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Support, Inspire, and Encourage Creatives
Together we can help artists start off on the right foot!
Tyler Bradley (pictured on the left) states, "Participating in the SEA Pitch competition was truly an amazing experience and opportunity. The amount of support I received from the SEA judges and staff was inspiring and the conference provided me with ideas and connections that I have applied to my entrepreneurial endeavors."
Tyler exemplifies the type of creative that SEA is seeking to support, inspire, and encourage to develop a career out of their art.
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As we reimagine our programming for the 2020-21 academic year, we are excited at what we have lined-up. However, we need your support to help make it all happen. From virtual summits (think mini SEA Conference) to taking SEA programming into the classroom to weekly mentoring opportunities through our virtual coffee hours, our goal is to continue to connect the heart and soul of SEA (our presenters and their passion and expertise) with emerging creatives so that more artists can succeed at what they love to do.
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Donations are made through PayPal to North Central College. SEA is a program housed at the college. North Central College is a 501c3 nonprofit educational institution. 100% of the donations through this link will be allocated specifically to the SEA Program.
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Gain Access to the Next Generation of Creative Business Owners and Leaders!
75% of arts alumni report being self-employed at some point in their career according to the Strategic National Arts Alumni Project (SNAAP). That is a huge number! This is your opportunity to connect and engage with these future self-employed artists.
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Sponsorship Opportunities Include:
Sponsorship programs are being reimagined to align with our 2020-21 virtual programming initiatives. Below are just some of the opportunities available:
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Virtual Coffee Hours Sponsorship
Interview Series Sponsorship
Track Specific Mastermind Mentoring Group Sponsorship
SEA into the Classroom Sponsorship
Top Tips Video Series Sponsorship
SEA Virtual Summit Sponsorships
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Joins these other great sponsors:
Sponsors over the last several years have included:
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The Coleman Foundation
The John E. and Jeanne T. Hughes Foundation
The Illinois Arts Council
North Central College
Illinois State University
Millikin University
Beloit College
Ace Metal Refinishers, Inc.
Columbia College Chicago
Guident Business Solutions
Blick Art Materials
DePaul University
Band for Today
Blooming Color