ArtsFlash August 2008

Marketing your Business101

CAR_Leigh — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:15:45 -0500

Learn the 4 cornerstones of marketing: Product/Service, Price, Promotion, and Placement/Distribution.

Space is limited. please reserve your attendance by calling 312.744.5344

To learn more about DBA’s workshops, visit www.cityofchicago.org/businessaffairs

Starting a Not for Profit

CAR_Leigh — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:12:27 -0500

Interested in starting a not-for-profit or creating a charity? Attend this workshop to learn how to create a not-for-profit corporation and obtain federal tax exemption

Space is limited. please reserve your attendance by calling 312.744.5344

To learn more about DBA’s workshops, visit www.cityofchicago.org/businessaffairs

Ask An Attorney Session

Ecenter — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:08:18 -0500

The Arts Entrepreneurship Center of Columbia College Chicago AEMM Department, offers FREE 30 minute, one-on-one informational sessions with an intellectual property attorney for small business owners, to address questions or or obtain general information on intellectual property such as copyrighting, trademark, and patenting. The number of sessions is limited. Please call the Ecenter at 312.369.8620 to register for your session. more...

Express Business Loan Application Workshop

CAR_Leigh — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:56:10 -0500

An ongoing workshop designed for artists and small business owners to apply for SBA guaranteed loans. Workshop fee is $25. Registration is required.

Website Planning

CAR_Leigh — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:47:21 -0500

Gain skills and insight to analyze the impact of your web site. Learn how to connect your site to your mission and communications plan; explore the costs and benefits of content management, online fundraising and other ecommerce, and other opportunities for interaction and impact. Cost: $125, $75 for members For more information, visit www.lumity.org

Email Marketing and Newsletters

CAR_Leigh — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:45:20 -0500

Add electronic newsletters to your communications tool kit. Learn the basics of developing and delivering email-based newsletters and communications to donors and other constituents. Gain formatting skills, review common software solutions, and learn different ways to collect addresses and conform to relevant laws and best practices.

Fee: $40, $25 for members

For more information, visit www.lumity.org more...

One-on-One Clinic Time at Donors Forum

CAR_Leigh — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:35:05 -0500

Do you need short-term, project specific advice, or to talk in confidence about an organizational challenge? Sign up for Clinic Time, two-hour blocks of time with a professional who can help you.

*After registering, you will be contacted by Marissa Filippo to arrange your specific two-hour block of clinic time. more...

Building Strategic Relationships with Corporations and Foundations

CAR_Leigh — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:33:07 -0500

Would you like to build a comprehensive corporate and foundation relations program? Whether you're a novice or a veteran fundraiser, this workshop can help! Find out what it takes to build closer partnerships with your funders and achieve your fundraising goals. Each workshop features a panel of foundation and corporate leaders who will share their experiences and answer questions.

Topics Include:

Current trends in corporate and foundation funding, including grants and sponsorships
Keys to successful relationships
Techniques in cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship

Cost: $160 per person; $120 Members and Forum Partners

For more information, visit www.donorsforum.org