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Welcome to the Arts Entrepreneurship Podcast. We highlight how entrepreneurs align their artistry, passion and vision to create and pursue opportunities to capture value in the Arts.

Nick Petrella and Andy Heise


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    #329: Lynette Shy (Arts Marketing; Founder of Confluence Arts Solutions) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 23:01 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Lynette Shy. She's an arts marketer and the founder of Confluence Arts Solutions, a company that helps small to mid-sized arts organizations increase revenue and improve organizational effectiveness.Prior to founding CAS, she served as the Marketing Director at BalletMet where she helped earn four Emmy Awards, secure 20 times more media coverage and boost revenue for The Nutcracker by 54% in just 4 years.  Plan to join us to hear Lynette's tips for growing your arts brand! https://confluence-arts.com/

    #328: David Holmes, Diane Scott, and Drew Tucker (Grants Panel Discussion) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 36:08 Transcription Available


    Today we release part two of our first Arts Grant Panel interview. Since artists and arts organizations were left scrambling for support this spring due to the budget cuts at the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities, we decided to launch our first panel discussion with experts who have experience as grant writers, grantors and grantees. Our goal is to shed light on grant funding and provide suggestions entities should consider when writing for grants. Joining us are: David Holmes, an Educational Programming Manager at Candid, where he helps nonprofits and individuals find funding. He also coordinates national trainings and educational programming for the Midwest region. https://candid.org/Diane Scott, The Director of Artist Services at the Regional Arts Organization Mid-America Arts Alliance, She is the founding director and principal designer of the Artist INC professional development program. Now in its 16th year, Artist INC programs have been offered in eight states and completed by more than 2,500 artists. https://artistinc.art/about/artist-services-team/ and https://www.dianerscott.com/aboutDrew Tucker is a vibraphonist, educator, and national arts leader redefining what it means to be an artist and advocate today. As Director of the Jazz Road program at South Arts, he oversees millions in national grant funding to support jazz artists across the country. https://www.southarts.org/about/staff-and-board-directors and  https://www.itsnotaxylophone.com/​If you want to apply for an arts grant, make sure you listen to this interview! 

    #327: David Holmes, Diane Scott, and Drew Tucker (Grants Panel Discussion) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 34:11 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our first Arts Grant Panel interview. Since artists and arts organizations were left scrambling for support this spring due to the budget cuts at the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities, we decided to launch our first panel discussion with experts who have experience as grant writers, grantors and grantees. Our goal is to shed light on grant funding and provide suggestions entities should consider when writing for grants. Joining us are: David Holmes, an Educational Programming Manager at Candid, where he helps nonprofits and individuals find funding. He also coordinates national trainings and educational programming for the Midwest region. https://candid.org/Diane Scott, The Director of Artist Services at the Regional Arts Organization Mid-America Arts Alliance, She is the founding director and principal designer of the Artist INC professional development program. Now in its 16th year, Artist INC programs have been offered in eight states and completed by more than 2,500 artists. https://artistinc.art/about/artist-services-team/ and https://www.dianerscott.com/aboutDrew Tucker is a vibraphonist, educator, and national arts leader redefining what it means to be an artist and advocate today. As Director of the Jazz Road program at South Arts, he oversees millions in national grant funding to support jazz artists across the country. https://www.southarts.org/about/staff-and-board-directors and  https://www.itsnotaxylophone.com/​If you want to apply for an arts grant, make sure you listen to this interview! 

    #326: David Holmes (Educational Programming Manager at Candid) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 32:47 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with David Holmes. He's an Educational Programming Manager at Candid, where he helps nonprofits and individuals find funding. He also coordinates national trainings and educational programming for the Midwest region.​David returned to Candid in 2015 from a position as Senior Consultant at Grants Plus, writing grants and doing research for a variety of large and small nonprofit clients. In his initial nine-year tenure with Foundation Center, Dave served in various roles including Regional Training Specialist, Interim Director of Foundation Center – Cleveland, and the Director of Capacity and Leadership Development.If you've ever wanted to write a grant, learn where you can find information about grants, or learn more about the grant writing process, you won't want to miss our interview with David!  https://candid.org/

    #325: David Holmes (Educational Programming Manager at Candid) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 32:03 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with David Holmes. He's an Educational Programming Manager at Candid, where he helps nonprofits and individuals find funding. He also coordinates national trainings and educational programming for the Midwest region.​David returned to Candid in 2015 from a position as Senior Consultant at Grants Plus, writing grants and doing research for a variety of large and small nonprofit clients. In his initial nine-year tenure with Foundation Center, Dave served in various roles including Regional Training Specialist, Interim Director of Foundation Center – Cleveland, and the Director of Capacity and Leadership Development.If you've ever wanted to write a grant, learn where you can find information about grants, or learn more about the grant writing process, you won't want to miss our interview with David!  https://candid.org

    #324: Craig & Ally Black (Visual Artist) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 32:52 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Craig and Ally Black, the Founder and Managing Director respectively for Scottish visual artist Craig Black. Craig is renowned for his innovative “Acrylic Fusion” technique— a hand-poured paint process that creates mesmerizing art. ​His art has been exhibited in London, Sydney and Dubai, and his style and versatility has led to collaborations with global brands including FIFA, Porsche, Red Bull, Jaguar, the NBA and the NFL. Make sure you check out Craig's website to see his stunning artwork! https://craig.black/

    #323: Craig & Ally Black (Visual Artist) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 38:51 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Craig and Ally Black, the Founder and Managing Director respectively for Scottish visual artist Craig Black. Craig is renowned for his innovative “Acrylic Fusion” technique— a hand-poured paint process that creates mesmerizing art. His art has been exhibited in London, Sydney and Dubai, and his style and versatility has led to collaborations with global brands including FIFA, Porsche, Red Bull, Jaguar, the NBA and the NFL. Make sure you check out Craig's website to see his stunning artwork! https://craig.black/

    #322: Ragamala Dance Company (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 31:59 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two  of our interview with Ranee Ramaswamy, the Founding Artistic Director of the Ragamala Dance Company, along with her daughters Aparna and Ashwini. Aparna is the Executive Artistic Director, Choreographer and Principal Dancer in the company; and Ashwini is a Choreographic Associate, Dancer, and Communications Director.  ​The Ragamala Company tours extensively worldwide and has appeared at venues including the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, and Jacob's Pillow.  Individually, they have won numerous awards including Guggenheim Fellowships, US Artist Fellowships and over a dozen McKnight Fellowships.  This brief bio just scratches the surface of their accolades, so make sure you visit their website to see their impressive list of accomplishments and media! https://www.ragamaladance.org/

    #321: Ragamala Dance Company (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 34:48 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Ranee Ramaswamy, the Founding Artistic Director of the Ragamala Dance Company, along with her daughters Aparna and Ashwini. Aparna is the Executive Artistic Director, Choreographer and Principal Dancer in the company; and Ashwini is a Choreographic Associate, Dancer, and Communications Director.  The Ragamala Company tours extensively worldwide and has appeared at venues including the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, and Jacob's Pillow.  Individually, they have won numerous awards including Guggenheim Fellowships, US Artist Fellowships and over a dozen McKnight Fellowships.  This brief bio just scratches the surface of their accolades, so make sure you visit their website to see their impressive list of accomplishments and media!  https://www.ragamaladance.org/

    #320: Zoro (Drummer and Percussionist) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 41:41 Transcription Available


    Today we released part two of our interview with Zoro. Known by musicians around the world as the “Minister of Groove,” he's one of the world's most respected and award-winning drummers. For more than thirty years,  Zoro has been consistently voted the #1 R&B drummer and clinician by music industry publications such as Modern Drummer, Drum! Magazine, and Rhythm Magazine.He's toured and recorded with celebrated musicians, including Lenny Kravitz, Bobby Brown, Frankie Valli, New Edition, and Jody Watley. In addition to performing, he's a teacher, author, and an inspirational speaker who's worked with organizations such as Compassion International, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, and the Head Start Organization.You won't want to miss this uplifting story of a teen on the edge of homelessness who overcame adversity to become a performing artist who uses his experiences to help others reach their goals!  https://zorothedrummer.com/ and https://www.zoroministries.org/about-zoro/ 

    #319: Zoro (Drummer and Percussionist) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 48:34 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with Zoro. Known by musicians around the world as the “Minister of Groove,” he's one of the world's most respected and award-winning drummers. For more than thirty years,  Zoro has been consistently voted the #1 R&B drummer and clinician by music industry publications such as Modern Drummer, Drum! Magazine, and Rhythm Magazine.He's toured and recorded with celebrated musicians, including Lenny Kravitz, Bobby Brown, Frankie Valli, New Edition, and Jody Watley. In addition to performing, he's a teacher, author, and an inspirational speaker who's worked with organizations such as Compassion International, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, and the Head Start Organization.You won't want to miss this uplifting story of a teen on the edge of homelessness who overcame adversity to become a performing artist who uses his experiences to help others reach their goals!  https://zorothedrummer.com/ and https://www.zoroministries.org/about-zoro/ 

    #318: Jeremy Rubenstein (Founder of Box Out Productions) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 29:35 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Jeremy Rubenstein. He's a distinguished educator, playwright and social entrepreneur, best known for his innovative approach to bullying prevention through interactive theater.  He founded Box Out Productions, LLC in 2008 to blend his love for theater with bullying prevention techniques. Each year his company reaches over 100,000 students, parents and faculty and has been widely covered in the national media for its distinctive approach in helping communities become proactive with bullying prevention.Please tune in to hear how Jeremy built his business from the ground up, and how he uses entertainment to engage with students on a very important subject.  https://www.boxoutbullying.com/

    #317: Jeremy Rubenstein (Founder of Box Out Productions) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 32:05 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with Jeremy Rubenstein. He's a distinguished educator, playwright and social entrepreneur, best known for his innovative approach to bullying prevention through interactive theater.  He founded Box Out Productions, LLC in 2008 to blend his love for theater with bullying prevention techniques. Each year his company reaches over 100,000 students, parents and faculty and has been widely covered in the national media for its distinctive approach in helping communities become proactive with bullying prevention.Please tune in to hear how Jeremy built his business from the ground up, and how he uses entertainment to engage with students on a very important subject.  https://www.boxoutbullying.com/

    #316: Red Hot Annie (Burlesque Performer) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 24:38 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Red Hot Annie. For nearly twenty years she's been a Chicago-based burlesque performer and creative entrepreneur who's been an advocate for helping artists build sustainable careers. As a performer, she offers dynamic live shows and empowering workshops designed to inspire confidence, connection, and bold self-expression.We hope you join us for this entertaining interview, and hear how Annie bootstrapped her business from an idea into the brand she is today. https://redhotannie.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/@redhotannie

    #315: Red Hot Annie (Burlesque Performer) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 23:08 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Red Hot Annie. For nearly twenty years she's been a Chicago-based burlesque performer and creative entrepreneur who's been an advocate for helping artists build sustainable careers. As a performer, she offers dynamic live shows and empowering workshops designed to inspire confidence, connection, and bold self-expression.We hope you join us for this entertaining interview, and hear how Annie bootstrapped her business from an idea into the brand she is today. https://redhotannie.com/ and https://www.youtube.com/@redhotannie

    #314: Valentina Caprini (Jewelry Artist) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 20:34 Transcription Available


    Today we released part two of our interview with Valentina Caprini.  She's a jewelry designer, artist and teacher based in Florence, Italy.  She comes from a long line of tailors and seamstresses, and studied at the Alchimia Contemporary Jewellery School in Florence.  Valentina founded Linfa Studio Gallery in 2019 and has given lectures on jewelry-making around the world. Her designs incorporate the ancient filigree technique of weaving metal threads, into what she describes as “wearable art.”  If you are looking for inspiration in building your arts studio, you won't want to miss Valentina's interview!  https://www.valentinacaprini.com/ and https://www.linfastudiogallery.com/

    #313: Valentina Caprini (Jewelry Artist) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 36:42 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with Valentina Caprini.  She's a jewelry designer, artist and teacher based in Florence, Italy.  She comes from a long line of tailors and seamstresses, and studied at the Alchimia Contemporary Jewellery School in Florence.  Valentina founded Linfa Studio Gallery in 2019 and has given lectures on jewelry-making around the world. Her designs incorporate the ancient filigree technique of weaving metal threads, into what she describes as “wearable art.”  If you are looking for inspiration in building your arts studio, you won't want to miss Valentina's interview!  https://www.valentinacaprini.com/ and https://www.linfastudiogallery.com/

    #312: Michael Sachs (Musician) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 50:05 Transcription Available


    Today we released part two of our interview with Michael Sachs. He has a portfolio career at the highest levels of classical music: he's in his 37th year as the principal trumpet of The Cleveland Orchestra, he's the Music Director of the Strings Music Festival, an active soloist, author, instrument designer, and he's on the faculty at the Curtis Institute of Music.   Though our interview mainly focuses on his entrepreneurial activities as a music director and musician outside of The Cleveland Orchestra, Michael offers a wealth of information to anyone aspiring to become a professional musician! https://michaelsachs.com/

    #311: Michael Sachs (Musician) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 43:48 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with Michael Sachs. He has a portfolio career at the highest levels of classical music: he's in his 37th year as the principal trumpet of The Cleveland Orchestra, he's the Music Director of the Strings Music Festival, an active soloist, author, instrument designer, and he's on the faculty at the Curtis Institute of Music.   Though our interview mainly focuses on his entrepreneurial activities as a music director and musician outside of The Cleveland Orchestra, Michael offers a wealth of information to anyone aspiring to become a professional musician! https://michaelsachs.com/

    #310: Vera Holczer-Waroquet (Pianist & Founder of Aurora School of Music) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 34:28 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with Vera Holczer-Waroquet. She's a Hungarian pianist who came to the US after finishing her degree at Budapest's Bartok High School Conservatory.  She studied music at UCLA and went to graduate school at the Cleveland Institute of Music. Upon graduation, she started a small teaching studio that quickly grew into the Aurora School of Music that trains over 1,000 students per week and hosts numerous events she hosts each year.  Anyone interested in launching any type of arts teaching studio, or needing inspiration on how to grow a teaching studio, should tune in to hear what Vera has to say! https://auroraschoolofmusic.com/

    #309: Vera Holczer-Maroquet (Pianist & Founder of Aurora School of Music) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 35:25 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with Vera Holczer-Waroquet. She's a Hungarian pianist who came to the US after finishing her degree at Budapest's Bartok High School Conservatory.  She studied music at UCLA and went to graduate school at the Cleveland Institute of Music. Upon graduation, she started a small teaching studio that quickly grew into the Aurora School of Music that trains over 1,000 students per week and hosts numerous events she hosts each year.  Anyone interested in launching any type of arts teaching studio, or needing inspiration on how to grow a teaching studio, should tune in to hear what Vera has to say! https://auroraschoolofmusic.com/

    #308: Gina DeSantis (Ceramic Artist) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 28:38 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Gina DeSantis. She's the lead creator behind Gina DeSantis Ceramics—the company she founded in 2013. She began her ceramic studies at her local community college and by 2006 earned her MFA from Kent State University. Her works are in 400 retailers throughout the US such as Uncommon Goods, Anthropologie, and McGee & Co. Gina is the embodiment of persistence and lifelong learning, so if you or someone you know needs inspiration to power through a tough time, make sure they hear this interview!  https://www.ginadesantisceramics.com/

    #307: Gina DeSantis (Ceramic Artist) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 31:42 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Gina DeSantis. She's the lead creator behind Gina DeSantis Ceramics—the company she founded in 2013. She began her ceramic studies at her local community college and by 2006 earned her MFA from Kent State University. Her works are in 400 retailers throughout the US such as Uncommon Goods, Anthropologie, and McGee & Co. Gina is the embodiment of persistence and lifelong learning, so if you or someone you know needs inspiration to power through a tough time, make sure they hear this interview!  https://www.ginadesantisceramics.com/

    #306: Jess Williams (2D/3D Motion Graphics, Designer, Art Director) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 26:32 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Jess Williams. She's a professional 2D/3D motion graphics artist, designer, and art director. Jess has designed graphics for national broadcast, sports, entertainment, digital channels, television shows and films, working with clients including Disney, Netflix and Warner Brothers.  These days she works with companies and start-ups to create stunning explainer videos, logo intros/outros, social media content and product videos to tell their stories. Anyone looking for creative ways to market their arts offerings should tune in.  https://cargocollective.com/JessicaDonofrioWilliams

    #305: Jess Williams (2D/3D Motion Graphics, Designer, Art Director) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 26:20 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Jess Williams. She's a professional 2D/3D motion graphics artist, designer, and art director. Jess has designed graphics for national broadcast, sports, entertainment, digital channels, television shows and films, working with clients including Disney, Netflix and Warner Brothers.  These days she works with companies and start-ups to create stunning explainer videos, logo intros/outros, social media content and product videos to tell their stories. Anyone looking for creative ways to market their arts offerings should tune in.  https://cargocollective.com/JessicaDonofrioWilliams

    #304: Rebecca Driver (Founder of Rebecca Driver Media Relations (RDMR)) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 36:22 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of interview with British entrepreneur, Rebecca Driver. She founded RDMR (Rebecca Driver Media Relations) in 2010 after having worked  in classical music PR at Dvora Lewis PR, as publicist at the BBC Proms, BBC Radio 3, and Head of Press at the English National Opera. Make sure you tune in to hear Rebecca's anecdotes and what she's learned over the years working with clients such as the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra.  https://www.rdmr.co.uk/

    #303: Rebecca Driver (Founder of Rebecca Driver Media Relations (RDMR)) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 32:21 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of interview with British entrepreneur, Rebecca Driver. She founded RDMR (Rebecca Driver Media Relations) in 2010 after having worked  in classical music PR at Dvora Lewis PR, as publicist at the BBC Proms, BBC Radio 3, and Head of Press at the English National Opera.  Make sure you tune in to hear Rebecca's anecdotes and what she's learned over the years working with clients such as the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra.  https://www.rdmr.co.uk/

    #302: Tony Deyo (Comedian) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 29:39 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with NYC-based stand-up comedian, Tony Deyo. He made his late-night TV debut in 2013 on CONAN. Since then he's had appearances on many others such as The Late Show with Craig Ferguson.  His album, “Comedy Road Trip,” landed on Billboard Magazine's comedy chart and debuted as the #1 selling stand-up album on iTunes. You won't want to miss Tony's story of persistence and the creative ways he's built his business and brand! https://www.tonydeyo.com/ 

    #301: Tony Deyo (Comedian) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 27:01 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with NYC-based stand-up comedian, Tony Deyo. He made his late-night TV debut in 2013 on CONAN. Since then he's had appearances on many others such as The Late Show with Craig Ferguson.  His album, “Comedy Road Trip,” landed on Billboard Magazine's comedy chart and debuted as the #1 selling stand-up album on iTunes. You won't want to miss Tony's story of persistence and the creative ways he's built his business and brand! https://www.tonydeyo.com/ 

    #300: Nick Petrella & Andy Heise - 200th Episode!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 35:44 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is our 200th episode! To mark the occasion, we (Nick and Andy) interview each other and reminisce about a variety of topics from how we started the podcast to our personal answers to the final three questions we ask all of our guests.  We hope you'll join us! https://www.artsentrepreneurshippodcast.com/

    #299: Jerrilyn Duckworth (Founder of Bridging the Gap) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 21:58 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Jerrilyn Duckworth. She founded Bridging the Gap in 2019. It's a company that focuses on hair & makeup issues that plague BIPOC students and performers in the theatre industry. Jerrilyn dives into the history of hair & makeup, wig prep on natural hair textures, correct language, products, and practical applications that would set any performer or creative artist up for success. Her goal is to create an inclusive environment for all performers. Her designs have been on the stage at venues such as the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, Indiana Repertory Theatre, Ensemble Theatre in Cincinnati, and the Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival. We hope you'll tune in to hear Jerrilyn share her wisdom on a variety of theatrical topics! https://bridgingthegapintheatre.com/

    #298: Jerrilyn Duckworth (Founder of Bridging the Gap) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 23:34 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with Jerrilyn Duckworth. She founded Bridging the Gap in 2019. It's a company that focuses on hair & makeup issues that plague BIPOC students and performers in the theatre industry. Jerrilyn dives into the history of hair & makeup, wig prep on natural hair textures, correct language, products, and practical applications that would set any performer or creative artist up for success. Her goal is to create an inclusive environment for all performers. Her designs have been on the stage at venues such as the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, Indiana Repertory Theatre, Ensemble Theatre in Cincinnati, and the Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival. We hope you'll tune in to hear Jerrilyn share her wisdom on a variety of theatrical topics! https://bridgingthegapintheatre.com/

    #297: Jordan Perlson (Drummer, Percussionist, Producer, Educator) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 41:09 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Nashville-based drummer, percussionist, producer, and educator, Jordan Perlson. He's a busy musician who's performed with well-known artists such as Gary Burton, David Liebman and Snarky Puppy. He's been on over 100 recordings, and has composed music for national ad campaigns for companies such as Netflix, Powerade, and Nissan. ​Jordan is also an Adjunct Professor at Middle Tennessee State University, and his books have been translated into several languages. Anyone with an interest in a portfolio career will benefit from Jordan's insight on a variety of topics such as self-employment, planning for retirement, and more! www.jordanperlson-music.com

    #296: Jordan Perlson (Drummer, Percussionist, Producer, Educator) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 38:56 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with Nashville-based drummer, percussionist, producer, and educator, Jordan Perlson. He's a busy musician who's performed with well-known artists such as Gary Burton, David Liebman and Snarky Puppy. He's been on over 100 recordings, and has composed music for national ad campaigns for companies such as Netflix, Powerade, and Nissan. Jordan is also an Adjunct Professor at Middle Tennessee State University, and his books have been translated into several languages. Anyone with an interest in a portfolio career will benefit from Jordan's insight on a variety of topics such as self-employment, planning for retirement, and more!  www.jordanperlson-music.com

    #295: Steve Giralt (Founder of The Garage) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 33:16 Transcription Available


    Today we released part two of our interview with visionary photographer and videographer, Steve Giralt. He combined his skill as a commercial photographer with his interest in robotics to create The Garage, a 10,000 sq ft studio in Brooklyn's Industry City Complex, that's fully-equipped for both photography and film shoots. Steve's goal as a director is to push the art of tabletop cinematography forward, and empower artists to create their most innovative work. ​Tune in to hear how Steve built his hugely successful production company and utilizes robots to help deliver his artistic vision and compelling story telling for top global brands such as Pepsi, Starbucks, Victoria's Secret and the Wall Street Journal!  https://www.the-garage.tv/

    #294: Steve Giralt (Founder of The Garage) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 35:02 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with visionary photographer and videographer, Steve Giralt. He combined his skill as a commercial photographer with his interest in robotics to create The Garage, a 10,000 sq ft studio in Brooklyn's Industry City Complex, that's fully-equipped for both photography and film shoots. Steve's goal as a director is to push the art of tabletop cinematography forward, and empower artists to create their most innovative work. ​Tune in to hear how Steve built his hugely successful production company and utilizes robots to help deliver his artistic vision and compelling story telling for top global brands such as Pepsi, Starbucks, Victoria's Secret and the Wall Street Journal!  https://www.the-garage.tv/

    #293: Brian & Ross Raitman (Raitman Art Galleries) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 34:57 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with brothers Brian and Ross Raitman. Together they own Raitman Art Galleries in Breckenridge and Vail, Colorado, and also have a robust online gallery on their website.  They started with an 825 sq. foot gallery in 2007, and over the years have expanded to over 8,000 sq. feet of gallery space in their 3 locations. Many of their 50+ artists have national and international reputations, and have works featured in museums and Fortune 100 companies.  ​You won't want to miss this entertaining behind-the-scenes look at what it took to build a successful multi-showroom art gallery from the ground up!https://www.raitmanart.com/

    #292: Brian & Ross Raitman (Raitman Art Galleries) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 37:58 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with brothers Brian and Ross Raitman. Together they own Raitman Art Galleries in Breckenridge and Vail, Colorado, and also have a robust online gallery on their website.  They started with an 825 sq. foot gallery in 2007, and over the years have expanded to over 8,000 sq. feet of gallery space in their 3 locations. Many of their 50+ artists have national and international reputations, and have works featured in museums and Fortune 100 companies.  ​You won't want to miss this entertaining behind-the-scenes look at what it took to build a successful multi-showroom art gallery from the ground up!https://www.raitmanart.com/

    #291: Matthew Barley (Cellist) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 42 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 24:39 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with renowned English cellist Matthew Barley.  He has performed in over 50 countries, and with numerous orchestras including the BBC Philharmonic and the London Sinfonietta, and in venues from Ronnie Scott's to Wigmore Hall. In addition to being a busy performing musician, his varied experiences include founding Between the Notes, a performance and education group that works with musicians and artists in other arts genres; he was a former music director and presenter of the BBC2 Series Classical Star; and he founded the Matthew Barley Arts Foundation to run creative workshops using music and theatre to help university students improve their mental health. Matthew's most recent project is Light Stories, a new program for cello, electronics and visuals which launches this month in London's Southbank Centre.https://matthewbarley.com/

    #290: Matthew Barley (Cellist) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 39 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 29:07 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with renowned English cellist Matthew Barley.  He has performed in over 50 countries, and with numerous orchestras including the BBC Philharmonic and the London Sinfonietta, and in venues from Ronnie Scott's to Wigmore Hall.  In addition to being a busy performing musician, his varied experiences include founding Between the Notes, a performance and education group that works with musicians and artists in other arts genres; he was a former music director and presenter of the BBC2 Series Classical Star; and he founded the Matthew Barley Arts Foundation to run creative workshops using music and theatre to help university students improve their mental health. Matthew's most recent project is Light Stories, a new program for cello, electronics and visuals which launches this month in London's Southbank Centre.We hope you'll join us for Matthew's inspiring journey from a near-death experience as a teen to becoming a world-class performer.  https://matthewbarley.com/

    #289: Scott Cramton (Founder of American Immersion Theatre) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 47 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 35:16 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with theatre company founder Scott Cramton.  His  journey is nothing short of inspiring. Born with a cleft palate, he underwent seven surgeries by fourth grade and overcame speech challenges through dedicated therapy. Embracing his passion for the arts, he pursued his love for theater and film at Grand Valley State University, where his hidden disability became the driving force behind his mission.Over the years he created a variety of theater companies, including American Immersion Theater (AIT), a multi-million dollar enterprise and the largest immersive theater company in America. You won't want to miss his entertaining story of bootstrapping and persistence in the theatre space! https://americanimmersiontheater.com/ 

    #288: Scott Cramton (Founder of American Immersion Theatre) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 37 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 33:46 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with theatre company founder Scott Cramton.  His  journey is nothing short of inspiring. Born with a cleft palate, he underwent seven surgeries by fourth grade and overcame speech challenges through dedicated therapy. Embracing his passion for the arts, he pursued his love for theater and film at Grand Valley State University, where his hidden disability became the driving force behind his mission.Over the years he created a variety of theater companies, including American Immersion Theater (AIT), a multi-million dollar enterprise and the largest immersive theater company in America. You won't want to miss his entertaining story of bootstrapping and persistence in the theatre space! https://americanimmersiontheater.com/ 

    #287: Aimon Ali (Founder of Fashion Talks) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 36:03 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with fashion entrepreneur Aimon Ali. Her rich background includes being a fashion runway show producer, stylist and creative director. After moving from Toronto, where she worked in the Canadian fashion industry, she moved to Cleveland where she launched Fashion Talks, a boutique fashion services and events agency with a footprint in Cleveland, NYC and Toronto. ​https://fashiontalkss.com/

    #286: Aimon Ali (Founder of Fashion Talks) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 42 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 35:06 Transcription Available


    Today we released part one of our interview with fashion entrepreneur Aimon Ali. Her rich background includes being a fashion runway show producer, stylist and creative director. After moving from Toronto, where she worked in the Canadian fashion industry, she moved to Cleveland where she launched Fashion Talks, a boutique fashion services and events agency with a footprint in Cleveland, NYC and Toronto. https://fashiontalkss.com/

    #285: Heather Bhandari (CreativeStudy Co-Founder; Art/Work Co-Author) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 54 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 35:41 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Heather Bhandari. She's the Co-Founder of CreativeStudy: an online business and financial health education platform for creatives. Heather is also an independent curator and writer; a co-founder of the project-based curatorial team and podcast, The RStyemix; and an adjunct lecturer at Brown University where she teaches professional practice to artists.She received a BA from Brown University and an MFA from Penn State University.If you enjoy Heather's book Art/Work, you won't want to miss these episodes as we touch on a variety of topics from the book and beyond! https://heatherbhandari.com/; https://creativestudy.com/; https://theremix.nyc/ 

    #284: Heather Bhandari (CreativeStudy Co-Founder; Art/Work Co-Author) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 43 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 36:10 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Heather Bhandari. She's the Co-Founder of CreativeStudy: an online business and financial health education platform for creatives. Heather is also an independent curator and writer; a co-founder of the project-based curatorial team and podcast, The RStyemix; and an adjunct lecturer at Brown University where she teaches professional practice to artists.She received a BA from Brown University and an MFA from Penn State University.If you enjoy Heather's book Art/Work, you won't want to miss these episodes as we touch on a variety of topics from the book and beyond! https://heatherbhandari.com/; https://creativestudy.com/; https://theremix.nyc/ 

    #283: Stephanie Kluk (Founder of Future Ink Graphics) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 48 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 23:55 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Stephanie Kluk. After receiving her BFA in Photography from the Columbus College of Art and Design, Stephanie moved to Chicago, where she exhibited her artwork throughout the city and worked as the Program Director for the Chicago Artists' Coalition.In 2008, she moved to Cleveland and became the Program and Community Enrichment Manager at Art House, Inc. where she managed a variety of programs that included free art education classes for children and families. In 2016 Stephanie became the Director of Operations and Co-Executive Director of Zygote Press, and in June 2020, she joined the CAN Journal as the Development Manager and launched her own arts organization, Future Ink Graphics (FIG).Tune in to hear how Stephanie is helping other artists and contributes to the arts ecosystem! https://stephaniekluk.com/home.html and https://futureinkgraphics.com/

    #282: Stephanie Kluk (Founder of Future Ink Graphics) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 15 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 21:46 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Stephanie Kluk. After receiving her BFA in Photography from the Columbus College of Art and Design, Stephanie moved to Chicago, where she exhibited her artwork throughout the city and worked as the Program Director for the Chicago Artists' Coalition.In 2008, she moved to Cleveland and became the Program and Community Enrichment Manager at Art House, Inc. where she managed a variety of programs that included free art education classes for children and families. In 2016 Stephanie became the Director of Operations and Co-Executive Director of Zygote Press, and in June 2020, she joined the CAN Journal as the Development Manager and launched her own arts organization, Future Ink Graphics (FIG).Tune in to hear how Stephanie is helping other artists and contributes to the arts ecosystem! https://stephaniekluk.com/home.html and https://futureinkgraphics.com/

    #281: Matthew Polenzani (Lyric Tenor) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 54 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 33:05 Transcription Available


    This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with renowned lyric tenor, Matthew Polenzani. He performs regularly with the Metropolitan Opera and appears in opera houses around the world such as the Vienna State Opera, Paris Opera, and Teatro Real in Madrid. Matthew is continuously in demand for concert engagements with the world's most influential conductors, and with premiere ensembles such as the Berlin Philharmonic, Boston Symphony, Chicago Symphony, Cleveland Orchestra, New York Philharmonic, and the Munich Philharmonic.​Join us for this mini-master class in career development for any aspiring musician! https://matthewpolenzani.com/

    #280: Matthew Polenzani (Lyric Tenor) (pt. 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 37 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 32:19 Transcription Available


    Today we release part one of our interview with renowned lyric tenor, Matthew Polenzani. He performs regularly with the Metropolitan Opera and appears in opera houses around the world such as the Vienna State Opera, Paris Opera, and Teatro Real in Madrid.  Matthew is continuously in demand for concert engagements with the world's most influential conductors, and with premiere ensembles such as the Berlin Philharmonic, Boston Symphony, Chicago Symphony, Cleveland Orchestra, New York Philharmonic, and the Munich Philharmonic.Join us for this mini-master class in career development for any aspiring musician!  https://matthewpolenzani.com/

    #279: Mike Packer (Inspire EDU Founder) (pt. 2 of 2)

    Play Episode Play 34 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 24:38 Transcription Available


    Today we released part two of our interview with entrepreneur Mike Packer. He's the President and Founder of Inspire EDU—a company founded on transforming lives through arts, media and entertainment education.  Mike is also an accomplished drummer and author, and has been teaching for over 30 years. You'll enjoy hearing how Mike created a portfolio career as a working drummer, educator, administrator, author and company founder. https://www.inspireedu.ushttps://www.mikepackerdrums.com

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