NAPD - Native 360

First Peoples Fund's Native Artist Professional Development (NAPD) trainings give artists real-world tools and detailed resources to navigate the arts industry and become successful entrepreneurs. This two-day training is intended for emerging and seasoned artists alike.

During the training, we will work with you to help you grow your arts business. You will have an opportunity to participate in the following activities:

• Express your personal vision and values that will ultimately become the principal foundation of your business.
• Determine your art marketing, business and financial management abilities using a series of self-assessment tools.
• Budget and establish a successful pricing structure.
• Identify how to market your business using a variety of approaches and tools.
• Create your mission statement and a brief pitch about your artwork.

This program is being offered for free and in person on October 18 and 19, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with a one-hour lunch break (lunch provided).

Location:
Turbine Flats
2124 Y Street
Lincoln, NE 68503

This training is in collaboration with Native360 Loan Fund Inc.

QUESTIONS?
For more information, contact Rachel Heberling, First Peoples Fund NAPD Program Manager, at rachel.heberling@firstpeoplesfund.org

or John Rood, Founder and CEO of Nebraska Digital, at jrood@nebraskadigital.com.

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