WCCE presents MAKE:GROW:FLOURISH, a comprehensive business training programme that understands the specific needs and challenges faced by Craft Enterprises seeking to expand and thrive within the competitive marketplace. The programme was designed by Caroline Jackman, the founder of Creative Business Growth.
To foster a trusted environment this programme will offer a mix of workshops, group discussions, resources, writing and exercises all designed to help you construct a business plan. This programme provides a unique opportunity for participants to build a peer support network across Europe.
The training programme will be conducted in English. 30 places are available. Trainers will be from across Europe (meet the trainers here>>). In addition to the programme, you will be allocated 2 hours mentoring. This will be based upon your needs highlighted in your application form. Mentoring will take place once the programme has started.
There is no charge to participate in this training programme, however, we have provided the programme dates in advance, as we do expect those selected will be committed to attend and complete all elements of the training, including the creation of a business plan.
Who is the programme for?
- This programme is for those who can speak and understand English.
- This training is for craft enterprises based in Europe who are relatively new in business (between 1 & 4 years).
- You can be an emerging maker, a designer, a social enterprise or someone who is on their second career.
- You can produce products or artworks.
- We are looking for craft based enterprises, fine art painting, printmaking, film or photography is not applicable.
- We expect you would have gained some experience of selling your work.
- You are based in Europe.
What will you gain from this programme?
- A unique opportunity to build a peer support network across Europe.
- Tailored business training for craft enterprises.
- An opportunity to scrutinise your business and build achievable strategies.
- 1-2-1 support.