IXKC: Artists as Innovators and Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurship takes many forms, and artists and creators are no exception. We call it #artrepreneurship.

This month’s Startland News Innovation Exchange — in partnership with ArtsKC, presented by The Brain Family, and hosted by 28 Event Space — will recognize the hustle of the creative community in Kansas City. In a panel discussion with artistic innovators and a fireside chat with one of Kansas City’s most prolific and wide-ranging multidisciplinary creatives, Startland News and ArtsKC will explore the commerce in art and how artists are innovating their methods and brands to turn their work into profitable, impactful enterprises.

Panelists & Speakers
Chentelle Shannon – Ceramicist (Convivial)
Cheryl Eve Acosta – Jewelry Designer (Cheryl Eve Acosta Sculptural Jewelry)
Royce Handy, They Call Me Sauce – Rapper and Hip-Hop Artist (SauceRemix.com)

Fireside Chat
Moriah Hillson – Program Manager, Audience Development (ArtsKC)
Vi Tran – Actor, Playwright, Musician and Owner of The Buffalo Room

Musical Guest
Royce Handy, They Call Me Sauce

Event Agenda

Doors open at 5:30 PM with drinks, snacks, music & networking
Main program from 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Networking continues until 7:30 PM

Free Tickets

We’re committed to ensuring there are zero barriers to members of Kansas City’s startup community attending this event. If the $5 ticket price is too costly for you, please email info@kcstartupfoundation.org and let us know so we can work with your budget.

A huge thank you to The Brain Family, ArtsKC and 28 Event Space for their support of this program!