The Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts (BOPA) presents The Business of Arts Networking Series, a quarterly virtual program aimed at supporting emerging artists and creatives in Baltimore City by providing professional development, networking, performance and showcasing opportunities, and technical support grants (available annually depending on funding). This program is funded by Bank of America and The Maryland State Arts Council.

The BOA Networking Series program puts arts professionals in the same room with aspiring artists/creatives to give them resources and guidance on how to develop and sustain their craft. These sessions are designed to provide professional development support to emerging artists/creatives across various disciplines in Baltimore City. Our events will be quarterly and this month’s theme is all about financial management, planning, and resources to support individuals with their artistic goals. Sessions take place April 29th and 30th. The sessions are free but registration is required.

The Fundamentals of Building a Financial Foundation

This presentation will cover the basics for artists/creatives who are interested in learning about how to build a stable financial foundation. Topics will explore opening up bank accounts for yourself and your business, avoiding excess bank fees, credit-building myths and musts and so much more. This presentation will be lead by, Bank of America Small Business Consultant Manager Chi Eze.