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500 W. 5th Street, Suite 800,
Winston-Salem, NC 27101

336-462-9429

Creating Opportunities in the Creative Economy

The Center for Creative Economy provides programs for inception and early-stage business training to expand the capacity of creatives and artists to emerge as viable entrepreneurs. Our inclusive, customized education and mentorship programs fulfill our mission to Launch, Accelerate, and Grow, a diverse range of creative entrepreneurs and business owners.

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Apply now to be a part of the 2025 Velocity cohort. Applications close at 11:59PM June 17, 2025.

Where Creativity Meets Business

Launch, Accelerate and Grow

The Center for Creative Economy provides programs for inception and early-stage business training to expand the capacity of creatives and artists to emerge as viable entrepreneurs. Our inclusive, customized education and mentorship programs fulfill our mission to Launch, Accelerate, and Grow, a diverse range of creative entrepreneurs and business owners.

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Our Cohort Success

We Help Build the Creative Economy

The Center for Creative Economy provides programming designed to have a meaningful impact on creative businesses and entrepreneurs.

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Companies Launched

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Revenue Earned

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Strengthening The Creative Economy

We Aim to be Inclusive

CCE provides inception-stage business training to help creatives and artists develop viable businesses. Our customized education and mentorship programs fulfill our mission to launch, accelerate, and grow creative businesses.

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Fuel the Future of the Creative Economy

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Our Programs For Creatives

How We Accelerate Growth

Unlock your creative potential with our programs designed for artists, entrepreneurs, and makers. Whether you’re looking to validate your idea, launch your startup, or scale your business, our accelerator programs – Velocity, Kinetic, and Pathways – provide the support, guidance, and resources you need to reach your goals. Join our community of passionate and driven creatives today!

6-week mindset training to spark your passion for entrepreneurship

6-week bootcamp to designed to discover your customer and ignite your idea

10-week business accelerator where creatives find direction with speed

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A Few Words From Our Community

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Creativity Starts With Connection

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