package to NextFab’s makerspace upon completion of the program.

Next program date is Wednesday, June 17th, 9 am – 4 pm. Application deadline: May 31st at 11:59 pm.

The Agenda:

  • 9 AM – 11 AM | Product Design & Prototyping: Learn to think critically about your design decisions and refine your current products.
  • 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, if available.
  • Provide a link to your 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.
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    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.
  • Please refer to the Income Verification Form below to determine your household's income category. You will be required to provide this documentation if selected. Please click here to view the BTAP Income Verification Form to determine your income level.
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