Are you looking to expand or refresh your knowledge of the business side of craft? As fun as it is to make crafty goods, practical knowledge is needed for your business to succeed. The Baltimore Etsy Street Team (BEST) will be hosting its first business meet-up at the Creative Alliance on Sunday, January 25th. The meet-up will feature round-table discussions led by:

• Cynthia Blake Sanders, MD Lawyers for the Arts;
• Rebecca Cason, former director of the Buyer’s Market of American Craft;
• Jen Menkhaus, working crafter and one of the founders of the Baltimore Etsy Street Team;
• Nita Gale, web designer;
• Ariella Levin of Baltimore’s Best Bookkeeper; and
• Thomas Wynn, professional photographer.

Practical discussions will include legal and accounting basics; marketing, wholesale and pricing; and looking your best– on the web and in promo photos. Lunch will be provided, a great time to get connected with other local artists and crafters to make new friends, show off your work, and share ideas.

Details:
Sunday, January 25
10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
At the Creative Alliance on Eastern Avenue

Advance registration $25 [$20 Creative Alliance & BEST members]
Walk-in price $30 [$25 Creative Alliance & BEST members.]
Lunch is included.

Register online through the Creative Alliance.