Celebrating Our Graduates

The 2025 Arts Business Academy (ABA) wrapped up on September 24th, marking the successful completion of another inspiring six-week, in-person professional development program for emerging artists, musicians, and writers. ABA is designed to help creatives turn their passions into sustainable, thriving careers, providing practical skills, guidance, and mentorship from local arts professionals and business leaders.

This year’s participants showed incredible dedication, attending weekly sessions on Wednesday evenings and engaging deeply with topics such as:

• Business Plans & Planning
• Legal: Business Structure
• Marketing Your Business on Social Media
• Grants, Awards & Calls to Artists
• Generative AI in Art
• Cash Flow Projections

In addition, participants gained access to exclusive online courses, including Brand Identity, Effective Presentations, and Communication Skills, giving them additional tools to grow their creative practice.

We’re proud of each graduate for investing in themselves and their careers. Their hard work, creativity, and commitment to learning will strengthen and inspire St. Petersburg’s vibrant arts community for years to come.

Thank You to Our Sponsors!